Title: Yucatan Peninsula Travel Guide: Best of Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Yucatan Peninsula Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Half Moon Bay featuring a beach, a coastal town and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34034-Half-Moon-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Las Perlas Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/331000/331655-Las-Perlas-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Dzibilchaltun Ruins featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245864-Dzibilchaltun-Ruins.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Teatro Peon Contreras showing heritage elements and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245969-Teatro-Peon-Contreras.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Playa Langosta which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/331000/331588-Playa-Langosta.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Yucatan Peninsula

Where to stay

Things to do

#### Scenic sandy beaches and cenote water holes frame the pre-Columbian Mayan cities and colonial city centres of this diverse region.

The Yucatán Peninsula is a large strip of land that juts into the Gulf of Mexico. Comprising three Mexican states and skirting the borders of Belize and Guatemala, this diverse area is packed with stunning resort towns, breathtaking natural wonders and historic Mayan ruins. Visit the Yucatán Peninsula to learn about fascinating indigenous people between trips to the cenotes and beaches. 

Cancun is an iconic destination in Quintana Roo whose Zona Hotelera is packed with deluxe hotels and spas. Drive along the central Boulevard Kukulcán and stop at upscale malls, such as the Kukulcán Plaza and La Isla shopping malls. Bring your family to relax on the white sandy strands of Playa Linda, Playa Tortugas and Playa Chac Mool.

Explore the history of the region’s indigenous people at El Rey Archaeological Zone. A little inland, find the fascinating ruins of Chichén Itzá, a pre-Columbian city. Study the various preserved sculptures and the majestic main temple.

Back on the coast, enjoy the stylish hotels and picturesque beaches of Playa del Carmen. Dive into the region’s myriad cenotes, which are otherworldly water holes in caves.

Head south along the coast for Tulum, a fortified Mayan town and vacation resort. Study the stucco reliefs in the Temple of the Frescoes and gaze up at the cliff-top Castillo.

Farther west is the city of Mérida, which fuses Mayan traditions with Spanish colonial architecture. Its Centro district has a range of museums on the region’s art, history and culture. Edging the state’s southern border is Campeche, whose namesake city is known for its remarkable colonial baroque layout.

The cape is made up of the states of Quintana Roo, Campeche and Yucatán, in the northeastern corner of Mexico. Fly to the airports of Cancún, Cozumel or Mérida and travel around via tour buses and public colectivos. While in this part of the country, consider visiting Belize or Guatemala as well.

### Where to stay in Yucatan Peninsula

![Merida Cathedral showing night scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245684-Merida.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Mérida Centro

4/5(32 area reviews)

 Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida-Merida-Centro.dx6170836)

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### Playacar

4/5(10 area reviews)

 Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Playacar.dx6209538)

![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34315-Cancun.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Cancun

4/5(26 area reviews)

 Downtown Cancun is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Plaza 28 and Cancun Mall. 

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![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0be026efcc024e72f59c5dd585eaaad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Luis Donaldo Colosio

4/5(4 area reviews)

 If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Luis-Donaldo-Colosio.dx553248635976398296)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Zama

 If you're spending some time in Zama, Tulum National Park and Jaguar Park are top sights worth seeing. 

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![Tulum featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/168000/168153-Tulum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Tulum City Center

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

 Historical sites and bars are notable features of Tulum City Center. You might consider stopping by Dos Aguas Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum-Tulum-City-Center.dx553248633981716254)

- Top hotels in Yucatan Peninsula
- Top Holiday Rentals in Yucatan Peninsula

![Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28200/28108/99570e23_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

Zona Hotelera Cancun QROO

£269

11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (5,901 reviews)

Did not use Laundry service

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

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![Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/522300/522220/9779d27f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

Constituyentes Number 1 Playa del Carmen QROO

£121

16 Dec - 17 Dec

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,593 reviews)

Clean room everyday. Well stocked bar. All the wor

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

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Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive

Boulevard Kukulcan Km.16.5 Lotes 56-A-1 y 56-A-2 Cancun QROO

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

£339

7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,848 reviews)

Room was clean. One of the shower head wasn’t working. The water pressure was poor. The bars had low end tequila and food was ok.

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

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Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.5 Cancun QROO

Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,924 reviews)

Amazing beach and perfect service. Been staying at BeachScape for years

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

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![All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/376000/375956/0e234f0e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive

Km. 1.5 Carretera a Puerto Juarez Cancun QROO

Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...

6.4/10 (1,150 reviews)

excelente todos muy amables y la comida deliciosa el restaorante super limpio iria otra vez super recomendado gracias

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

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![El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/916300/916205/a01fb7a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

Km 45 Carretera Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO

Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (543 reviews)

Las amenidades eStan super. Pero es un problema la reservación en los restaurantes y los carritos tardan mucho en pasar Todo lo demás está súper bien.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Xcaret Eco Theme Park featuring general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34867-Xcaret-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Xcaret Eco Theme Park

4/5(7 reviews)

Commune with nature, explore ancient ruins and learn about Mayan culture at this popular theme park, home to a natural underground river.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Xcaret-Eco-Theme-Park-Playa-del-Carmen.d6074370.Attraction)

![Xel-Há Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6228c83921972cb75d1f92a4a8ca58f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Xel-Há Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park and see why everyone loves this theme park in Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Xel-Ha-Park-Tulum.d6113712.Attraction)

![La Isla Shopping Mall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89208a1b2c6945825dd7d3b45e980a8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### La Isla Shopping Mall

4/5(32 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit La Isla Shopping Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Avenida Kukulkan. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Isla-Shopping-Mall-Zona-Hotelera.d6075610.Attraction)

![Quinta Avenida](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f184ddd534fa3ca0bb16634e8877b23d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Quinta Avenida

4/5(16 reviews)

During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Quinta-Avenida-Playa-del-Carmen.d6141582.Attraction)

![Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245748-Paseo-De-Montejo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Paseo de Montejo

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Paseo-De-Montejo-Colonia-Campestre.d6220694.Attraction)

![Iberostar Cancun Golf Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/a9538abf4fc8ef6e19e88f7ac7dd4723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Iberostar Cancun Golf Course

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Avenida Kukulkan at Iberostar Cancun Golf Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Iberostar-Cancun-Golf-Course-Zona-Hotelera.d6075620.Attraction)

## Cities near Yucatan Peninsula

![Ciudad del Carmen](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245445-Campeche.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Ciudad del Carmen

![Flores showing fishing and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/116000/116042-Flores.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Flores

![Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/245000/245748-Paseo-De-Montejo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Mérida

![San Pedro which includes swimming, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/116000/116235-San-Pedro.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### San Pedro

- Cities near Yucatan Peninsula
- Places of interest

[Ciudad del Carmen](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Del-Carmen.dx871)[Flores](https://expedia.co.uk/Flores.dx1253)[Mérida](https://expedia.co.uk/Merida.dx6023536)[San Pedro](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Pedro.dx3253)[Akumal](https://expedia.co.uk/Akumal.dx6196)[Isla Mujeres](https://expedia.co.uk/Isla-Mujeres.dx7925)[Cancun](https://expedia.co.uk/Cancun.dx179995)[Cozumel](https://expedia.co.uk/Cozumel.dx180033)[Puerto Morelos](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Morelos.dx180137)[Alfredo V. Bonfil](https://expedia.co.uk/Alfredo-V-Bonfil.dx180140)[Punta Sam](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Sam.dx180141)[Tixkokob](https://expedia.co.uk/Tixkokob.dx181289)[Temozon](https://expedia.co.uk/Temozon.dx181290)[Tulum](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum.dx182189)[Valladolid](https://expedia.co.uk/Valladolid.dx182190)[Puerto Aventuras](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Aventuras.dx601363)[Abala](https://expedia.co.uk/Abala.dx601724)[Playa del Carmen](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen.dx601751)[Kohunlich](https://expedia.co.uk/Kohunlich.dx602805)[Xpu-Ha](https://expedia.co.uk/Xpu-Ha.dx6023338)[Kantenah](https://expedia.co.uk/Kantenah.dx6023370)[Celestún](https://expedia.co.uk/Celestun.dx6023581)[Isla Holbox](https://expedia.co.uk/Isla-Holbox.dx6046459)[Xcaret](https://expedia.co.uk/Xcaret.dx6050868)[Chetumal](https://expedia.co.uk/Chetumal.dx6050872)

- [Xcaret Eco Theme Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Xcaret-Eco-Theme-Park-Playa-del-Carmen.d6074370.Attraction)
- [Maroma Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Maroma-Beach-Maroma.d6160476.Attraction)
- [Xel-Há Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Xel-Ha-Park-Tulum.d6113712.Attraction)
- [Xplor Theme Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Xplor-Theme-Park-Playa-del-Carmen.d6160481.Attraction)
- [Tulum Mayan Ruins ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum-Mayan-Ruins-Zona-Hotelera.d6159558.Attraction)
- [La Isla Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Isla-Shopping-Mall-Zona-Hotelera.d6075610.Attraction)
- [Progreso Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Progreso-Beach-Merida.d6115658.Attraction)
- [Iberostar Cancun Golf Course ](https://expedia.co.uk/Iberostar-Cancun-Golf-Course-Zona-Hotelera.d6075620.Attraction)
- [Puerto Morelos Town Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Morelos-Town-Square-Puerto-Morelos.d6260342.Attraction)
- [Playa Tortugas ](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Tortugas-Zona-Hotelera.d6075642.Attraction)
- [Riviera Cancun Golf Resort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Riviera-Cancun-Golf-Resort-Cancun.d6242187.Attraction)
- [El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course ](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Camaleon-Mayakoba-Golf-Course-Playa-del-Carmen.d6075616.Attraction)
- [Tulum National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulum-National-Park-Tulum.d6113710.Attraction)
- [Tortuga Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tortuga-Beach-Zona-Hotelera.d6075636.Attraction)
- [Mr. Sancho's Beach Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mr-Sanchos-Beach-Club-Cozumel.d6320229.Attraction)

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