Hidden gems - Tourist Attractions in Cancun, Mexico not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: Tourist Attractions in Cancun

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Cancun. This list contains 24 places from Tourist Attractions category.

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Dive shop

👍👍 Absolutely unreal dive shop; from customer service to equipment to the in depth understanding of all their dive locations. Both historically and possible dangers and conditions. From the get go they were responsive to all my questions and concerns. Over email then WhatsApp. Did four dives over two...

5.00 (132 reviews) (~12.28 km from centre)

Go Kayak Cancun

Canoe & kayak tour agency

👍👍 A breathtaking perspective on a place often overlooked. Among the hubbub of all the tourist attractions in Cancun, little is more impressive than the mangrove forest nestled right by the hotel zone. Filled to the brim with life, go kayak allowed me to experience firsthand the wonders of the brackish...

5.00 (128 reviews) (~7.5 km from centre)

Cancun Fishing By Kianah's SportFishing

Fishing charter

👍👍 Finally caught a Trophy Sailfish 🏆! This was a first class trip which couldn’t have been made possible without our awesome Captain and his Mates! I highly recommend these guys to anyone who wants to experience fishing in Cancun without that “touristy” feel. Thank you Alex for everything. See you ne...

4.90 (103 reviews) (~8.35 km from centre)

Cancun Food Tours

Tour operator

👍👍 Nassim was my guide and there was another gentlemen who did all of the driving. Each time I got out or in the vehicle, both guides got out of the vehicle to open the doors for me or grab any items I purchased along the way. Great tour for authentic Mexican food, culture, city views, and shopping. Th...

4.90 (92 reviews) (~2.26 km from centre)

360 SUP / Kayak Tours Cancun

Tourist attraction

👍👍 We were a party of 2 doing the 9am non-private tour on a weekday. We had a tremendous experience on our tour, and it is unlike others we did in Cancun. I will try to include information in my review that we’d would’ve loved to have.* The tour was easy to book (but expect to make a reservation dep...

4.90 (51 reviews) (~7.5 km from centre)

Diamond Way Cancun

Buddhist temple

👍👍 Excelente lugar para aprender los métodos de meditación budista tibetana Camino del Diamante. Excelentes maestros y practicantes.

4.80 (53 reviews) (~1.4 km from centre)

Cancun Fly Fishing

Fishing charter

👍👍 Booked two outings with Jon – and scratched off a few bucket list items. From stalking Ascension Bay permit and bonefish on my feet, to fighting Isla Blanca snook, tarpon, and jacks – Cancun Fly Fishing set everything up, and delivered an unforgettable experience at every level. Everyone who works w...

4.80 (28 reviews) (~2.34 km from centre)

LDS Tours in Cancun

Sightseeing tour agency

👍👍 LDS Alma tours was incredible. We visited Tulum and Chichenitza with our guide (Luis) and he did amazing. It was remarkable being able to learn all of the connections between the Mayan people and the Book of Mormon. (as well as all of the “traditional” Mayan things to learn). If you only have time f...

4.80 (26 reviews) (~2.82 km from centre)

El Parque Nacional Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancún y Punta Nizuc

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Spiaggia di finissima sabbia bianca - paradisiaco

4.80 (16 reviews) (~14.66 km from centre)

Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Isla Mujeres

Catholic church

👍 Couldn't really see inside but kids seem to be enjoying the space outside right after a hurricane passing by.

4.70 (91 reviews) (~15.19 km from centre)

Isla Blanca

Tourist attraction

4.70 (89 reviews) (~19.82 km from centre)

Cancun Sign

Tourist attraction

😐 Felt a bit overrated. There’s a lot of wait in the line for taking pictures with the sign. Ended up taking a selfie from distance with the sign in the background. Highly recommend going there early or late night to skip the wait. Plan accordingly if you’re on a time crunch!

4.60 (83 reviews) (~13.36 km from centre)

La casa de salem

Tourist attraction

👍👍 La casa de salem, synonymous with the teteo house in Cancun, a true perreo institution in the Yucatan peninsula, an excellent place for nightlife, music and good service. The waiter served us very well, always attentive, despite not being a foreigner, we left a very good tip. I would definitely reco...

4.60 (45 reviews) (~2.66 km from centre)

Cancun ATV - Top-Notch Adventure Excursions

Sightseeing tour agency

👍👍 We had a really good time on the ATV and cenote tour! It was a little unorganized when we arrived but the ride was nice and the guides were great!

4.60 (36 reviews) (~8.81 km from centre)

Tourists Cancun and Riviera

Sightseeing tour agency

👍👍 Expectacular

4.60 (22 reviews) (~4.53 km from centre)

Templo del Alacran

Historical landmark

👍👍 It is given this name due to the remains of a sculpture of the arachnid that was found on one of the walls of the temple. The temple stands on a plinth of vertical walls with a staircase of four steps limited by two dice-shaped alfardas; In the upper part, a platform was built that supports the temp...

4.60 (18 reviews) (~10.98 km from centre)

Av. Kukulcan km. 12.6

Tourist attraction

👍👍 It is the fashionable place, there are the best restaurants in that place, you can even buy a shrimp cake at fish fritanga, a bottle of wine at European or a pizza at Cenacolo.

4.60 (14 reviews) (~10.94 km from centre)

Best Excursion Cancun

Travel agency

👍👍 Uno de los equipos más completo en CANCÚN es el de ellos. Gracias

4.60 (10 reviews) (~2.53 km from centre)

Travel Agency Lumaale

Tour agency

😠 Called in the night in advance to make sure they were coming at a specific time and again in the morning. They assured that a chofer was coming at 12:15 pm, around 12:30 we called to find out what was happening and they said they messed up and couldn’t get someone to pick us up for another 30 to 45...

4.50 (67 reviews) (~3.15 km from centre)

Casa Buena Vida

Vacation home rental agency

👍 Well appointed. Quiet and secure. Had everything we needed. Love the decor! The pool was refreshing and very private for a plunge on a hot day. Beds were super comfy. Nice big rooms. Walking distance to lots of great restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend!

4.50 (52 reviews) (~14.81 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Tourist Attractions in Cancun, Mexico