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Tulum, Mexico

Things to Do in Tulum

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

Most booked tours and tickets in Tulum

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

4.717,020 reviews12h
Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

4.86,905 reviews12h
Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch

Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch

4.43,761 reviews4h
Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly

Isla Mujeres Luxury Sailing: Adults Only or Family Friendly

4.63,676 reviews5h 30m
Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

4.92,313 reviews8h
Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip

Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip

4.92,211 reviews10h
Xcaret Park Day Trip, transportation and Cultural Night Show

Xcaret Park Day Trip, transportation and Cultural Night Show

4.32,147 reviews6h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Tulum's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Tulum

  1. 1Tulum Ruins
  2. 2Cenote Swimming
  3. 3Beach Road Hotels
  4. 4Gran Cenote
  5. 5Sian Ka'an Biosphere
  6. 6Beach Clubs
  • Swim in Sacred Cenotes: Explore the region's vast underground river system through stunning natural sinkholes like Gran Cenote for snorkeling among stalactites, or the open-air Garden of Eden (Cenote Jardin del Eden) for jumping platforms.
  • Experience Ancient History with a View: The Tulum Archaeological Zone offers uniquely picturesque Mayan ruins perched on seaside cliffs, unlike any other site in Mexico. Visit early to beat the crowds and heat.
  • Indulge in Boho-Chic Luxury & Wellness: Stay in stunning eco-lodges like Azulik or Habitas, enjoy world-class yoga classes at Sanará, and dine at treehouse restaurants like Hartwood, which pioneered the local farm-to-table movement.

Tickets and passes in Tulum

Horseback Riding plus ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, and Lunch

Horseback Riding plus ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, and Lunch

4.51,327 reviews5h
Riviera Maya Jungle Half-Day Tour: ATV, Ziplines, Cenote Swim, Rappel

Riviera Maya Jungle Half-Day Tour: ATV, Ziplines, Cenote Swim, Rappel

4.4341 reviews4h
Maya Adrenaline Tulum: ATV, 5 Ziplines, Cenote — All-in Price

Maya Adrenaline Tulum: ATV, 5 Ziplines, Cenote — All-in Price

4.7337 reviews4h
Tulum ATV, Ziplines, Cenote Swim & Mayan Lunch | Small Group

Tulum ATV, Ziplines, Cenote Swim & Mayan Lunch | Small Group

4.5186 reviews4h

Food and drink experiences in Tulum

Chichen Itza from Cancun : Cenote, Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine

Chichen Itza from Cancun : Cenote, Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine

4.93,112 reviews11h
Chichen Itza from Playa with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine

Chichen Itza from Playa with cenote, Valladolid and Mayan cuisine

4.9833 reviews12h
Mexican Cooking from Scratch in a Local Home in Tulum

Mexican Cooking from Scratch in a Local Home in Tulum

4.9613 reviews3h
Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar

Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar

4.5455 reviews2h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Tulum

Sian Ka'an Adventure Full Day Trip to Punta Allen

Sian Ka'an Adventure Full Day Trip to Punta Allen

4.91,227 reviews10h
Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya

Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya

4.61,017 reviews8h

Hidden gems in Tulum

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Cenote Calavera (Temple of Doom)

A quirky, less-polished cenote just outside Tulum Pueblo, featuring three holes in the ground (like a skull) and a ladder to jump into the refreshing water.

El Paraiso Beach

A public beach located just south of the Tulum Ruins entrance, with soft white sand, stunning turquoise water, and a rustic beach club.

Cenote Cristal & Escondido

Two neighboring cenotes located right off the highway, offering a more local experience with crystal-clear water, rope swings, and small fish.

Mangle Xixim Restaurant

A rustic, family-run seafood restaurant located on a wooden pier over a mangrove lagoon in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere.

Tulum Art Club

A creative studio and gallery space in La Veleta offering workshops in ceramics, painting, and other crafts, often with local artists.

Day trips from Tulum

Coba

45 min - 1 hour by car or colectivo

Venture into the dense jungle to explore the ancient Mayan city of Coba, where you can still climb the towering Nohoch Mul pyramid—the tallest in the Yucatan Peninsula. The site is vast and spread out, best explored by renting a bicycle or hiring a bike taxi.

Muyil (Chunyaxche)

25-30 min by car from Tulum Pueblo

A quieter, less-visited Mayan archaeological site located within the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. Its main attraction is the unique Castillo pyramid, and you can combine the visit with a magical float down the ancient Mayan canals that lead to a lagoon.

Akumal

20-30 min by car north of Tulum

Famous for its calm, turtle-filled bay whose name means 'Place of the Turtles' in Mayan. It's a fantastic spot for snorkeling with green sea turtles in their natural habitat. The town has a more relaxed, family-friendly vibe compared to Tulum.

Plan your Tulum trip

Things to do in Tulum: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Tulum?+

Top sights include Tulum Ruins, Cenote Swimming, Beach Road Hotels and Gran Cenote. Away from the crowds, try Cenote Calavera (Temple of Doom) and El Paraiso Beach.

What are the most popular tours in Tulum?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour (4.7 stars, 25,638 reviews); Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch (4.7 stars, 17,020 reviews); Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting (4.8 stars, 6,905 reviews).

How much do tours in Tulum cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €26 and €230 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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