Discover Cancún

The narrow, 22-kilometer strip of land between the Caribbean and the Nichupté Lagoon is lined with powder-white sand and turquoise water, framed by numerous resorts and restaurants, a world-famous destination for both beach vacations and nightlife.

The small island off Cancún is reached by ferry in about 20 minutes and delights with quieter beach life, the colorful MUSA underwater museum and the chance to swim with whale sharks in summer, a relaxed contrast to the bustling Hotel Zone.

Located in the middle of the Hotel Zone, the small, well-preserved ruins of a former Maya fishing settlement document the region's pre-Spanish history and are inhabited by numerous iguanas that sun themselves among the old temple platforms.

Along Boulevard Kukulcán, numerous clubs and bars line up, making Cancún one of Mexico's best-known party destinations, with live music, beach clubs and superclubs that stay open until the early morning.

Cancún Airport lies about 20 kilometers southwest of the Hotel Zone and is reachable by bus or taxi in about 30 minutes. Seasonal direct flights operate from Zurich, otherwise the journey typically involves a stopover in Madrid or the USA.

The narrow, 22-kilometer strip of land between the Caribbean and the Nichupté Lagoon is lined with powder-white sand and turquoise water, framed by numerous resorts and restaurants, a world-famous destination for both beach vacations and nightlife.

The small island off Cancún is reached by ferry in about 20 minutes and delights with quieter beach life, the colorful MUSA underwater museum and the chance to swim with whale sharks in summer, a relaxed contrast to the bustling Hotel Zone.

Located in the middle of the Hotel Zone, the small, well-preserved ruins of a former Maya fishing settlement document the region's pre-Spanish history and are inhabited by numerous iguanas that sun themselves among the old temple platforms.