How to Spend a Rainy Day in Cancun
During the rainy season, it’s not uncommon for sun-drenched Cancun to be hit by a sudden thunderstorm. While these tropical showers don’t often last long, it’s best to stay on land until they’ve passed—but that doesn’t mean your plans are scuppered. From city museums to subterranean ecoparks, here are our top tips for making the most of your rainy day on Mexico’s Caribbean coast.
- Admire ancient artifacts at the Mayan Museum of Cancun, benefiting from skip-the-line entry to escape the rain faster.
- Browse for bargains in Cancun’s indoor malls, including Luxury Avenue, Plaza Caracol, and Kukulcan Plaza.
- Dry off over tequila and tacos in the Hotel Zone’s lively bars and restaurants.
- Rub shoulders with celebs at the Wax Museum, or get a glimpse of life below the waves (without getting wet) at the Interactive Aquarium.
- Explore indoor attractions in Playa del Carmen such as the 3D Museum of Wonders, Frida Kahlo Museum, or Cirque du Soleil, taking advantage of tours with hotel pickup to keep clear of rain.
- Dive into a dance studio to practice your fancy footwork in a bachata or salsa class.
- Join a tour of the Yucatan’s underground rivers and cenotes at the Kantun Chi Ecopark.
- Avoid evening showers by booking skip-the-line access to Cancun’s famous clubs.
Cirque du Soleil® JOYÀ Admission Tickets
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Experience tablecloth dining along with the Cirque du Soleil® show 'JOYÁ' at the Vidanta Riviera Maya resort. Allow yourself to be mesmerized by the story of an alchemist and his granddaughter seeking out the secrets of life. The show draws on the heritage and history of Mexico to weave the story, presented in an intimate dinner theatre in the jungle of the Riviera Maya.
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$94.00
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$94.00
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Go Cancun All-Inclusive Pass
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With a Go Cancun All Inclusive Pass you’ll save up to 57% on admission to more than 35 attractions and experiences. A digital guidebook is included along with your attraction pass so you’ll save time researching activities and places to see. Select a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, or 7-day pass. valid over a period of 2-weeks, and do as much as you like - the more you see, the more you save. Opt for a 3 or more days pass for your additional choice of 1 Premium activity including all-inclusive admission to Xel-Há, Xcaret at night admission, a dolphin or manatee encounter with lunch and transfer included, and more. Immediately after purchase, your Go Cancun Pass can be saved on your mobile device and used directly as your admission ticket.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two year from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit.
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Skip the line: Cancun Coco Bongo Gold Member Entrance Ticket
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Making the most of a night out in Cancun can be tricky. Breeze into popular city club Coco Bongo with ease, benefiting from skip-the-line access to minimize time spent waiting to enter, then spend your night watching acrobats, unwinding with unlimited drinks, and enjoying exclusive access to a reserved area.
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$126.00
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Private Tour: Tulum and Cave Adventure from Cancun
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Leave the beaches of Cancun and explore Tulum, an ancient Maya fort perched on a bluff, and the underground ecological park of Kantun-Chi on this full-day private tour. At Tulum, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, learn about the city’s once-thriving commercial role in Maya history. Move on to discover a cavern network of stalactites and stalagmites at Kantun-Chi. Enjoy personalized attention and chauffeur service from a private guide.
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$295.00
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$295.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Go Cancun Explorer Pass: Choose 3, 4, 5, 7 or 10 attractions or tours
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The ultimate way to experience the Riviera Maya at a discount, the Go Cancun Explorer pass lets you customize your own itinerary. Enjoy a range of activities from a Dolphin encounter, to touring around Cancun's local markets and street-food scene, snorkeling with turtles, sailing to Isla Mujeres, or exploring the Mayan ruins at Chichén Itzá - the choice is all yours! The pass offers access to more than 40 tours and attractions—that you can mix and match with 3, 4, 5, 7, or 10-choice packages and save up to 53 percent off individual admission prices. Passes are instantly downloadable and valid for one year, but expire 60 days after the first use.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes are valid for two years from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit. After activation your pass will be valid for 60 days and/or the remaining number of attraction choices purchased.
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$105.00
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Private Dance Class of Salsa or Bachata
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You will know the basic principles of salsa or bachata according to your choice. The two styles or genres have their charm and are very famous at parties. Then you can record what was taught as a gift for you and as a homework. I guarantee that it is a unique experience even if you have already taken classes of these genres. It will be good what you will learn
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