A heaven on earth where nature manifests in multiple ways: beaches of white sands, transparent waters, coral reefs and a relentless sun tirelessly giving away its warm rays. A place plagued with adventure; swimming with dolphins, diving in search of colourful beings, surfing, or shedding some of that adrenaline on a jet-ski.

Man has also put his creativity and inventiveness into work on this extraordinary place in order to embellish the region. First were the Mayans who built precious cities on cliffs and swampy zones; then in modern times, buildings and installations were built for the use of tourist, which architectonic features match harmoniously with nature,.

In the centre of Cancun

It is the heart of one of the main destinations in Mexico. Its buildings of modern features and monumental shopping malls are evidence of its recent urban development as a direct consequence of the driving tourist impulse that injects life to this dazzling coastal zone.

You can visit the following places in the centre of Cancun:

-Kukulcan Boulevard: It is a large and important commercial road linking the centre of the city with the Hotel Zone. While going through it, do not fail to admire the exquisite reproductions of sculptures of pre-Hispanic origins, which give this crowded urban artery an historic and cultural shade.

-Archaeological Museum of Cancun: Administered by the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), it exhibits the valuable pieces found at the archaeological excavations realised at the pre-Hispanic settlements of the state of Quintana Roo; amongst them vestiges and Mayan objects over 1000 years old. Likewise, it has a library specialised on archaeology and history of the Mayan civilization. The museum is at the 9 kilometre signpost of the Kukulcan Boulevard.

-Hotel Zone: It is a paradisiacal coastal fringe 23 kilometres long, in which over 50 deluxe hotels are present. It is the tourist centre of Cancun, a place in which comfort is venerated and where everything is designed to offer the traveller a pleasant stay. Watching the facades of the hotels is enough to start to enjoy them. Some display inclined walls which resemble the classical lines of the Mayan pyramids; whilst others stand out for their distinguished and cosmopolitan looks. Whichever your election is, be certain that you will be well attended.

-Interactive Aquarium: It is one of the most complete aquariums in the continent. A place that enables knowing the fascinating species inhabiting the depths of the Caribbean Sea, wherein you can watch a great variety of multicolour fishes and corals, besides skates, sea-urchins, amongst others.
But the biggest attraction of the aquarium is its program for swimming with dolphins, an unparalleled and singular experience open to adults and minors.
The aquarium is located at the Shopping Village Island, at the kilometre 12.5 of the Hotel Zone.

-Kukulkan Plaza: With a 60000 square metre extension, it is the biggest shopping mall in Cancun. It has over 250 stores and boutiques of the most renowned firms of the world. The commercial offer is completed by exclusive restaurants and multiplex cinemas, as well as recreation centres in which fun and relaxation rule. It is in the middle of the Hotel Zone.

-Caracol Plaza: It is a large shopping mall with over 200 stores, amongst which we find boutiques with the best brands in the world, art galleries, and jewellery and perfumery stores, besides the best bars and restaurants, amid other facilities which offer not only excellent goods but also a warm and cordial treatment.
This commercial giant is at the Kukulkan Boulevard, at the kilometre 8.5 of the Hotel Zone.

-Ki-Huic Market: It is a craftsmanship centre in which leatherworks, hats and wood sculptures are offered. It is Ideal for acquiring souvenirs to perpetuate your visit to this corner in Mexico. However, bargain for the price before buying. It is at the Tulum Avenue, a few blocks away from the Hotel Zone.