Itineraries for Your Trip to Cancun
1 Day in Cancun for First Timers
I've been visiting Cancun since my college days, and I always find something new to do every time I go. Some trips are beach-only events, while others are jam-packed with activities from sunup to sundown. I love a trip that combines visits to historical sites, such as Chichen Itza, with nature-focused activities, such as swimming in the cenotes at Rio Secreto Nature Reserve.
When you have only one day in Cancun, you'll want to maximize your time and book some activities like snorkeling or a sunset cruise. Be sure you spend some time visiting the mercado, and don't pass up the agua fresca; it's the perfect way to cool off on a hot afternoon. Here's your 1-day Cancun itinerary for first-timers.
If you only have time for one thing, make it a sunset cruise.
You'll find hot and muggy weather year-round in Cancun, with a chance of showers.
A snorkeling tour is a great way to spend the morning in Cancun as you'll get out on the Caribbean Sea, and you just might spot some sea turtles along the way. You'll find that many Cancun tours offer hotel pickup, letting you avoid renting a car from the Cancun airport. A tour that visits the Underwater Museum of Art (MUSA) can be especially fun, as you'll see all sorts of sculptures among the
There's no shortage of beautiful beaches located in Cancun, where you'll find plenty of water sports available, from parasailing to kayaking. Many beaches have vendors offering Jet Ski rentals that let you zip around the crystal-blue waters with ease. If you’d rather spend a more relaxing afternoon, rent a beach chair and umbrella and savor some street tacos with a margarita while you chill out on the sand.
Maximize your time in Cancun with a sunset cruise. You'll find private catamarans, pirate ships, and party boats—there's something for any taste. Many offer an open bar and live music. You'll get to check out the Cancun coastline from the water, and the lively atmosphere is the perfect end to a day on the Riviera Maya. If you want to keep the night going, Cancun has a variety of nightclubs, such as Coco Bongo Cancun, where you can dance the night away.
