TANTUN (SAN GERVASIO) MAYAN RUINS

As our guide, Jesus informed us, the true name of these ruins is Tantun, San Gervasio is the name of the person who discovered them and then went about exploring them using dynamite! Thankfully there is plenty left to see despite his best efforts and the ruins, which were home to the goddess Ixchel, are well worth touring, especially with a great guide like we had.

DON’T MISS:

• The Main Plaza.
• The Arch.
• The Iguanas, if you are fortunate enough to see one.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are 70 pesos for all visitors.
• Open from 08:00 to 16:30 every day.

San Miguel de Cozumel | +52 983 837 0796 |  Attraction 1 on Map Below

CHANKANAAB BEACH ADVENTURE PARK

Chankanaab which means small sea in Maya is a natural water-based theme park offering visitors the opportunity to swim with dolphins, enjoy the zip line, head out on a kayak, snorkel and much more.

Photo by Dave Herholz / CC BY-SA 2.0

DON’T MISS:

• Swimming with dolphins.
• Gliding through the air on the zip line.
• Enjoying the water on a kayak.
• Seeing marine life by snorkelling.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $21 (USD) for 13 years old and over, $14 for children 4-12 and free for under 4s.
• Open 08:00 to 16:00 Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays
• Combo tickets with Discover Mexico are available.

SAN MIGUEL

Just a short walk or taxi ride from your cruise ship, San Miguel is a great town to spend some time exploring, from the vibrant town square and market to just exploring a little more of the beaten track.

DON’T MISS:

• Zólaco Town Square.
• El Mercado Market.
• Buying a souvenir from Mexico.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• There are no entrance fees for San Miguel.
• Open all day every day, but shops will have their own hours.

Av. Rafael E. Melgar 3, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77600 San Miguel de Cozumel | Attraction 3 on Map Below

DISCOVER MEXICO PARK

Amazingly detailed scale models of Mexican monuments and buildings, a great acrobatic show and the chance to learn about the origins of chocolate all set in beautiful tropical gardens.

DON’T MISS:

• Dioramic Garden.
• Papantla Flyers Show
• Chocolate Factory.
• Traditional Arts Museum.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $26 (USD) for 13 years old and over, $19 for children 4-12 and free for under 4s.
• Open from 08:00 to 16:00 every day.
• Price includes a 90-minute tour, tours are at 10:00 and 13:00 daily, other times can be requested.
• Three other tours are available for an additional cost, click here for more information.
• Combo tickets with Chakanaab are available.

Carretera Costera sur Km 5.5, Zona Hotelera Sur, San Miguel de Cozumel | +52 987 857 2820 |  Attraction 4 on Map Below

STINGRAY BEACH

With a variety of activities on offer just minutes from the cruise terminals, Stingray Beach allows you to get close to stingrays, try paddleboarding and even make your own chocolate. Afterwards, relax and unwind at Ray’s Sandbar with a margarita or pina colada.

DON’T MISS:

• The Stingrays!
• Try your hand at paddleboarding.
• Make a piñata and your own chocolate bar.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Stingray encounter is $64 (USD) for adults and $29 for children and lasts for 2 hours.
• Paddleboarding is $35 (USD) and lasts for 1 hour.
• Chocolate & wine is $45 (USD) per person and lasts for 2 hours.
• Chocolate & Pinata is $45 (USD) per person and lasts for 2 hours.
• Open 08:00 to 15:30 Monday to Saturday and 09:00 to 11:00 on Sunday.

Carretera Costera Sur s/n Km. 2.8, Centro, 77600 San Miguel de Cozumel | +52 987 872 4932 | Attraction 5 on Map Below

THE MAYAN CACAO COMPANY

Demonstrating how chocolate came about from the original Cacao bean packed with energy to the delicious guilty treat we know and love today. The Mayan Cacao Company is a great place to visit to learn about chocolate in a fun and interactive way.

DON’T MISS:

• Learning about the origins of chocolate.
• Tasting how chocolate is the perfect antidote to chilli.
• Seeing chocolate made the Mayan way.
• Checking out natural hot chocolate.
• Taking home some delicious chocolate for later.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $15 (USD) / $270 (MXN) for 13 years old and over, $9/$162 for children 6-12 and free for under 6s.
• Open 08:00 to 16:00 Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays.

Carretera costera sur 15.5km,, Centro, 77600 Cozumel | +52 987 120 9431 | Attraction 6 on Map Below

PUNTA SUR ECO BEACH PARK

DON’T MISS:

• The wildlife, crocodiles, iguanas and birds might be seen.
• Mayan Ruins.
• Faro Celarain Lighthouse.
• The coastal scenery.
• The colourful marine life whilst snorkelling. 

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $14 (USD) for 12 years old and over, $8 for children 3-11 and free for under 3s.
• Open from 09:00 to 16:00 every day.

3Punta Sur, Cozumel | +52 983 837 2411 ext. 318002 | Attraction 7 on Map Below

PATAS & ALAS BUTTERFLY SANCTUARY

Showcasing the indigenous butterflies of Cozumel, Patas & Alas Butterfly Sanctuary is a great place to admire these beautiful insects.

DON’T MISS:

• The butterflies!

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $4 (USD) for 3 years old and over and free for under 3s.
• Open 09:30 to 16:30 Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays.

Carretera Costera Sur Km 6.82, 77600 San Miguel de Cozumel | +52 987 564 0522 | Attraction 8 on Map Below

EL MIRADOR

This rocky beach on the far side of the island from the port is a great place to spend some time, relax and watch as the waves crash ashore.

DON’T MISS:

• Witnessing the waves crashing against the rugged rocks.
• Relaxing and enjoying the ocean.
• Climbing onto the natural arch for amazing views.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Entrance to El Mirador is free
• Open at all times, however, the gift shops and vendors have their own hours.

Quintana Roo C-1, Quintana Roo | Attraction 9 on Map Below

MUSEUM OF COZUMEL

Learn about the Island of Cozumel’s history from Mayan times to its transformation into a major Caribbean cruising destination.

Photo by David Stanley / CC BY 2.0

DON’T MISS:

• Examples of the areas Coral Reef.
• The islands Mayan history.
• The era of Spanish and British ships duelling on the high seas.
• Enjoy lunch overlooking the ocean.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $4 (USD) for 8 years old and over and free for under 8s.
• Open 09:00 to 16:00 Monday to Saturday.

Av. Rafael E. Melgar 321, Centro, 77600 San Miguel de Cozumel | +52 987 872 0833 | Attraction 10 on Map Below

MAP

The map below shows all the above attractions in Cozumel in relation to the cruise terminal.