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City break in Cancun. Active leisure ideas for Cancun - attractions, recreation and nightlife

The city’s beaches will be a perfect destination for tourists who want to devote their holiday to active rest and sunbathing. The local beaches are well-equipped and have everything for active recreation. Many of the local attractions are quite specific. For example, travelers are often offered to make an unforgettable ride on underwater bus «Submarine Bob». During this truly unusual excursion visitors will have an opportunity to admire the beauty of the underwater world. There are also several coral reefs near the coast. Tourists are always welcome in several diving schools that are present in the city. Absolutely everyone can enroll in the classes. Experienced divers will be surely pleased with special diving trips to most beautiful underwater sights.
The local aquarium also offers visitors to participate in interesting entertainment. Guests will hear a lot of interesting facts about inhabitants of deep seas, see spectacular shows, and even will be photographed with friendly pets. There is also a large swimming pool in the aquarium, where visitors can swim with dolphins.
In addition to beach activities, Cancun offers its guests to attend numerous sports clubs and golf centers. In this city visitors will find playgrounds for children, modern gym, and of course numerous tennis courts. A significant part of night clubs, discos and bars is located near beaches. As a rule, during the daytime such establishments work as usual cafes, and in the evening they prepare special entertainment programs and delicacies for their guests. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
In Cancun, fans of shopping can choose from a wide range of shops and shopping centers. La Isla Shopping Village remains one of the most popular destinations for both locals and guests of … Open
No description of Cancun is possible without mentioning numerous wonderful shops. Shopping is also known as one of the most popular attractions for travelers. The biggest shopping center of the city is called PlazaLaIsla. Its territory is home to a huge number of clothing stores, souvenir shops and jewelry stores, as well as perfume shops and various entertainment facilities. Kukulcan shopping mall is another popular shopping destination. This is the best place to search for clothes and accessories of the leading brands. Visitors will also be pleased with attractive prices in the local shops.
at night Plaza Forum and Plaza Caracol are also present in the list of the most popular shopping centers of Cancun. In addition to numerous trading pavilions these centers have many restaurants and cafes, so visitors can perfectly combine visiting wonderful boutiques and tasting local delicacies. Wall Mart is considered the most popular grocery store. It is located in the business district of Cancun. Here visitors will find a huge selection of various products at very competitive prices. Wall Mart is also a wonderful place to buy various delicacies.
This resort has become the most visited on in the Caribbean region. Cancun is famous for its magnificent beaches and large number of historical monuments that are left here since Maya … Open
Besides everything else, travelers in Cancun can fly a hot-air balloon, try parachute jumping, make an unforgettable journey in the jungles, and, of course, try water sports (surfing, SUPboarding, flyboarding, riding water scooter, diving, and more). A vacation in Cancun is an excellent opportunity to try all these activities. Selvatica Canopy Expedition and Adventure Tour is a popular company that offers a very interesting tour that includes bungee jumping and an off-roader ride in the jungles. At Piston Pueblo Cancun, guests of the city have an excellent opportunity to try safari and enjoy active recreation together with their friends.
Night Pool A marvelous thematic park, Parque Maya is a fantastic destination to not only get acquainted with Mayan culture but also try healthy activities in the open air. Rope climbing is a favorite activity of numerous guests of this park. Besides that, visitors can ride a canoe or go fishing. As the park has a well-made themed design, all activities are even more exciting and interesting. Bioparque at Albergue Animal Chan Tamam deserves a separate mention. At this park, visitors can see various reptiles, deer, and turtles. By the way, it is allowed to touch and pet some animals. Ventura Park is the right choice for all fans of attractions, many of which are quite extreme. That being said, Wet'n Wild Aqua Park (one of the seven worlds of Ventura Park) is also not deprived of extreme water attractions.
Cancun is literally created for outdoor activities. It is perfect for a holiday with children. The resort has several magnificent water parks, the best among which is Wet’n Wild … Open
Gamblers will quickly feel like home in Cancun because the resort has many quality casinos, such as Casino Palace, Dubai Palace Casino, and PlayCity Casino. Each of them is an excellent choice for everyone who wants to have fun. Escape quests are one more activity that tourists are usually fond of. BeDetective is one of the best clubs that offer this kind of entertainment. It has several rooms with interesting stories and puzzles, so visitors can not feel bored. Tornado Club specializes in an unusual activity – indoor parachuting. Fans of paintball are always welcome at Gotchak Paint Ball Extreme.
Night @ Cancun All tourists who want to learn how to cook Mexican food will find it very interesting to visit Can Cook. When you want to relax after active recreation, it is hard to think of something better than a spa. Bamboo Spa is one of the best spa salons in the city. It is also important to mention that there are many interesting places in Cancun where travelers can have fun at night. Everyone who wants to dance will be pleased with the clubs like Coco Bongo, The City Discotheque, and Party Rockers. Chantant Karaoke Bar is the best destination for everyone who wants to sing. Fans of cocktails prefer to gather at Carlos'n Charlie's, and Senor Frog's Bar is an excellent place to enjoy alcoholic drinks and admire the breathtaking panorama.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Cancun and surroundings

Recommended places for active recreation and leisure in Cancun

Azucar
Where: Blvd. Kukulcán, next to Dreams Hotel, HZ, KM 9, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 848 7000;
Bling
Where: Blvd. Kukulcán, HZ, KM 13.5, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 840 6014;
Carlos´N´Charlies
Where: Forum by the Sea, HZ, KM 8, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 883 4468;
The City
Where: Blvd. Kukulcán, HZ, KM 8, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 848 8380;
Coco Bongo
Where: Forum by the Sea, HZ, KM 8, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 883 5061;
Mambo Café
Where: SM35, MZ2, Lote 3, Plaza Las Avenidas, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 840 6490;
Margaritaville
Where: Blvd Kukulcán, HZ, KM 11, Cancun; Telephone: +52 998 885 2375;
Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Cancun
♥   City Park 'Kabah' , 2.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   City Park 'Loma Bonita' , 3.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Isla Contoy' , 34.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Arrecife de Puerto Morelos' , 34.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Arrecifes de Cozumel' , 73.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Cancun
♥   Amusement park 'Garrafon National Reef Park' , 12.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Xcaret Park' , 71.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Dolphin Discovery Cozumel' , 82.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Xel-Ha Park' , 108.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Cancun
♥   Water park 'Wet n Wild Cancun' Ventura Park, Riviera Maya, 16 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Xcaret Park' Quintana Roo, 71.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Xel-Ha Park' Quintana Roo, 108.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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City break ideas for neighbours of Cancun

Guide to your best city break in Cancun - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Cancun - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Cancun?' disappears immediately.
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