Lonely PlanetJul 2219 things to know before visiting CancúnMake your Cancún trip even better with these tips on health, safety and etiquette.area for high-end resorts14 things in this storyRiviera MayaNeighborhoodarea with ancient ruins and swimming holesIsla MujeresNeighborhoodIt is approximately 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) long and 650 metres (2,130 ft) wide.Parque de las PalapasMarkettop spots for street foodMuseo Subacuático de Arte (MUSA)Museumincredible underwater sculpture gardenPunta SamNeighborhoodarea for high-end resortsIsla BlancaNeighborhoodsublime peninsula north of downtownMayan MonkeyHostelhotel offering room-only ratesEl CentroNeighborhoodarea for well-priced hotel and hostel optionsValladolidNeighborhoodcolonial city with a rich Maya historyRed de Monitoreo de SargazoPlaceNGO posting updates on beach conditionsADO busPlaceaffordable transportation from the airportBuses R-1 and R-2Placetraverse the hotel zone and El CentroCarnaval de CancúnFestivaloutdoor concerts and dancing in the streetsIsla HolboxNeighborhoodRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →