Location
Mexico
Best Season
Dec – Apr
Avg Temp
78–88°F
Dining
4 picks
Overview
The Riviera Maya stretches 120 miles along Mexico's Caribbean coast, from Puerto Morelos to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. Known for its eco-luxury resorts, cenotes (natural sinkholes), and proximity to ancient Mayan sites like Tulum, it offers a more intimate alternative to nearby Cancún with world-class diving along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.
Highlights
Tulum ruins overlooking the Caribbean Sea
Cenote diving and snorkeling in underground rivers
Xcaret and Xel-Há eco-parks
Akumal Beach for swimming with sea turtles
What To Do By Season
Winter
- Beach relaxation
- Ruins exploration
- Spa retreats
Spring
- Cenote tours
- Jungle excursions
- Cooking classes
Summer
- Scuba diving
- Paddleboarding
- Night snorkeling
Fall
- Whale shark encounters
- Biosphere tours
- Cultural festivals
Where To Eat
Hartwood
Farm-to-TableArca
Modern MexicanCasa Banana
MediterraneanTaquería Honorio
TacosLocation
20.6296° N, 87.0739° W
Best Time To Visit
November through April — pleasant temperatures and low humidity.
Weather Overview
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