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One unique way to combine dinner with sightseeing is aboard the Lobster Dinner Cruise. Cruising around the tranquil, turquoise waters of the lagoon, passengers feast on lobster dinners accompanied by wine. Another -- albeit livelier -- option is the Captain Hook Lobster Dinner Cruise, which is similar, but with the added attraction of a pirate show, making this the choice for families.
A Museum -- To the right side of the entrance to the Cancún Convention Center is the Museo Arqueológico de Cancún, a small but interesting museum with relics from archaeological sites around the state.
Another cultural enclave is the Museo de Arte Popular Mexicano. It displays a representative collection of masks, regional folkloric costumes, nativity scenes, religious artifacts, musical instruments, Mexican toys, and gourd art, spread over 1,370 sq. m of exhibition space.
Bullfights -- Cancún has a small bullring, Plaza de Toros, near the northern end of Bulevar Kukulkán. Bullfights take place during the winter tourist season. A sport introduced to Mexico by the Spanish viceroys, bullfighting is now as much a part of Mexican culture as tequila. The bullfights usually include four bulls, and the spectacle begins with a folkloric dance exhibition, followed by a performance by the charros.

Cancun & Riviera Maya Activities

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One of the biggest draw of Cancun is the beach. All of Mexico's beaches are public property, so you can use the beach of any hotel by walking through the lobby or directly onto the sand. Be especially careful on beaches fronting the open Caribbean, where the undertow can be quite strong. By contrast, the waters of Bahía de Mujeres (Mujeres Bay), at the north end of the island, are usually calm and ideal for swimming. Get to know Cancún's water-safety pennant system, and make sure to check the flag at any beach or hotel before entering the water. Here's how it goes:
White Excellent
Green Normal conditions (safe)
Yellow Changeable, uncertain (use caution)
Black or Red Unsafe -- use the swimming pool instead!
In the Caribbean, storms can arrive and conditions can change from safe to unsafe in a matter of minutes, so be alert: If you see dark clouds heading your way, make for the shore and wait until the storm passes.
Playa Tortuga (Turtle Beach), Playa Langosta (Lobster Beach), Playa Linda (Pretty Beach), and Playa Las Perlas (Beach of the Pearls) are some of the public beaches. At most beaches, you can rent a sailboard and take lessons, ride a parasail, or partake in a variety of watersports.