The best public beaches in Cancun, is a guide so that during your visit to this beautiful destination, you can enjoy the beach as you like…
Already passing the days of Easter and with the Summer Holidays very close, surely an escape to the paradisiacal Mexican Caribbean is craving; beach, sun, a beautiful turquoise sea, world-class services and the kind attention of its people, is part of what Cancun has to offer… Very tempting, right?
Among the most attractive places in the city, the famous Hotel Zone is number 1 and is located on Boulevard Kukulkan, with an extension of 26 km that throughout its journey offers incredible views of its beautiful white sand beaches and the Lagoon. Nichupte.
As soon as you discover it, you will notice the beauty of a perfect place to walk and enjoy since dawn; You will find a wide variety of hotels, beaches, shopping malls, the nightclub area, archaeological zone, ferry stations, aquatic entertainment centers, shops, craft market, among many other options of tourist interest.
Before continuing, remember to visit the beaches taking all preventive measures against the pandemic and be careful not to leave garbage when it is time to leave.
After this short introduction, let’s go to the topic that interests us… Here we present the best public beaches in Cancun:
Lobster Beach
It is the second public beach in Cancun closest to the city center, located at km 5 of the Hotel Zone; right next to the square where the Mexican Flag Pole is located. Much people foreign travel to Mexico to know the beautiful beaches.
It has a wide white sand beach and the waves of the sea are very calm and very shallow, which makes it an ideal place to enjoy with children; Added to this, it has 2 play areas, one with inflatables in the sea (for a fee) and another at the entrance (free), ideal for enjoying pleasant moments with the family.
In addition, you will find a small pier from where ferries leave for Isla Mujeres and a photo booth for a beautiful souvenir postcard.
Other services available are a parking area with surveillance, rental of lounge chairs and umbrellas, toilets, etc.
Snail Beach
One of the most beautiful public beaches in Cancun is undoubtedly Playa Caracol, located at km 8.5, with an entrance in front of Plaza Caracol, where the Xcaret offices are located.
The sea there is very calm, with sandbanks that regulate a very shallow depth for several meters from the shore towards the interior of the sea; From the entrance to the beach, you can walk to one side or the other and locate yourself according to your liking, the more you walk, the fewer people and the more tranquility.
You will find rental service for beds and umbrellas, restrooms, restaurant; In addition, it is very close to a renowned supermarket, cafeteria, food places, convenience stores, handicraft stores, private parking lots, etc.
Punta Cancun Beach
Are you one of those looking for impressive places for a photo? If the answer is yes, you have to know this beach.
The reality is that it is small and it is an area where there are stones, besides that it has somewhat complicated access since you will have to walk from the neighboring beaches, Playa Caracol on one side or from Playa Forum on the other side, then you will have to ask for permission at the hotel Hyatt Ziva , since you have to cross part of their property; everything is worth it.
There you will discover El Faro, a breakwater and a beautiful pier, 3 emblems that complement each other to make your stay unforgettable.
The water is calm and there are shallow areas and others not so deep, but you should be careful because of the stones.
As soon as you leave the beach there is a commercial area where you will find restaurants, bars, the nightclub area, supermarket, shops, tour operators and much more.
