Cancun, the magical city located in the Yucatan Peninsula, specifically in the state of Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya. This city is the paradise of the Mexican Caribbean, being the most famous tourist area of the whole country and also the most populated of the entire state of Quintana Roo.
If you are looking to experience something unique, for a good price and also surrounded by people and places worth visiting then this city is ideal for you, Cancun gives you the opportunity to have unforgettable memories either in its nightclubs, museums, archaeological sites and also the magical Cenotes.
Of course, we will talk about all of the above later because right now we will talk about all or, well, almost all of Cancun’s beaches.
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Cancun Beaches
Cancun is not only a city of establishments or tourist areas, if what you are looking for is to enjoy a beautiful beach then you should know that the list is large, it extends to beaches with white sand and turquoise sea and beaches with golden sand and light blue sea.
Among the large number of beaches that exist in Cancun we know that these are located specifically along the hotel zone, if we count only those that are public then we would be talking about specifically 11, although we must make clear that all beaches in Cancun are public many hotels or resorts built in front of the beach to be able to «privatize» them.
In addition, these beaches are divided into two zones, one is the north zone which has 5 beaches, which are calm and very quiet water, the other zone is the Caribbean, in this zone the currents are stronger and there are usually more people and more activities, but which are the totally public beaches of Cancun in these zones?
Tortugas Beach
Probably one of our favorite options and one of the most striking for tourists, this beach is located on the north side of the city and has a beautiful history of turtles visiting in seasons, it is all about crystal clear waters, white sand and good experiences.
Linda Beach
Although this is a beach on the north side of Cancun has countless sports and water activities that will make your experience a great one, this is one of the best beaches next to a clear sea where you can see fish passing by you.
Las Palmas Beach
A beautiful beach with clear waters and white sand, if you go you will be able to see small fish in the water because of its clarity, besides it is not very deep so if you go with children it will be ideal, it is located in the northern part of the city so it is not very crowded.
Chac Mool Beach
One of the favorite beaches of tourists and is that, although it is located in the Caribbean area is not so crowded, although it certainly has waves or strong currents compared to the north zone, here you will see different seashells and colorful corals along the length and width of the beach so get ready for photos.
Punta Nizuc Beach
If you are looking for an experience then Punta Nizuc is the ideal place for you and your family, yes, it is a beach that usually fills up with many people, but it is still very enjoyable and pleasant to experience, a place located in the Caribbean zone full of different activities and restaurants, as well as areas for children and areas for adults.
Delfin Beach
Dolphins Beach is characteristic for being a beach for adventurers who love the waves and strong currents and is located in the Caribbean area of the city, if you go with children, we recommend that you enter with them and some floats because the current is quite strong, even so, you can enjoy the shore of the different shades of blue sea.
Ballena Beach
A beach with turquoise water and beautiful views, located in the Caribbean area of the city, making it a beach full of life and activities, although we must warn you that there is a hotel complex nearby and guests may fill the whole place.
Langosta Beach
If what you are looking for is a quiet beach to share with the family, where the water is calm, turquoise and everything is well controlled, then Playa Lobster is for you, located in the northern part of the beautiful city of Cancun, an experience you have to live if you are looking for relaxation and zero stress.
Forum Beach
Ideal if you are looking for parties and bars and is surrounded by lots of life and good music, if you go to this beach keep in mind that it is usually quite crowded with people and is also located in the Caribbean zone, being so the most common.
Las Perlas Beach
Located on the north side of the city of Cancun, characteristic for its turquoise water and white sand, this beach is mostly empty and it is quite common for the currents to be soft and gentle.
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Marlin Beach
One of the typical beaches loved by tourists and young people, something like the real Caribbean according to many who have visited it, we are talking about Playa Marlin, a beach located on the Caribbean side of Cancun, full of tourists, life, dark blue water and lots of waves.
Conclusion
If you are looking to experience something unique then the beaches of Cancun are ideal for you, it is up to you to choose if you want quiet beaches or a little livelier, but you have many options to choose something amazing and fun, tell us if you have visited any of these or if you want to know more in depth any of them.