TULUM

Tulum Generals:
Tulum, 130 km south of Cancun, in Quintana Roo, Mexico is an archaeological site of the ancient Maya civilization settled in the Yucatan peninsula formerly known by the name Zama, meaning city of Dawn. Tulum is also the Mayan word for fence or wall, and the walls surrounding the site allowed the Tulum fort to serve as a defense against invasion. From the numerous depictions in murals and other works around the site, Tulum appears to have been an important site for the worship of the Descending god. Tulum is at first sight the most beautiful of the ancient Mayan civilization cities: small, but exquisite, poised as it is on a fifteen-meter-high cliff overlooking the Mexican Caribbean Sea. Next to the archaeological site you’ll find the finest selection of beachfront and downtown Tulum hotels and boutique hotels, beach clubs and nightlife along with events calendar.

Attractions in Tulum:
Daily activities: Tulum offers the perfect combination of total relaxation, tranquility and seclusion, yet you can fill your day with so many interesting and rich activities you will never be bored, from extreme sports like Kite Surf, ATV Riding, Jungle Crossing, Zip-lines and more to unique and relaxing experiences like diving in the coral reef, snorkeling in the caves and Cenotes (worldly unique fresh water sinkholes), Visit Xel Ha a Mexico natural wonder, swim with dolphins or tour by kayak in the Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka’an. There are lots of ruins, sacred places and other Maya archaeological sites to visit.

Nighly activities: Nightlife in Tulum is pretty mellow, limited to DJs and live music at the restaurants, beach parties and hotel bars on the beach. There are a couple of nice bars in Tulum downtown.

Hints for Children:

Some of the hotels around offer amenities for kids.

Dining in Tulum:

The best way to find eateries in Tulum is to take a saunter up and down the strip. This is true old rustic Mexico. You can find some different international specialties though.

Shopping in Tulum:

When shopping in Tulum, there are many things that people like to buy; local art, glassware, hand crafted pottery, silver, hammocks, Mexican Chocolate, and of course tequila! Due to our international community we have some world class art. There are foreign and national who are exquisite at their trade.

Getting Around in Tulum:

The best way to get to Tulum is to rent a car but if you stay in Tulum just rent a bike.