Tulum ruins guided tour at opening time
Beat the heat and crowds at the clifftop Mayan city, then swim at the beach below.
See dates and prices →☀️ Relaxed things to do
Chichén Itzá early-access day trip
Arrive before the crowds at one of the New Seven Wonders, with a cenote stop.
See dates and prices →Temazcal ceremony
A traditional Mayan sweat lodge ceremony. A calm reset after the wedding.
See dates and prices →Bacalar lagoon of seven colors day trip
Swim and sail on a vivid blue freshwater lagoon south of Tulum.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Mayan cooking class in a village
Grind corn, make tortillas and cook with a Mayan family.
See dates and prices →Tulum town taco tour
The best local taquerias and street food, away from the beach-road prices.
See dates and prices →Mezcal tasting
A guided tasting of artisanal mezcals with snacks.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Cenote hopping: Dos Ojos and Gran Cenote
Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear underground pools. Gear included.
See dates and prices →Cobá ruins by bike with a cenote swim
Cycle jungle paths between pyramids, then cool off in a cenote.
See dates and prices →Sian Ka'an biosphere boat and lazy river float
Mangroves, dolphins and a float through an ancient Mayan canal.
See dates and prices →Snorkel with sea turtles in Akumal
Swim alongside green turtles in a calm bay 25 minutes north.
See dates and prices →Cenote scuba dive
Dive through light beams in flooded caverns. Certification required.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Tulum
Hartwood
Beach road
Open-air, everything cooked over fire. Book ahead.
Map ↗Arca
Beach road
Jungle setting and creative wood-fired dishes.
Map ↗Kitchen Table
Beach road
Dinner in the jungle with a big open grill.
Map ↗Posada Margherita
Beach road
Homemade pasta on the beach.
Map ↗Gitano
Jungle
Disco ball in the jungle. Fun for a group night out.
Map ↗Rosa Negra
Aldea Zamá
Big, loud and festive. Easy for large groups.
Map ↗Taboo
Beach road
Party atmosphere with shows. Good for big celebrations.
Map ↗Taqueria Honorio
Town
Cochinita pibil tacos. Get there early.
Map ↗Antojitos La Chiapaneca
Town
Al pastor tacos for very little money.
Map ↗El Camello Jr.
Town
Ceviche and fresh fish in a no-frills local spot.
Map ↗Burrito Amor
Town
Healthy burritos wrapped in banana leaves.
Map ↗Raw Love
Beach road
Smoothie bowls on the sand. Good for the morning after.
Map ↗Where to stay
- Be Tulum $$$
Beach road. Beachfront suites with private plunge pools. - Hotel Nômade $$$
Beach road. Bohemian beach hotel with yoga and wellness. - Ahau Tulum $$$
Beach road. Laid-back beach hotel with a lively bar.
Getting around
- Taxis are expensive and cash only. Agree on the fare before you get in.
- Bikes are the easiest way to get between town and the beach road.
- Colectivo vans on Highway 307 are cheap and stop anywhere between Tulum and Playa del Carmen.
- Rent a car if you plan to visit several cenotes or Cobá. The Tren Maya also stops in Tulum.
Arriving
Tulum airport (TQO) is 30 minutes away. Cancún (CUN) is about 1h45 by car.
Good to know for guests in Tulum
- Currency: Mexican peso (MXN). US dollars are often accepted in resort areas at a worse rate.
- Tipping: Expected: 10 to 15% in restaurants, plus tips for guides, drivers and boat crews.
- Dinner time: Dinner from about 7 to 10 pm.
- Power plugs: Type A and B plugs (same as the US), 127 V.
Popular tours in Tulum right now
Questions guests ask about Tulum
When is the best time for a wedding in Tulum?
November to April is the most popular season. Mayan ruins on a cliff above the Caribbean, jungle cenotes and beach clubs. The town and the beach road are 10 minutes apart.
How do guests get to Tulum?
Tulum airport (TQO) is 30 minutes away. Cancún (CUN) is about 1h45 by car.
How do guests get around Tulum?
Taxis are expensive and cash only. Agree on the fare before you get in. Bikes are the easiest way to get between town and the beach road. Colectivo vans on Highway 307 are cheap and stop anywhere between Tulum and Playa del Carmen. Rent a car if you plan to visit several cenotes or Cobá. The Tren Maya also stops in Tulum.
What can wedding guests do in Tulum as a group?
Good group options include tulum ruins guided tour at opening time, cenote hopping: Dos Ojos and Gran Cenote, cobá ruins by bike with a cenote swim, sian Ka'an biosphere boat and lazy river float. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Tulum?
Yes. Our Tulum wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
See the plan →Welcome dinner restaurants in Tulum
Group-friendly places for the welcome or rehearsal dinner and the day-after brunch, with local dinner times and tipping.
See the restaurants →Wedding welcome bag ideas
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