Lonely Planet Cancun, Cozumel & the Yucatan

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Cancún, Cozumel & the Yucatán.

Discover the region's most popular experiences and best kept secrets, from heading to the hilly Puuc region for a wander past the exquisite temples of Uxmal, to searching for sunken ships and American crocodiles at Banco Chinchorro, and bar-hopping along Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen, home to atmospheric Cuban jazz joints.

This classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips, with an all-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate effortlessly. Inside you'll find exciting itineraries to help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions; expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals and more; vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Cancun & Yucatán; fresh takes on must-visit sights from Parque del Jaguar to Chichén Itzá and Calakmul; and an essential information toolkit with tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel.

Connect with local culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions across Cancún & the Northern Islands, Isla Cozumel, Riviera Maya, Costa Maya, Yucatán State & the Maya Heartland, Campeche, Chiapas and Tabasco. Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world.