Isla Mujeres · Cancun, Mexico · Trailwind

LandmarkCancun, MexicoThis small island a short ferry ride from Cancun has calm Caribbean coves, Mayan ruins at Punta Sur, and a laid-back golf-cart pace that's a world away…

Set in: Cancun, Mexico

Currency: MXN

Language: Spanish

Timezone: UTC-06:00

Know before you go

Ferries leave regularly from Puerto Juárez and Playa Tortugas; the ride takes about 20 minutes.

Rent a golf cart at the dock — it's the easiest way to explore the island's beaches and Punta Sur cliffs.

Playa Norte on the island's north end is consistently ranked among the best beaches in Mexico for calm, shallow water.

Pairs well with

Hotel Zone Beach & Nichupté Lagoon, 8 mi away

El Rey Ruins, 11 mi away

Playa Delfines, 11 mi away

MUSA Underwater Museum, 13 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is Isla Mujeres?Isla Mujeres is in Cancun, Mexico.What is Isla Mujeres known for?This small island a short ferry ride from Cancun has calm Caribbean coves, Mayan ruins at Punta Sur, and a laid-back golf-cart pace that's a world away from the hotel zone.Keep exploring

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