Tulum Mexico Travel Guide (Best Things To Do In 2022)

Tulum, Mexico

Once an idyllic sleepy village, Tulum has been transformed into a celebrity vacation playground. From cenotes to chilling on the beach — here are the best things to do in Tulum, Mexico!

Home to an ancient Mayan city, Tulum was once called Zama or “City of Dawn”.

Where is Tulum? This tropical paradise is located about 2-hours south of Cancun, along Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Boasting beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear water, Tulum is also a scuba diving paradise with many cenotes and caves to explore.

Tulum is a place where the ancient and the modern world blend together. Today you’ll find a mix of ancient Mayan ruins, yoga retreats, shopping, restaurants, and plenty of famous people who flock here to refresh their mind, body, and soul.

In fact, the Mexican government is opening a new international airport in Tulum (as well as a train) sometime in 2023.

I’ve spent a lot of time in Tulum over the years while living on and off in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, and wanted to put together a guide on what to do in Tulum for first-time visitors.

My Tulum itinerary is completely free! I’ve worked hard putting it together for you. If you find it useful, please use my affiliate links when you book hotels, rental cars or activities. I’ll get paid a small commission, at no extra cost to you! Thanks.

Tulum Highlights Map

HOW TO USE THIS MAP: Above you’ll find a map of highlights in Tulum, Mexico. Click on the top left of the map to find separate layers marking the route and points of interest. You can hide and show different layers, or click icons on the map to see the names of places I mention in this travel guide. “Star” the map to save it to your own Google Maps, or open the map in a new window for a larger version. Enjoy!

Mexico Travel Restrictions 2022

Mexico has removed all COVID-19 entry requirements, including for American tourists. Tests and vaccination details are no longer required as of January 2022.

Most hotels, attractions, and private tours are open with new health & safety protocols in place, and you still might have to follow certain guidelines (like wearing masks) depending on the destination.

You can find the latest updates on traveling to Mexico here.

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