Things to Do with Kids in Cancún, Mexico
Cancún has 31 kid-tested activities for families — museums, parks, zoos, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and more. Every listing includes age ratings (infants through teens), stroller access, cost estimates for a family of 4, and real parent tips you won't find anywhere else.
Río Secreto
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
Selvatica Adventure Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up (zip lines), ages 8+ for ATVs
Nichupté Lagoon Kayaking
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Xplor Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Chichén Itzá
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Isla Mujeres
Ages: All ages
Playa Delfines
Ages: All ages
Puerto Morelos Reef Snorkeling
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
Xcaret Park
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
Tulum Ruins
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
Xel-Há Park
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
La Habichuela Restaurante
Ages: All ages
Cenote Xcanche
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Xenses Park
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Jolly Roger Pirate Show
Ages: Best for ages 3-12
Jungle Tour Cancún
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up
Playa Tortugas
Ages: All ages
Cenote Suytun
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up
Museo Maya de Cancún
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
MUSA Underwater Museum
Ages: Best for ages 4 and up (glass bottom boat) or 8 and up (snorkeling)
Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
Ages: Best for ages 6 and up
El Rey Archaeological Zone
Ages: All ages
Parque de las Palapas
Ages: All ages
Tacos Rigo
Ages: All ages
La Isla Shopping Village
Ages: All ages
Lorenzillo's Live Lobster House
Ages: All ages
100% Natural
Ages: All ages
Captain Hook Pirate Ship
Ages: Best for ages 3-12
Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Ages: Best for ages 2-12
Mercado 28
Ages: All ages
Ventura Park
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up
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Family Travel Guide: Cancún, Mexico
Discover the best things to do with kids in Cancún, Mexico. Our family-tested guide covers top attractions, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and hidden gems — all rated by age, with stroller info, cost estimates, and real parent tips.
Common Questions About Cancún with Kids
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Cancún?
- Cancún has 5 free family activities. Top picks: Playa Delfines, Playa Tortugas, Parque de las Palapas, La Isla Shopping Village, Mercado 28. See all free activities at kidpaths.com/cancun.
- What can we do with kids on a rainy day in Cancún?
- There are 11 rainy day options in Cancún. Top indoor picks: Río Secreto, La Habichuela Restaurante, Xenses Park, Cenote Suytun, Museo Maya de Cancún.
- What are the best activities for toddlers in Cancún?
- 18 activities in Cancún are rated for toddlers (ages 1–3). Parent favorites: Isla Mujeres, Playa Delfines, Xcaret Park, Tulum Ruins, Xel-Há Park.
- Which Cancún attractions are stroller-friendly?
- 11 of 31 activities in Cancún are fully stroller-friendly. KidPaths rates stroller access as yes, limited, or no for every listing.
- What are fun things to do with teens in Cancún?
- 31 activities in Cancún are rated for teens (ages 13–17). Top picks: Río Secreto, Selvatica Adventure Park, Nichupté Lagoon Kayaking, Xplor Park, Chichén Itzá.
- How much do family activities cost in Cancún?
- KidPaths tracks family-of-4 cost estimates for 31 activities in Cancún. 5 are completely free. Each listing shows the real cost for a family of four, not just per-person pricing.
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