Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Cancún & The Riviera Maya - and discover twice the place in half the time!

Discover Cancún & The Riviera Maya's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From underground natural pools to intriguing Maya ruins and artefacts at Museo Maya de Cancún & San Miguelito, and relaxing at the crystal-clear lagoon of Laguna Bacalar.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Cancún & The Riviera Maya travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days.
• Find what you’re looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Cancún & The Riviera Maya with ease.
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Tulum Ruins, Isla Mujeres Turtle Farm, and Isla Blanca.
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions.
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and get you to those 'don’t miss' sights.
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Cancún & The Riviera Maya's best kept secrets and rising trends.
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section.
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance.
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel.
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Yucatán Peninsula.

Covers: Cancún Centro; Zona Hotelera; Isla Mujeres; Playa del Carmen; Tulum; Isla Cozumel.

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Cancún & The Riviera Maya.