Lonely Planet Pocket Cancun & the Riviera Maya by Lonely Planet

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

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

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Cancun & 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 Cancun & 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 areas personality and get you to those ‘don’t miss’ sights
• Discover ‘A Few Surprises’ in a new feature that showcases Cancun & 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 Yucatan Peninsula
• Covers: Cancun 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 Cancun & The Riviera Maya.

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan an unforgettable trip to Cancun & The Riviera Maya. Explore Coba, visit Isla Mujeres Turtle Farm, unwind at Laguna Bacalar, with our Pocket travel guide that’s packed with itineraries, fun walking tours, and insider tips so you can discover twice the place in half the time

12 Oct 2025
 

Lonely Planet Pocket Cancun & the Riviera Maya by Lonely Planet ISBN 9781788684293