Location: Akumal
Top Things to do in Akumal
The 7 Best Free Things to do in Akumal, Quintana Roo
Akumal means "Place of the Turtle" in the Mayan language, and if you snorkel here, you just might see one swimming alongside you. (Don’t touch it, though. That’s prohibited by law.) You’ll definitely see coral and beautiful fish in the clear, sparkling waters. This tourist-friendly little town is about an hour south of Cancun—but it seems light-years away.
Restaurants in Akumal
1. Akumal Beach
2. Half Moon Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 516 reviews
Reviewed By DocRon48 - Dripping Springs, United States
Stay in this area when you go to akumal. Do not rent a car. Get a golf cart. I recommend La Joya for a great condo and awesome location.
3. Galeria Lamanai
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Lamanai was created at the beginning of the 90's as a promotional and sales project for Mexican Folk Art in the Caribbean, from Cancun to Belize. Pre Columbian Art was originally a popular creation that had a specific social function, which has perhaps disappeared through time, yet the desire of the artists that create it lingers on. Improvisation, personality, feeling, and incredible human ability are the qualities that characterize theseartists and artisans whose roots lay in Folk Art. Throughout the years, we have been able to assemble a good working team that has allowed us to expand the original concept, and seek new horizons. In 1999 a little gallery was opened on the Caribbean shoreline, in the beautiful bay of Akumal.
4. El Pueblito Minisuper
5. Hekab Be Biblioteca de Akumal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Hekab Be Biblioteca is a community library that operates solely on donations. We receive no government funding and do not charge for our services. In addition to a fully functioning library system, we have an afterschool program for local children ages 3-12 that provides activities/classes in English, music, art, yoga, environmental education, sports, and more!
Reviewed By V5864TPlynnm
the Akumal Art Festival painted this whole bridge on both sides of the main road to the beach, and the road to the Pebloe then up to the water tower & the monkey sanctuary we took over 100 photos. you can do a walking tour with a guide Mon.Wed.Fri. at 10am its worth the 50 pesos tip
6. Akumal Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
Akumal Bay is a secluded bay on Riviera Maya between Playa del Carmen and Tulum. The whole bay is protected by a coral reef, so the sea here is calmer and is home to sea turtles. There're many places along the bay you can find your free spot to enjoy. For tips how to see the turtles hassle free and without scams please read my detailed Akumal beach review.
7. Mexicarte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
MexicArte offers a wide variety of truly Mexican souvenirs made by individual artisans from throughout Mexico. Items range from tiny, finely made model animals to large, unique original paintings. Everything is hand made and painted and can be chosen in-store and delivered by mail. There is a second MexicArte shops in downtown Tulum and on Tulum Beach road too!
Reviewed By KDubBethelHeights_AR - Springdale, United States
We rented a golf cart for the day and had a fabulous time. They have traditional Mexican crafts and some beautiful leather purses. Prices we're reasonable for what appeared to be nice handmade items. Golf cart rentals were $40 usd per day and we cruised around the town and had a great time. Golf carts seat four and had some room for beach bags and came with a lock as well. Highly recommend!
