What to do and see in Mexico, Mexico: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers

May 15, 2022 Deane Carmody

With 26 UNESCO-declared world heritage sites, charming colonial towns and dozens of thrilling cities, there's plenty to explore in this country of 109 million. Outside the cities, stunning Pacific beaches, stark deserts, mangrove swamps and swimming holes provide all you need for a relaxing, romantic or adventurous vacation. Captivating, cosmopolitan and chaotic Mexico City and the 32 states offer an incredible abundance of experiences, from laid-back and leisurely to upbeat to adrenalin-charging.
Restaurants in Mexico

1. El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas T2A 6P2 Mexico
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5.0 based on 8,472 reviews

El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

Tourists flock to this natural rock formation, a whale-watching site and snorkeling spot.

Reviewed By mcmomny - Rochester, United States

Had a wonderful hour taxi ride trip, great guide who told us the history of Lovers Beach and Divorce Beach, showed us the sea lions and made sure we saw Pedro the sea lion on the ride back!

2. Isla Espiritu Santo

Playa el Tecolote, La Paz 23000 Mexico +52 612 200 3989 [email protected] http://baja.org
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5.0 based on 1,810 reviews

Isla Espiritu Santo

Witness the beauty of ocean wildlife: this small island teems with dolphins, sea lions and all kinds of fish.

Reviewed By titouerics - San Francisco, United States

7days Kayaking around the Island: camping on secluded beach with amazing sunset, small hikes inside the Island and beautiful snorkeling ...

3. Parque Ecologico Chipinque

Road to Chipinque Km. 2.5, Monterrey 66290 Mexico +52 81 8303 0000 [email protected] http://www.chipinque.org.mx
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5.0 based on 1,235 reviews

Parque Ecologico Chipinque

Somos una Asociación de Beneficencia Privada sin fines de lucro y nuestros proyectos se desprenden de nuestro objetivo social que es la preservación y conservación de los recursos naturales.

Reviewed By 783albertot - Monterrey, Mexico

This is a perfect area to exercise, to hike or even to go with your Family and friends to make a picnic, cooler than the city on summer time, I really like it, and if you just want to hike and then enjoy a nice meal or even stay teh night, there is an hotel at the top. Nice for staying the night and enjoy the view of the city at night.

4. Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

12901 N. I-35 Service Rd. Northbound Plaza Expiatorio, Leon 37000 Mexico +52 477 714 2096 http://www.visitmexico.com/guanajuato/leon
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5.0 based on 967 reviews

Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

Reviewed By MarkC101 - Leon, Mexico

Awesome local feel. Visit the catacombs at the local sagrada ... starts after siesta (5pm) SaleRosa was our top restaurant! Simply awesome. Ask for Cesar - speaks English from Cardiff

5. Cenotes Sac Actun

Carretera Federal 307, Tulum 77760 Mexico +52 998 734 9728 [email protected] http://www.cenotessacactun.com
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5.0 based on 1,633 reviews

Cenotes Sac Actun

Underground water paradise in the Riviera Maya, this visit will certainly be a unique experience like no other, mystical and extreme, you can snorkel or dive in the cavern full of formations.

Reviewed By StefR - Brooklyn, United States

After reading about so many cenotes, I was a bit overwhelmed as to which to choose. So we let our tour guide make this recommendation. It just so happened he had worked as a guide at this cenote for several years before becoming a tour guide so we just got lucky. This cenote is amazing! After parking and picking up lifejackets, we headed down the stairs and into the mouth of the cave. Our guide didn't really describe what we were about to do so it was a bit of a surprise to find such a huge cave system before us as we swam around. He knew his way around and we had such a great time seeing this natural wonder. We were there for 2 hours before seeing another soul. We had the whole place to ourselves for almost the entire time. There seemed to be endless tunnels and caves to explore so we were very happy to have a guide as we would have gotten lost very easily. Can't recommend this site enough! Definitely get a guide, bring a waterproof camera (or waterproof case for your phone) and enjoy!

6. Lake Bacalar

Bacalar Mexico
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5.0 based on 2,594 reviews

Lake Bacalar

Reviewed By 389florka - London, United Kingdom

Pueblo magico - truly is !!! There are different shades of blue from the lightest to dark dark blue . We took a boat with tour guy which cost about 260 peso it took about 2.5 h all around lake with few stops when we could jump in the water and enjoy this beautiful place . Water is sweet which made the experience even better:) , would highly recommend it . We stayed near Playa del Carmen and it took us 3.5 h drive , the best is to early morning so can make most of it . Plenty shops and restaurants around to get some snacks or food.

7. Playa Delfines

Boulevard Kukulkan, Punta Nizuc - Cancun 335 Zona Hotelera, Cancun 77500 Mexico
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4.5 based on 5,518 reviews

Playa Delfines

Reviewed By Nest_Of_Snakes - Mexico City, Mexico

If you are tired of the standard beaches along the Hotel Zone, visit Playa Delfines, a beautiful and very large beach with fine sand and slightly intense waves located near El Rey archaeological zone. Here, you can rent chairs and beach umbrellas as well as bring your own drinks and snacks. You will also find bathrooms, showers, "palapas" and parking lot, all these services totally free. Here you will also find a beautiful wooden lookout with the colorful "Cancún" sign that appears on many of the city´s postcards and brochures.

8. Xcaret

Carretera Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen 77710 Mexico +52 998 883 3143 [email protected] http://www.xcaret.com/en/
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4.5 based on 43,097 reviews

Xcaret

Xcaret (pronounced eesh - carette )is a must-see destination while visiting Cancun and Riviera Maya, situated only 37 miles from Cancun International. Xcaret," Mexico ’s sacred paradise" was opened in December 1990 as an eco-archeological park where visitors from all over the world can enjoy the splendor of Mexico’s biodiversity and cultural heritage. Attractions: Underground Rivers, Beach, lagoon & pools, Tropical Jungle Trail, Rotating Scenic Tower.

Reviewed By vnicholls84 - Plymouth, United Kingdom

We got the plus passes and included lunch - the Buffett was excellent! We added on the sea trek (absolutely awesome) and the adrenaline speed boat (also excellent) Stay for the show at the end!!! (We upgraded and got the vip seats with the meal too, also excellent) The rivers were outstanding. The only thing I didn’t like and would stop me returning is the captive dolphins. I don’t like seeing this at all. It’s 2019! People need to stop swimming with them and these parks need to let them go. One of the dolphins dorsal fins was ripped in half from constantly having people holding on to it. For an eco park is was shocked at the use of the animals for entertainment. (The sting rays appeared to have had their tails cut off too) It is a beautiful park, transfers were excellent.

9. Mina El Eden

Cerro Grillo, Zacatecas Mexico +52 492 922 3002 http://www.minaeleden.com.mx
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4.5 based on 1,619 reviews

Mina El Eden

This closed mine, extremely prosperous in colonial times, offers tours of the old mining facilities and an underground nightclub.

Reviewed By mikesmythus - Oxford, United States

Put on your yellow hardhat, board the train and disappear into the history that made Zacatetas what it is today.Mina El Eden produced more silver than almost any other mine in Mexico. Inside the mine you'll wonder how people could work under such conditions from 1586 until the 1960s. Of course, many of them were enslaved by the Spanards for hundreds of years. Even with a concrete trail and lots of lighting, one feels the claustrophia of mining. You'll get a small understanding of what was it like for a slave miner to hang from a small seat on a crack in the earth hammering out a chunk of silver-bearing rock. You'll also understand why so many children died while collecting and carrying water throughout the mine. The start of the tour takes you through a wonderful mineral museum that will amaze you with the beauty and creativity of this old rock on which we live.

10. Cenote Azul

Quintana Roo Mexico +52 984 151 9925
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4.5 based on 1,533 reviews

Cenote Azul

Freshwater lagoon perfect for swimming.

Reviewed By mattd72 - Mexico City, Mexico

Great experience. Get there early as it in the peak season it fills fast and they don't let anymore people in. There are changing rooms and toilets, but no lockers. Entrance is 120 pesos. You can rent life jackts for 40 pesos and snorleking equipment (not sure price). There are plenty of different pools to discover, plenty of fish to discover (and they'll happily nibble at your feet!) and a platform to jump off. Great experience.

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