Cancun is a sun-loving paradise located on Mexico’s Caribbean coast where ancient Mayan ruins meet 5-star resorts and the drinks are always cold! But wait, Cancun isn’t just about blue waters and beachy Instagram pics—it’s also home to some of the world’s most insane amusement parks. Think roller coasters, zip lines, and underwater adventures that’ll make you feel like a kid again. Located in the state of Quintana Roo, Cancun has a ton of history from the famous El Rey Ruins to the iconic Chichen Itza, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Looking for your next adventure? From the jungle of Xcaret to the heart-pounding rides at Xplor, amusement parks in Cancun are all set to offer something for everyone—let’s get started!

Situated 25 km in the famous Cancun Hotel Zone, Ventura Park is a family-oriented place offering distinct worlds including Dolphinaris Underworld, Fun World, Grand Prix, Wet n' Wild, and Aaah! Ventura. Kids can have a whale of a time at one of the several play areas. Wet 'n Wild World offers a thrilling Bubble Space Bowl; it is an elevated slide that you plunge down at 30 mph into a massive funnel below. Other rides include a Kamikaze water slide and an expansive wave pool that features 3 ft tall waves.

Xplor is an amazing adventure park situated just south of Playa del Carmen and in Riviera Maya. The attractions here comprise the ground Rivers, fourteen zip lines, and amphibious vehicles. The underground rivers showcase impressive stalagmites and stalactites that date back thousands of years. Hungry? Enjoy a meal at the buffet eatery offering global favorites and an incredible snacks counter that includes tempting beverages, cookies, and refreshing smoothies. 

Xcaret Cancun Adventure Park is packed with Mayan and Mexican attractions, music, nature, and traditions. The park features a beautiful butterfly pavilion, the largest aquarium, an aviary, and zones where you can witness manatees, flamingoes, spider monkeys, and jaguars. If this is not up to your liking, then you can also unwind near the lazy river, swim with cute dolphins, and in below-ground rivers, marvel at ancient Mayan ruins, and spend your day on the beach. For younger individuals, explore the Children’s World, also named Mundo de Niños. There are lively performances hosted throughout the day here, however, the Xcaret's night event, which commemorates Mayan and Mexican heritage, promises a memorable experience and is a must-visit!

Xel Ha offers water lovers the most expansive and gorgeous natural aquarium, other than this, you can witness the beautiful aquatic life, swim in cenotes and grottos, traverse the Mayan structures, explore the floating bridge, bounce off the thrilling Cliff of Courage, and fly kites or ride motorcycles. The park hosts many exhibits and events to keep guests entertained, or visitors can spend their time basking in the sunlight and taking a nap in a tropical hammock.

Situated in Cancun, Pistón Pueblo is a savanna-style park promising a wide selection of thrilling adventures to everyone. Tourists can enjoy exciting rides such as Monster Trucks and ATVs through the forest for zombie hunting and horseback riding, alongside zooming over the park via zip lines. For adventure lovers who are searching for a place to relax, take a refreshing dive in the cenotes, or enjoy a tempting meal at the Grill restaurant.

Selvatica is an adventure park in Cancun Mexico, offering amazing adventures and thrilling activities for outdoor lovers! This park features an incredible selection of rides like the thrilling aqua zip that actually gets you all drenched, an adrenaline-pumping zipline coaster, and a must-try Superman course. You can also experience bungee swings, swim in cenotes, or try a ride in hydro-vehicles through the Madness track. This park has on-site changing rooms and comfy rest zones. Through the park packages, you can also access the heart-racing Tarzania and the sole Jungle Rollercoaster on Earth.

Extreme Adventure Eco Park is an amusement park in Cancun, Mexico, considered to be one of the top destinations for a remarkable adventure! This natural ecological amusement park is situated 15 minutes away from Cancun and promises adrenaline-pumping ATV rides, thrilling zipline tracks, and exciting snorkeling ventures to the famous Mesoamerican Reef Barrier, the world’s second-most expansive reef barrier! You can take in the impressive vistas of the forest tree tops and can hike through the rough terrains.

Xenses serves as one of Cancun’s most distinctive parks with its 15 distinctly styled sections, immersive exhibits, and more than fifty scenarios all set to arouse all of your senses. This park also offers ziplining and swimming in the Salt River, and descending slides.

Garrafon Natural Reef Park has something for every kind of adventurer. At the park, you can try snorkeling in the coral reefs, exploring the underwater world, kayaking, or paddle boarding the clear waters of Isla Mujeres. For the daredevils, zip line over the ocean to soak in the amazing views.

Crococun Zoo in Cancun is a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience. Get face-to-face with different animals, crocodiles, snakes, and monkeys. Hold, feed, and learn about the different species in a safe and guided environment. One of the highlights is to interact with the resident crocodiles, where the expert guides will give you insights about the crocodile-related interesting facts. The tropical setting is super immersive, perfect for animal lovers and families.