Discovering Tulum

Tulum is made up of three very distinct sections; the Tulum ruins, the Tulum Pueblo (town) and the Tulum beach. Most visitors just make it to the Tulum ruins where they enjoy the history of this famous ruin site. Not to be missed in the Tulum pueblo (town) is set back from the coast, and on Highway 307 just a few kilometers to the south of the ruins. Businesses in the pueblo are diverse and interesting and give Tulum its community feel. Charlie’s restaurant has character and serves authentic Mexican meals. 

Mixik, next to Charlie’s, is a Mexican Folk Art store that is known for its incredible selection gathered from all over Mexico. If you venture onto the back streets, you will see a thriving and active Maya community that is the heart of Tulum. The Tulum beach is to the south of the ruins on the Caribbean coast and home to the cute cabanas, beach clubs and bohemian restaurants that Tulum raves about. It is the cool part of town and sought after by many as the beach is pristine and uncrowded.

Tulum is a thriving and active contemporary Mayan community that co-exists with an increasing international population. This sense of community is felt by those who visit. The main street on the highway leading into the pueblo is an active area, but the side streets have little gems and jewels that should not be missed.

Regardless of where you choose to stay in the ‘Riviera Maya’ you should plan at least a day to visit Tulum, stay wit Procaribe and experience some of the spectacular natural beauty.