Tulum

A jungle-set coliving stay in Tulum designed for digital nomads, founders, and creatives looking to live and work in community. Fully equipped apartments are paired with shared spaces including a natural coworking area, two pools, hammocks, and relaxed common areas.

A small apartment-style stay in central Tulum offering a handful of fully equipped suites with private bathrooms and kitchens. The property includes a pool and coworking space, making it a practical option for travelers who want a quiet place to stay while working comfortably.

A social hostel-style stay in Tulum offering private rooms with balconies, work desks, and garden or city views. The property centers around a garden courtyard with a pool, sun terrace, open-air relaxation areas, and wellness features like a temazcal and ice bath.

A jungle-set wellness retreat and boutique hotel in Tulum designed around creativity, reflection, and holistic practices. The property blends accommodation with a community space offering daily yoga, workshops, ceremonies, and other wellness activities.

A centrally located apartment-style stay in Tulum offering simple units with full kitchens, air conditioning, and private terraces. The property includes a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace for relaxed downtime between outings.

A modern aparthotel in Tulum’s Aldea Zama neighborhood offering stylish apartments with kitchenettes, balconies, and workspace-friendly interiors. The building features a rooftop pool, sun terrace, and garden spaces for relaxing after a day out.

A small apartment-style stay in Tulum offering rooms with kitchenettes, balconies, and garden or pool views. The property centers around a lush courtyard with a year-round pool and sun terrace, creating a relaxed atmosphere away from the busier streets.

A modern apartment complex in Tulum known for its striking rooftop spaces and expansive jungle views. Units are designed with full kitchens, work-friendly interiors, and large terraces, making them suitable for longer stays or remote work. The building’s standout feature is its rooftop pools.

A modern studio-style stay in Tulum offering apartments with kitchenettes, balconies, and air conditioning. The property centers around a serene garden with an infinity pool and sun terrace, creating a calm setting for relaxing between outings.

A luxury aparthotel in Tulum known for its striking architecture and highly aesthetic design. Spacious apartments feature private plunge pools, full kitchens, and balconies overlooking lush, carefully landscaped spaces. It’s a refined option for travelers seeking an upscale stay.

Perched on cliffs above the Caribbean, the Tulum Mayan ruins are one of the most scenic archaeological sites in Mexico. The temples overlook turquoise water and were once an important coastal trading port. It’s one of the most iconic things to do in Tulum. Read our post.

Hidden in the jungle, the Cobá Mayan ruins are known for their towering pyramids and ancient stone roads called sacbeob. The vast archaeological site can be explored by walking or cycling through the forest. It’s one of the best Mayan ruin sites near Tulum. Read our post.

One of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, Chichén Itzá was once a major Mayan city in the Yucatán. Highlights include the iconic El Castillo pyramid and the Great Ball Court. It’s generally considered the most impressive Mayan ruin site in Mexico. Read our post.

Just north of Tulum, Akumal Beach is one of the best places in the Riviera Maya to snorkel with wild sea turtles. The shallow bay’s seagrass beds attract turtles that can often be seen feeding calmly underwater. Read our post. Photo credit.

The small beach town of Akumal is home to an unexpected collection of colorful street murals. Painted across walls and buildings, many artworks celebrate marine life, Mayan culture, and the region’s connection to the sea. Read our post.

Hidden in the jungle, Holistika’s Art Walk is a winding outdoor gallery filled with colorful murals and installations by international artists. The path moves through tropical forest, blending contemporary art with the natural surroundings. Read our post.

Tulum has a growing plant-based food scene, and a vegan food tour is a great way to explore it. You’ll visit several local spots while learning about regional ingredients and modern plant-based Mexican cuisine. It’s a delicious way to discover vegan food in Tulum.

The Yucatán Peninsula is famous for its cenotes, natural sinkholes filled with crystal-clear freshwater. Around Tulum you’ll find dozens, from open swimming holes to cave cenotes hidden underground. Read our post.

SFER IK Uh May, also known as the City of Arts, is a surreal museum set deep in the jungle outside Tulum. Its flowing wooden walkways and sculptural architecture create one of the most unusual art spaces in Mexico. It was our absolute favorite experience in the area. Read our post.

Located in Tulum’s hotel zone, SFER IK Tulum is the museum’s second location featuring the same organic architecture. It’s a fascinating stop for anyone interested in art and architecture in Tulum. Read our post.

SFER IK Basin, also called Jardín Encantado, is an outdoor extension of the SFER IK project filled with sculptural installations set in lush gardens. The space also hosts a fascinating seed bank focused on biodiversity and preservation. Read our post.

Tulum is home to a growing collection of colorful street art, with murals scattered across town and along the beach road. Many pieces celebrate Mayan heritage, nature, and the region’s connection to the sea. It’s a great way to experience Tulum’s art scene. Read our post.

Just south of Tulum, Bacalar is a laid-back town famous for the Laguna de los Siete Colores, a freshwater lagoon known for its stunning shades of blue. Visitors come to swim, kayak, and relax along the calm shoreline. It’s one of the most beautiful weekend trips from Tulum. Photo credit.

Part of a vast UNESCO-protected nature reserve, Sian Kaʼan offers quiet lagoons, mangroves, and incredible wildlife. Kayaking through its calm waterways lets you explore this unique ecosystem at a slow pace. It’s one of the most unforgettable nature experiences near Tulum. Photo credit.

The Akumal Monkey Sanctuary rescues and cares for monkeys, parrots, snakes, and other animals that can no longer live in the wild. Guided visits introduce the sanctuary’s residents while explaining their conservation work. Photo credit.

One of the most famous cenotes near Tulum, Cenote Dos Ojos is known for its crystal-clear water. Divers come to explore its caverns, stalactites, and glowing blue passages. It’s a spectacular place to experience cenote diving in the Riviera Maya. Photo credit.

Just south of Tulum, Laguna de Kaan Luum is a shallow lagoon known for its striking turquoise water and central cenote. Wooden docks stretch into the calm lagoon, making it a peaceful place to swim and relax. Photo credit.

Hidden in the jungle outside Tulum, Bejil-Ha Ancestral Waters is a small eco-park centered around a sacred cenote and traditional Mayan practices. Visitors can swim in clear freshwater, walk forest trails, and learn about ancestral relationships with water. Photo credit.

Just offshore from Tulum lies the Mesoamerican Reef, the second-largest coral reef system in the world. Divers come to explore vibrant coral formations, tropical fish, and occasional sea turtles or rays. It’s an incredible scuba diving experiences in the Riviera Maya. Photo credit.

The Muyil Mayan ruins are one of the oldest sites along the Riviera Maya, with temples rising above the surrounding jungle. The site was closed during our visit, but it’s still considered a fascinating place to explore Mayan ruins near Tulum. Photo credit.

Our favorite vegan restaurant in Tulum, Suculenta has absolutely amazing tamales. We also enjoyed their oyster mushroom tacos, pozole, silik pak, and fried plantains with beans.

While quite pricey, Raw Love is great for smoothies, smoothie bowls, zucchini pasta, soups, and vegan treats. It's also quite atmospheric and a great place to spend a few hours hanging out.

Tierra is part of Holistika, and a great option for a bite after doing the Holistika Art Walk. You'll find vegan pancakes, chia seed pudding, zucchini pad thai, and some delicious smoothies. We especially enjoyed the vegan guava lassi!

This was our go-to spot for vegan tacos. We've tried almost all of them, and our favorites are alambre de setas (mushroom medley), quelites curry (curried mexican spinach), huitlacoche (corn fungus), and encacahuatado (battered cauliflower in a creamy peanut sauce).

Fully vegetarian, La Hoja Verde has some nice breakfast options. We enjoyed their chickpea omelette.

If you do the experience at SFER IK Uh May which includes a meal at their Jungle Cuisine restaurant, you'll find that there are a few vegan options.