Tulum Beaches

The best beaches from Cancun to Tulum, north to south: Playa Delfines, Puerto Morelos, Maroma, Punta Esmeralda, Xpu-Ha, Akumal, Xcacel and Tulum’s free Parque del Jaguar beaches.

From the iconic ruins beach to the crystal-clear waters of Gran Cenote, Tulum delivers Caribbean beauty alongside real challenges like sargassum seaweed. This guide covers the best beaches, the cenotes worth swimming, and where to find $2 tacos in the pueblo.

Tulum balances high-end beach clubs charging $50-100 minimum spends with world-class cenotes where entry costs under $15. This guide separates the worthwhile from the overpriced across both categories, with specific costs, timing tips, and directions.