Cozumel Island is a destination that you should certainly consider if you are thinking of spending your holidays either in the Riviera Maya or in any corner of the Yucatan Peninsula. This place has everything you are looking for, both in and out of the water.

This island boasts of having a thousand activities to make the most of your time. That's why we want to suggest a few activities offered here, and depending on your interests and tastes, plus of course, ideal activities depending on who you're travelling with. Here we go!

Things to do in Tulum

• Tour around the historic Cozumel: There is no better way to truly know a place than a walking tour. Explore Cozumel on foot with the company of a knowledgeable guide to recognise the essence of the island. We suggest choosing a guided tour around the centre to observe the areas entrenched in history. Take a walk through the main squares and monuments such as the Dos Culturas, the Mestizaje, as well as the Torre del Reloj, which was the first city hall. This type of tour lasts for 3 hours and has lunch included, making this the perfect option if you are short on time and travelling with children.

• Guided visits to the Mayan Ruins: Like every corner in the south of the country, you will find archaeological zones even in Cozumel, so don't forget to make a note in your itinerary to visit one of these sites, for example, you can select a tour to San Gervasio. This site has the most ancient remnants of the culture, and to reach this site, you will walk on cobblestoned paths to its shrines, temples and palaces in combination with the abundant jungle vegetation. An added advantage is that transportation is included from your hotel in addition to a professional guide. Some tours include snorkelling equipment for a brief and refreshing stop at a beach club and lunch so that you can taste the flavours of the island.

• Gastronomic tour and workshop: For the ones who love food and have a unique palate, an unmissable opportunity is a food tour to taste the exquisite Yucatan/Quintana Roo food in restaurants and houses of locals. These tours will leave you in awe of the flavourful Mexican delicacies. Some tours take you to 3 to 5 different places for tastings, where you can try anything from shrimp tacos to meat empanadas, with drinks and a delicious dessert included. You will be well fed!

On the other hand, if you have a sweet tooth, there are options for you to prepare chocolate using cocoa just like the Mayans. Learn to prepare exquisite sweet dishes with cocoa at chocolate workshops. Just in case you were wondering, yes, they will surely include a tasting!

Enjoy the hidden gems of Cozumel, and of course, don't forget to add snorkelling excursions since the island has the most transparent waters of the Caribbean Sea. Dare to discover a paradise under the surface of the water. We also suggest a boat trip to Punta Sur so you can get to know the coastline and beach clubs of the island more quickly.

Finally, we also recommend that you include in your tour a visit to El Cedral, a small community that will allow you to get to know a little more of the Mayan culture, as it is still inhabited by families whose customs and traditions are deeply rooted.

Travel to the most splendid island of the Mexican Caribbean, Cozumel!