Cancun Pictures

You could spend your whole vacation lazing along Cancun's white sands. Pola Damonte via Getty Images Getty Images

The main thoroughfare, Boulevard Kukulcán, runs through a collection of hotels, resorts, attractions and beaches. Feliks Wikimedia Commons

The Pyramid of Kukulkan, shown here, originally had 365 steps – one for every day of the year. Steven dosRemedios Getty Images

Some of Cancún's most popular beaches include Playa Tortugas in the north and Playa Delfines on the southeastern side. LUNAMARINA Getty Images

The sun sets over the peaceful waters surrounding Isla Mujeres. chrissy575 Flickr

Military Macaws, sociable parrots well known for their plumes of bright green, can be found in the forests of Cancún. RoFra Wikimedia

One of the best places to find flamingos on the Yucatán Peninsula is in the fishing village of Río Lagartos. a2gemma Flickr

The soft, warm sand and mesmerizing blue water make Cancún beaches, including Playa Tortugas and Playa Delfines, must-visits for tourists. L'Ecolier Wikimedia Commons

Alligators and peacocks make frequent appearances around the resort grounds and golf course of this posh Hilton. a2gemma Flickr

When visiting Chichen Itza, snapping a photo of the iconic El Castillo temple is a must. Kitti Boonnitrod Getty Images

The resident iguanas at the El Rey Ruins create truly unique photo ops. sbossert Getty Images

Look for Chacmool statues in the Temple of Warriors at Chichen Itza. Manuel ROMARIS Getty Images

Playa Delfines sits at one of the highest points in the city and often lacks the heavy crowds found elsewhere in the Hotel Zone. pashapixel Getty Images

Located in the heart of the Hotel Zone, the El Rey Ruins are extremely accessible to visitors, and the site's small size makes it easy to see in a short time. Orchidpoet Getty Images

One of the reasons past visitors enjoyed the El Rey Ruins so much is because of the lack of crowds. Orchidpoet Getty Images

This colorful Cancun sign can be found at Playa Delfines. Iren_Key Getty Images

Visitors say Playa Delfines is beautiful, but you'll need to bring your own drinks and food. LUNAMARINA Getty Images

Travelers have the option to swim with dolphins at the Delphinus Punta Cancun. Vitor Ablio De Sousa Machado / EyeEm Getty Images

If you grow tired of relaxing at Playa Tortugas, you can get your heart pumping at the beach's nearby bungee jumping attraction. LUNAMARINA Getty Images

For stunning coastal views, head to the southern tip of Isla Mujeres. htrnr Getty Images

For a beach day away from the crowds, head to Isla Mujeres. Sven Hansche / EyeEm Getty Images

Travelers love Isla Mujeres for its photo-worthy scenery. Cameron McCoy Getty Images

Playa Marlin offers a broad stretch of sugar white sand to lounge on. LUNAMARINA Getty Images

Recent travelers said that Playa Marlin is a beautiful, public beach, perfect for those who aren't staying in a beachside resort. LUNAMARINA Getty Images

Avenida Kukulkan is Cancun's main artery, traveling through the Hotel Zone and stretching from downtown Cancun running south toward the airport.  LUNAMARINA Getty Images