Off The Beaten Path
In Downtown Cancun
Over the last several years, Cancun has grown into a beach city to rival the best in the world. However, many tourists never venture outside the Hotel Zone – a small stretch of land jutting into the Caribbean. Just a few miles inland, permanent residents and informed travelers mingle in the downtown area – known locally as El Centro. Besides offering a peak at authentic Mexican culture, this area is teeming with excellent restaurants and shopping opportunities.