Quintana Roo coastline overview - Mexico's Caribbean state with ≈ 865 km of Caribbean shoreline of coast

Quintana Roo

Caribbean • Capital: Chetumal•Quintana Roo

Caribbean Coast

Tropical

Snorkeling

Diving

Home to Cancún, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum with pristine Caribbean beaches

Plan Your Trip

42 beaches

Beaches

8 cities

Cities

≈ 865 km of Caribbean shoreline

Coastline

1,857,985

Population

Chetumal

Capital

42,361 km²

Area

About Quintana Roo

Quintana Roo is one of Mexico's coastal states with memorable beaches, local cuisine, and cultural attractions. Explore seaside towns, enjoy outdoor activities, and discover natural wonders throughout the state.

Natural Wonders

Snorkeling

Diving

Cenote Swimming

Best Season

December to April

Major Cities & Destinations

Must-Visit Beaches

Popular Activities & Adventures

Climate & Weather

Avg Temperature

26°C

Dry Season

November - April

Rainy Season

May - October

Local Cuisine

Cochinita Pibil

Ceviche

Sopa de Lima

Getting There

Fly into Cancún International Airport (CUN) or Cozumel (CZM)

State Overview

Climate Type

Tropical

Total Area42,361 km²

Best Visit TimeDecember to April

Nearby Attractions

Chichén Itzá

Attraction

Throughout state

Explore Chichén Itzá and discover the rich cultural heritage of Quintana Roo.

Tulum Ruins

Attraction

Throughout state

Explore Tulum Ruins and discover the rich cultural heritage of Quintana Roo.

Xcaret

Attraction

Throughout state

Explore Xcaret and discover the rich cultural heritage of Quintana Roo.

Cenotes

Attraction

Throughout state

Explore Cenotes and discover the rich cultural heritage of Quintana Roo.

Cozumel Reefs

Attraction

Throughout state

Explore Cozumel Reefs and discover the rich cultural heritage of Quintana Roo.

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State

Yucatán

Mexico

4.6

(1876)

Rich in Mayan culture with colonial cities and cenotes

Mayan Heritage

Colonial Cities