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Fun on the Land

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On Isla Mujeres, there is much to do without getting wet! There are many small craft stores tucked between the hotels and restaurants, fine jewelry and clothing stores and souvenir shops at almost every corner. You can explore the island on a moped or golf cart and visit the various points of interest listed below. 
There is something for everyone on Isla Mujeres!

  Garrafon Natural Reef Park Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Garrafón Park is named for an incredible reef formation, part of the longest reef in the hemisphere. There are gift shops, restaurant and snack bars, bathrooms with showers and dive shops. The entrance fee gives you full use of the facilities,lLockers, towels and snorkel gear are additional charges. The park also offers guided tours to Punta Sur and the "Blue Eye Cave", Zip line flights and Caribbean Bungee jumping. A great way to spend the day and well worth the entrance fee! Garrafón Park is located on the south end of the island facing Cancun.

www.garrafon.com 


Isla Mujeres is the ancestral hatching ground for the giant sea turtles who lay their eggs in the soft sand every May through September. For many years the sea turtles were killed for their meat and shell and their eggs dug up for food. They are now federally protected. The eggs are placed in pens to keep them safe from predators and the newly hatched turtles are placed in tanks until the are released into the wild by the local school children.

The Isla Mujeres Turtle Farm is located on Sac Bajo. Entrance fee is $30 pesos.
Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  Tel: 877-0595 

At the tip of the south end of Isla Mujeres is the Mayan temple dedicated to the Mayan Goddess Ixchel, the Mayan Goddess of Fertility. For centuries, Mayan women came to Isla Mujeres on yearly pilgrimages to seek her help. The temple was also
used to send signals to the mainland. Partially destroyed by Hurricane Gilbert in 1988, the Mayan temple and the surrounding area has recently been renovated.

The Lighthouse keeper occasionally will allow visitors to climb to the top (remember to tip) there you will see the most spectacular
view of Isla Mujeres.


Hacienda Mundaca originally covered almost forty percent of the island. Built by Fermin Mundaca after he "retired" from pirating and slave trading around 1858, the hacienda was surrounded by magnificent gardens including the solar clock garden called "The Rose of the Winds". Mundaca dedicated his hacienda to a local beauty, 37 years younger then himself, known as "La Triguena" (the brunette). The arches above the gates were known as "The Entrance of the Triguena" and "The Pass of the Triguena". His dedication was in vain, she married a man closer to her own age and
as legend tells it, Fermin Mundaca slowly went insane and died, alone in Merida. His empty tomb still awaits him in the Isla Mujeres cemetery. Carved by his own hands are the skull and cross bones, in memory of his pirating days and the words meant for his love,
"As you are, I was. As I am, you will be".

Today, the Hacienda's remaining structures, gardens and pathways are being restored and recently a small zoo has been added. You will see monkeys, various birds, crocodiles, pythons and even a Jaguar. The entrance fee is $10 pesos and well worth a visit. The best time to go to Mundaca is in the morning before it gets too hot. Remember to wear bug repellent for the mosquitoes


The Cultural Center of Isla Mujeres was built
by the efforts of Mrs. Josefa Adame Solís, a beloved teacher who helped the people of Isla Mujeres widen their knowledge and culture. Located on Ave. Guerrero overlooking the Caribbean, the Casa de la Cultura is host to frequent activities for children, music, art and dancing classes, as well as a library that has several shelves of paperback books in English.


Isla Mujeres is home to many workshops and retreats every year.  The Na Balam Hotel host several and t
here are also classes offered at the Casa de la Cultura and The Red Cross. 

Sabina at Soñadores del Sol offers readings, visit her between 11 AM and 2 PM at #9 Av. Juárez.

Elements of the Island offers morning and evening yoga classes. Located on Av. Juarez in downtown Isla Mujeres.

Spanish Classes at the Instituto Ixchel - Whether you are here for a few days, or are planning a longer stay, Laura Hernández offers Spanish classes designed to meet your needs. Practical and fun, these classes will help you learn Spanish you can use in Isla Mujeres and in your future travels! Private and group classes available.  E-mail Laura at: ixchelinstitute@hotmail.com 

  Massage

Isla Mujeres is home to several massage therapists. Treat yourself to at least one massage while you are here.
For more information visit their web pages.


Mary Ann Burns-Gaitan 



Amigos
Tabacco Store
Av. Hidalgo

Anchor Sportwear
Resort clothing
Av. Juárez

Andale Batik
Batik clothing
Av. Hidalgo

Artesanias Market
Vendors selling their crafts
Av. Matamoros

Artesanias Arco Iris
Arts and crafts
Av. Juárez

Artesanias Azteca
Arts and crafts
Av. Juárez

Bahia Dive Shop
Swimming, snorkeling & scuba gear
Av. Rueda Medina

Beach Company
Resort clothing
Av. Hidalgo

Body Map
Clothing & beachwear
Av. Morelos

Caribbean Colors
Resort clothing
Av. Morelos

Casa del Arte Mexica
Arts and crafts
Av. Hidalgo

Casa Isleño II
Custom painted t-shirts
Av. Guerrero

Cosmic Cosas
Books, gifts and cafe internet
Av. Matamoros

Crazy Cactus
Arts and Crafts
Av. Rueda Medina

El Coral Negro
Arts and Crafts
Av. Matamoros

El Grillo
Artesanias
Av. Juárez

Gomar Boutique
Clothing, beachwear & Gifts
Av. Rueda Medina

Gold and Silver
Fine Jewerly
Av. Hidalgo


La Sirena
Arts and Crafts
Av. Hidalgo

Omega Photo and Gift Shop
Film development and gifts
Av. Rueda Medina

Pancho Villa
Arts and Crafts
Av. Abasolo

Paulita's
Arts and crafts
Av. Morelos

Plaza del Sol
Arts and crafts
Av. Hidalgo

Poco Loco
Resort Clothing
Av. Rueda Medina

Rachat & Rome
Fine Jewelry
  Av. Medina

Sea Hawk Divers Shop
Swimming, snorkeling & scuba gear
Av. Caros Lazo

Soñadores del Sol
A Spiritual Giftshop
Av. Juárez 

Tlaxczlteca
Arts and Crafts
Av. Hidalgo

Tobacco & Co.
Cigars
Av. Hidalgo

T-Shirt Club
T-Shirts
Av. Juárez

T-Shirt Corner
T-Shirts
Ac. Hidalgo

Van Cleef & Arpels
Fine Jewelry
Av. Morelos & Juárez

Vicky's Store
Swimwear
Av. Hidalgo

Wayan Natural Wear
Resort Clothing
Ave. Rueda Medina


The most common mode of transportation on Isla Mujeres is by foot. You can easily walk everywhere in the downtown area but to see the entire island rent a bike, moped or golf cart.

Cárdenas Rentadora
Mopeds & Golf Carts
Av. Guerrero

Caribe Rent
Mopeds & Golf Carts
Av. Guerrero

Ciro's Rentadora
Mopeds & Golf Carts
Av. Guerrero

David's Bikes for Rent
Bikes & Mopeds
#15 Av. Rueda Medina

El Sol Rentadora
Mopeds & Golf Carts
Av. Madero

Gomar's Rentadora
Golf Carts and Hotel Special!!
Av. Rueda Medina

Moto Rent Kan-Kin
Bikes & Mopeds
#15 Av. Abasolo

Pepe's Moto Rent
Mopeds & Golf Carts
#19 Av. Hidalgo

Prisma Golf Cart Rentals
with discount coupon!

Golf Carts
Av. Rueda Medina

Rentadora El Zorro
Bikes & Mopeds
#7  Av. Guerrero

Rentadora Maria Jose
Bikes & Mopeds
#21 Madero

Bicilandia
Bikes
Av. Abasolo

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