Facts For The Visitor

Banks and Exchance

The closest banks to Tulum are located in Playa del Carmen. The majority have ATM machines and will issue cash advances on your credit or bankcard. Money exchange is available in Tulum in a Casa De Cambio or money exchange house (No. 27 on the map). Dollars are accepted almost everywhere.

Taxis

There are 2 main taxi stands. It is usually easy to find a taxi for hire in most locations. Prices should be posted and agreed upon before your journey.

Bus Information

2 bus terminals exist in Tulum, one near the Pemex station, open to the public from 9:00am to 18:00pm hrs. The other located in town is open 24hrs. Both provide first and second class buses to many destinations in the country such as: Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Chetumal, Merida, Valladolid, Coba, Mexico City, Palenque, etc. You can also often take a Combi (a local small bus) for trips of short distances.

Long Distance Calls

To call the United States and Canada, first dial 001. For the rest of the world dial 00. For an international operator dial 090 To call other cities in México dial 01, for a Mexican operator dial 020.

Mail / Police

The Post Office is located on the main avenue (No. 36 on the map). Telegraphs are behind the baseball court (#26 of the map). The Police station as well as the library, the Mayor’s office and the office of tourist information are located beside the baseball field (No. 24 of the map).