Is the Cancún Go City All-Inclusive Pass Plus Worth It? An Honest Verdict and How to Get the Most Out of It
Is it worth it?
- Worth itYes if you'll do Xcaret anyway. The Plus costs $85 more than the standard 2-day pass, and Go City lists Xcaret with the Scenic Tower at up to $149.
- Skip itNo if Xcaret isn't a must. Without it you're paying $85 for nothing.
- Skip itNo if you want Xplor, Xel-Há or several Xcaret parks. Xcaret's own multi-park packages cover those.
- From $274 for 2 days
- Xcaret Park included
- Plus Chichén Itzá and 10 more
What is The Cancún Go City All-Inclusive Pass Plus?
The Cancún Go City All-Inclusive Pass Plus is the standard Cancún pass with one big addition: Xcaret Park admission and the Cancún Scenic Tower. Buy 2-5 days and you get everything on the standard list plus Xcaret.
Xcaret is the Riviera Maya's best-known park, a long day of underground rivers, wildlife and an evening show, which is why it sits on its own, pricier version of the Cancún pass.
The seller advertises savings of up to 50% compared with buying each ticket separately. Realistic only if Xcaret is a definite on your trip.
- Activities
- 12, with Xcaret
- Price
- From $274 (2 days)
- Child (5-11)
- From $204
- Vs standard pass
- +$85 (2 days)
How to get the most value out of The Cancún Go City All-Inclusive Pass Plus
The Plus is the standard pass plus Xcaret, so judge it on one question: would you pay for Xcaret anyway? If yes, the extra $85 on 2 days is the cheapest way in.
| Don't | Do this instead |
|---|---|
| Give Xcaret half a day | Xcaret is about an hour south of the Hotel Zone and open 8:30 am to 10 pm, with its big evening show. It's a full pass day by itself. |
| Put Xcaret and Chichén Itzá on a 2-day pass | That works, but it's two long early starts in a row. A 3-day pass leaves room for a lighter day: the jungle tour or Garrafón. |
| Leave Xcaret before the evening show | The park stays open until 10 pm. Plan to stay for the evening; it's part of your day. |
| Buy the Plus to try Xplor or Xel-Há | Only Xcaret Park is on it. For other Xcaret parks, look at Xcaret's own packages. |
| Head to Xcaret Park without checking how busy it is | Check Xcaret Park's live crowd level on beatthecrowd.co first. If it's busy, do another Cancún sight on your pass and come back later. |
Before you set off for Xcaret Park, check how busy it is right now on beatthecrowd.co. An hour in a queue is an hour of your pass gone.
Check live crowds in Cancun →Who The Cancún Go City All-Inclusive Pass Plus is for
Good fit
- Xcaret plus Chichén Itzá on one trip
- Families: the child Plus is $204 for 2 days
- You'd rather one booking app than separate Xcaret tickets
Skip it if
- You won't visit Xcaret (buy the standard pass)
- You want Xplor, Xel-Há or Xenses too
- You want Xcaret Plus with the buffet and snorkel gear
- From $274 for 2 days
- Xcaret Park included
- Plus Chichén Itzá and 10 more
What the pass covers
The Plus covers the 11 standard Cancún activities plus Xcaret Park and the Scenic Tower. The big ones, with Go City's 'up to' prices:
- Xcaret admission and the Cancún Scenic Tower are what the extra money buys. Go City's listing covers park admission with the underground river tours, the beach and pools and the México Espectacular show. Transport to the park isn't included, and snorkel gear is $10.99 extra.
- Other Xcaret parks aren't included: Xplor, Xel-Há, Xenses and Xoximilco are separate.
The big sights
- Xcaret Park & Cancún Scenic TowerBook a slotUp to $149. Plus only.
- Chichén Itzá day tripBook a slotUp to $143.
- Royal Garrafón, Isla MujeresIncludedUp to $99.
- Columbus Romantic Dinner CruiseIncludedUp to $99. Booking recommended.
- Sunrise wildlife paddleboard or kayakBook a slotUp to $90.
- Coco Bongo Beach PartyIncludedUp to $50.
- Xplor ParkNot includedSeparate Xcaret Group park.
- Xenses ParkNot included
Also on the pass
- Jungle Tour Speedboat & Snorkelling
- Dolphin Encounter in Playa Maroma
- ATV, Zipline & Cenote
- Interactive Aquarium
- Sky Wheel Cancún
- Open Bar at Congo Bar
- From $274 for 2 days
- Xcaret Park included
- Plus Chichén Itzá and 10 more
Pass vs individual tickets
Compare it with the standard pass: the Plus is $274 against $189 for 2 days, so Xcaret costs you $85 on the pass. Against the whole trip, Xcaret (up to $149) plus Chichén Itzá (up to $143) is already up to $292, more than the Plus.
Worked example: Plus vs standard, 2 days
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Day 1: Xcaret Park & Scenic Tower | Up to $149 |
| Day 2: Chichén Itzá day trip | Up to $143 |
| Total separately | Up to $292 |
| 2-day Plus | $274 |
| 2-day standard pass (no Xcaret) | $189 |
- From $274 for 2 days
- Xcaret Park included
- Plus Chichén Itzá and 10 more
Fine print
- Xcaret
- Plus version only; other Xcaret parks aren't included.
- Lengths
- 2-5 days.
- Booking
- Reserve Xcaret and Chichén Itzá in the Go City app.
- Refunds
- Full refund within 90 days of purchase if not activated, and Go City refunds the difference if you don't save.
Is it safe? Where people lose money
- Reassuring: The Cancún All-Inclusive Pass Plus is Go City's own, sold through GetYourGuide.
- Reassuring: Refunds: Full refund within 90 days of purchase if not activated, and Go City refunds the difference if you don't save.
- Watch out: Xcaret is about an hour from the Hotel Zone.
- Watch out: Xplor, Xel-Há and Xenses aren't included.
Where people lose money
| Don't | Do this instead |
|---|---|
| Buy the Plus and skip Xcaret | Then you've paid $85 for nothing. If Xcaret is a maybe, buy the standard pass. |
| Buy an Xcaret ticket on top | Your pass covers Xcaret admission. Reserve your Xcaret day in the Go City app instead. |
| Queue at Xcaret Park at peak time | Check beatthecrowd.co for Xcaret Park's quiet hours before you go. |
Queuing is the easiest way to lose value in Cancún. Check which sights are quiet right now on beatthecrowd.co, starting with Xcaret Park.
Check live crowds in Cancun →- From $274 for 2 days
- Xcaret Park included
- Plus Chichén Itzá and 10 more
Alternatives
Xcaret advertises 20% off its multi-day packages that combine its parks, so price that package against this pass if you'll do two Xcaret parks.
Planning your order and avoiding queues is the simplest way to get full value: see how busy Cancun’s attractions are right now →
- From $274 for 2 days
- Xcaret Park included
- Plus Chichén Itzá and 10 more
FAQs
Is the Cancún Go City Pass Plus worth it?
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Yes if you'll go to Xcaret: the Plus is $85 more than the standard 2-day pass, and Xcaret is listed at up to $149.
Which Xcaret ticket does the Go City pass include?
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Go City lists it as Xcaret Park admission with the Cancún Scenic Tower: the underground river tours, the beach and pools and the México Espectacular show. Transport isn't included, and snorkel gear is $10.99 extra.
Does it include Xplor or Xel-Há?
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No. Only Xcaret Park is on the Plus.
How far is Xcaret from Cancún?
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About an hour south of the Hotel Zone, near Playa del Carmen.
Plus or standard pass in Cancún?
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Plus only if Xcaret is a definite; otherwise the standard pass is $85 cheaper on 2 days.