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Jardín Botanico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín

Botanical Garden

Walk the trails and learn about the various types of plant life found in the Yucatan Peninsula. Monkeys will watch you from the trees and iguanas are everywhere. Wear mosquito spray and bring a water bottle.

outdoors

Address: Carretera Federal Chetumal-Cancún KM 320
Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00 - 16:00, closed Sat-Sun
Price: M$120

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