Fodor's Expert Review El Cedral

Spanish explorers discovered this site—once the hub of Maya life on Cozumel—in 1518, and in 1847 it became the island's first official city. Today, it's a residential community with small, well-tended houses and gardens. Conquistadores tore down much of the Maya temple, so there's little in the way of actual ruins apart from one small stone arch; if you're in the market for souvenirs, however, vendors around the main plaza display embroidered huipil blouses and hammocks. Kun Che Park, just past the village, offers an interactive tour of the Maya lifestyle.