Cozumel’s Island Museum offers a geographic view and history of Cozumel in four exhibition rooms. Conceived as an instrument of ecological information and education, it harvests convincing in children and young people on the preservation of equilibrium and its fragile ecosystems.

Room I has an original scale model of the Island, which by the press of a button you can find the most relevant sites. It represents a biographical sketch of the origin and geological evolution of the Island. It also has a plate about the most important aspects of flora and fauna in Cozumel’s Island.

Room II represents the underwater environment where it shows the development of the fragile ecosystem that is developed around the reefs. It emphasizes on the formation of corals, which are the biggest attraction in Cozumel’s Island.

Room III exposes Mayan legacy on us, the development of different time periods, and rescued objects until today. Cozumel’s Island history clearly includes two well-defined episodes: Mayan sanctuary and seat of Ixchel Goddess until the XVI century, and since 1518 when the Spaniard Juan de Grijalva discovers the Island. XVI century ships and Spanish Caravels are represented to scale, in which the conquistadors and pirates crossed the seas.

Room IV is dedicated to the founders of what Cozumel is today. Their efforts and dedication allowed the economic progress and the great tourism destiny of today.

“La Casita Maya” (The Small Mayan House) is a representation of the way of life and ancient customs, and it is watch over by people from Mayan origin.

You will have an unforgettable experience since we always have temporary and permanent expositions by local and international artists. Among the services included we have:

• Bilingual guides
• Bookstore
• Library
• Restaurant
• Internet
• Bathrooms

Entrance fee $3 USD. Free entrance for children under 8 years old. Hours: From 9 A.M. through 5 P.M. 365 days a year. Located on the main street at 3 blocks from the Ferry pier.