The Most Common Tourist SCAMS in Mexico (and how to avoid them)

Planning a trip to Mexico? It’s one of the most beautiful and exciting countries to visit—but like anywhere popular with tourists, there are scams to watch out for. In this video, we expose the most common tourist scams in Mexico so you can protect yourself, your money, and your vacation. These scams happen all over Mexico—from Cancún and Playa del Carmen to Mexico City, Oaxaca, Guadalajara, and Tulum. Whether you're staying at a beach resort or exploring historic towns, these are real scams tourists fall for every day—and we’ll teach you how to avoid them. Scams covered in this video: Taxi overcharges and rigged meters Fake tour guides or “officials” at major attractions ATM skimming and credit card fraud The bracelet or souvenir scam Restaurants switching menus or overcharging tourists Airport and rental car scams Distraction-based pickpocketing in crowded areas