Neighborhood
Playa del Carmen
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Playa del Carmen is a bustling coastal town on the Riviera Maya, centered around the pedestrian-only Quinta Avenida (Fifth Avenue), which is lined with shops, restaurants, and bars. Its main beach, Playa del Carmen, offers soft sand and calm waters ideal for swimming. The town also serves as a gateway to nearby attractions like Cozumel and the ancient ruins of Tulum. Its distinctive appeal is its vibrant, walkable downtown that combines resort-style amenities with a bohemian, laid-back atmosphere.
Don't miss
- Stroll along Quinta Avenida for shopping, dining, and people-watching
- Relax on Playa del Carmen's main beach with its gentle waves and beach clubs
- Take a ferry from the nearby pier to Cozumel for world-class snorkeling and diving
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Playa del Carmen
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inCancun Airport Shuttle to/from Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya4.1★ · 100 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Most bookedHorseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen4.9★ · 1,886 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$120 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Transfer Cancun Airport- Playa del Carmen4.9★ · 78 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$117 per personSee dates →More attractions in Playa Del Carmen