Playacar Travel Guide
Playa del Carmen
Popular places to visit

Xaman Ha Aviary
Enjoy an outing to Xaman Ha Aviary during your stay in Playa del Carmen. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the diving spots.
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
Explore the waterfront of Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and enjoy activities such as diving in Playa del Carmen. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Playacar Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Playa del Carmen at Playacar Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as diving. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mayan Ruins of Playacar
Find out about the history of Playa del Carmen when you spend time at Mayan Ruins of Playacar. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Paseo del Carmen
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Paseo del Carmen during your stay in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha
Enjoy a trip to Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha and popular activities such as diving in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive

Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch

Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid

Playa Del Carmen: Round-Trip Ferry Ticket to/from Cozumel

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

Isla Mujeres Tour with Open Bar Food and Snorkeling
Top hotels in Playacar

Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya - All Inclusive
The room was nice, clean, and comfortable. The staff was okay and generally helpful. Overall, it was a good stay and met our expectations.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Hotel Riu Tequila - All Inclusive
I did not realize when I booked the hotel that it was not beachfront. Though it is just located behind Riu Yucatan, the photos online are most of the Yucatan not the Tequila. Your stay at the Tequila does include the Yucatan beach and pool access s well as lunchtime buffet and all the poolside bars. ...
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Playa del Carmen
All the staff are friendly and willing to help. Large clean spacious room!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Sandos Playacar All Inclusive
Food has increased in quality since last stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hotel Riu Playacar - All Inclusive
Clean room, friendliness, helpful staff, fast check in
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Palmaïa-The House of AïA: All Inclusive Wellness Resort
This resort exceeded our expectations. Food is Michelin quality, wellness programs led by experienced teachers, outstanding service at the restaurants, clean rooms, beautiful white sand beaches. 10 on 10!!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Playacar

Playacar Zona Hotelera
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Zona Hotelera. A stop by Playacar Beach or Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha might round out your trip.

Playacar Fase I
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Fase I. A stop by Playacar Beach or Mayan Ruins of Playacar might round out your trip.

Campestre
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Campestre and surrounding area, you can visit Xplor Theme Park and Playacar Golf Club.

Playa del Carmen Centro
A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

Ejidal
When in Ejidal, you can plan a visit to Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Central Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Calica
While Calica isn't home to many top sights, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Central Square are some notable places to visit nearby.





