Known only as “Playa”, this little fishing village is situated on the Caribbean coast of Mexico. Despite the rapid population grove and the interest of tourists, the residents of Playa del Carmen are determined to keep and maintain their bohemian lifestyle and relaxed pace. In Playa you will enjoy the beautiful scenery, restaurants and all amenities needed for quality vacation.
Expect many wonderful places in Playa del Carmen. With the ferry you can quickly get to Cozumel where you will find not only excellent conditions for diving, but interesting ruins of Mayan settlements. The white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water and abundance of tropical plants remains a trademark of Playa del Carmen.
- Playa del Carmen beach
As you can imagine if a city name contains the word “playa” (beach), there is a big chance it is worth visiting its beaches. Constant sunshine, soft white sands and tranquil Caribbean Sea make conditions prime for being there. There are a wide variety of sandy beaches from which to choose as Shangri-La Beach, Zubul Beach, Mamitas Beach, Tukan Beach and Coco Beach.
Playa del Carmen is in the heart of the Mayan country and is literally surrounded by fascinating archaeological attractions. In fact, Playa del Carmen is part of the Ruta Maya (The Way of Mayas), which connect several of the most interesting sights of the Mayas in Mexico: Xel-Ha, Tulum, Ek Balam and Coba.
With beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters and the large coral reef, located along the Yucatan Peninsula, Playa del Carmen is a paradise for scuba diving enthusiasts, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, etc.
One of the most remarkable attractions of the Yucatan Peninsula are the cenotes. They are entrances to underground natural pools. As a result of exposure to external influences of rock formed basins filled with crystal clear water, stalactites, stalagmites and other rock formations.
La Quinta Avenida, or 5th Avenue is where things happen in Playa del Carmen. This long, almost walking Avenue stretches along the beach and there are different kinds of hotels, restaurants, shops, bars, cafes around the neighboring streets.