Jamie & Manuel’s guidebook
Day trip
Xcaret is a popular day trip. It's large and has lots of things to do and see. There are many animals and the nights show about the history of Mexico is fantastic
1712 locals recommend
Xcaret
Xcaret is a popular day trip. It's large and has lots of things to do and see. There are many animals and the nights show about the history of Mexico is fantastic
Xplor is a fun day trip. It has zip lines, underground rivers and a track to drive ATV/golf carts. It's very natural and is all inclusive. A great day out for those with an adventurous side.
697 locals recommend
Xplor Park by Xcaret
Km 282 Puerto JuarezXplor is a fun day trip. It has zip lines, underground rivers and a track to drive ATV/golf carts. It's very natural and is all inclusive. A great day out for those with an adventurous side.
Dos Ojos is our favorite Cenote. It's a large sink hole, so it's great for snorkeling, diving or just having a swim.
165 locals recommend
Cenotes Dos Ojos
Cenote Jaguar RoadDos Ojos is our favorite Cenote. It's a large sink hole, so it's great for snorkeling, diving or just having a swim.
This is one of the most popular pyramids in the area. It's quite sunny, so remember your hat or take an umbrella.
1362 locals recommend
Chichen Itza
This is one of the most popular pyramids in the area. It's quite sunny, so remember your hat or take an umbrella.
Akumal is a beautiful beach. It's perfect for a day trip. You can also snorkel off the shore and see many fish and turtles. There are restaurant on the beach to enjoy a meal and/or a drink.
416 locals recommend
Akumal
Akumal is a beautiful beach. It's perfect for a day trip. You can also snorkel off the shore and see many fish and turtles. There are restaurant on the beach to enjoy a meal and/or a drink.
Food scene
Nativo has great food for a great price. It has a large selection to choose from. The dishes are quite large, so we like to share. The juices and smoothies are refreshing and amazing. If you are looking for a healthy alternative, this is it!
169 locals recommend
Restaurante Nativo
Mz 26 30 Avenida Nte.Nativo has great food for a great price. It has a large selection to choose from. The dishes are quite large, so we like to share. The juices and smoothies are refreshing and amazing. If you are looking for a healthy alternative, this is it!
El Fogon has awesome tacos. This is one of our first stops when family comes to visit. It has a great variety of dishes. We recommend the 'tacos al pastor'.
406 locals recommend
El Fogon
Avenida ConstituyentesEl Fogon has awesome tacos. This is one of our first stops when family comes to visit. It has a great variety of dishes. We recommend the 'tacos al pastor'.
The coffee and cakes at Ah Cacao are just delicious. There are a few locations on 5th - you can try them all!
416 locals recommend
Ah Cacao Chocolate Café
Calle 30 NorteThe coffee and cakes at Ah Cacao are just delicious. There are a few locations on 5th - you can try them all!
We all love tacos, but if you're looking for a change Cheesters is a great family run restaurant. One of its best features it that it's not on 5th Avenue. The meals are a little pricy, but the portions are huge! We recommend sharing.
114 locals recommend
Cheester Playa del Carmen
40 Av. NorteWe all love tacos, but if you're looking for a change Cheesters is a great family run restaurant. One of its best features it that it's not on 5th Avenue. The meals are a little pricy, but the portions are huge! We recommend sharing.
This is out top pic for seafood. Sometimes you have to wait for a table, but it's worth it. Try the whole fried fish.
214 locals recommend
El pirata
This is out top pic for seafood. Sometimes you have to wait for a table, but it's worth it. Try the whole fried fish.
El Ñero
LB Av Benito JuárezAwesome Mexico City style tacos! Fast service and good prices.
Neighborhoods
The famous Fifth Avenue is a great place to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can also people watch over a coffee or a drink. There's something for everyone - shopping, walking, running, or even getting you picture taken with Spiderman. Fun for everyone!
6 locals recommend
Fifth Avenue
5 Avenida NorteThe famous Fifth Avenue is a great place to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can also people watch over a coffee or a drink. There's something for everyone - shopping, walking, running, or even getting you picture taken with Spiderman. Fun for everyone!
Traveler advice
Getting around
Grab a bike!
Playa also started a bicycle system with bike stations all around the city. It's very easy and cheap to use with the app 'Bici Playa'. You can get a daily, weekly, or yearly pass. It's a great way to see the city, get some exercise or go where you need to go! We are happy to answer any questions you may have about it. We use it every week.