Riviera Maya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Xcaret Eco Theme Park
A wildlife sanctuary, cultural site and theme park in equal measure, a day at this popular attraction is a day experiencing the real Mexico.
Maroma Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Maroma Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa del Carmen Main Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals.
Quinta Avenida
During your visit to Playa del Carmen, you can do some window-shopping at Quinta Avenida. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Ferry to Cozumel
Explore the waterfront in Xcaret with a trip to Ferry to Cozumel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Mamitas Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mamitas Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Activities
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
Playa Del Carmen: Cenote & Mayan Village Tour by Buggy
Xcaret Park Admission with Show and Optional Transportation
ATV, Ziplines & Cenote and Horseback Riding Experience
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park
Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid
Our pick of the best Riviera Maya Hotel Deals
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
The staff service was excellent. The evening entertainment isn’t fantastic but we had fun anyway.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
Our room was dated but clean and the beds were very comfortable. We had lots of hot water and good water pressure. The bars had a good selection and the staff that served drinks around the pool were excellent!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
Great property. Staff was amazing! Fernanda and Christian were wonderful.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive
Overall, we had a wonderful stay. The staff was excellent, and the food was good/very good. There were a lot of options for food. There were different options for pools, e.g. active pool area with music and swim-up bar near the beach and quieter options with poolside service near the back of the ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Our stay at the Ocean Riviera Paradise was great! The resort itself was well maintained, and I liked the feel and set up of the place. The staff was great, and the dining experiences were good. I would say what made our trip exceptional was our butler Alan! He definitely went above and beyond! Any ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
The hotel was exceptionally clean
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riviera Maya
The Fives
The Fives might not have many top sights, but Playa Xcalacoco and Gran Coyote Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Corasol
Though Corasol may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Coyote Golf and Playa Xcalacoco.
Nicte-Ha
While Nicte-Ha may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punta Esmeralda Beach and Gran Coyote Golf.
Maroma
Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen.
Mundo Hábitat
Though Mundo Hábitat may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 28 de Julio Square and Plaza Las Americas.
Luis Donaldo Colosio
If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.
