What to do in Riviera Maya

Activities, attractions and tours

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Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes a ruin
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Riviera Maya which includes a small town or village and heritage architecture

Places to Visit in Riviera Maya

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What to do in Riviera Maya


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Playacar

5/5(4 area reviews)

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Quinta Avenida to Playa del Carmen Main Beach – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playacar
Tulum Mayan Ruins showing a ruin

Zona Hotelera

Travellers to Zona Hotelera praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan Ruins.

Zona Hotelera
Cozumel which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
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Riviera Maya

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Riviera Maya and surrounding area, you can visit Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course.

Riviera Maya
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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 Zona Hotelera
Cozumel which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Gonzalo Guerrero

4/5(16 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Gonzalo Guerrero

 

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