This is our guide to enjoy and experience Riviera Maya to it’s full potential. Each place shown here was specifically chosen for you to have a unique experience as a local…
Top Picks
Island of Cozumel
Snorkel Adventure Have a wonderful experience snorkeling around the island on different reefs enjoying the beautiful weather.
Soliman Bay
The Restaurant @ Hotel Jashita This is a small eco-friendly hotel located in front of a beautiful bay with delicious Mediterranean food.
Xcacal
Beach and Cenote This is a unique beach which is totally deserted. It is a very relaxing place with a cenote within a 5 minute walking distance from the beach.
Akumal (Sea Turtles)
La Buena Vida A nice and laid back ocean front restaurant that serves Mexican food in a mellow environment. A great to place spend a day relaxing.
Xpuha (beaches)
KSM Beach Club kite surf .La Playa Beach Club Al Cielo
Parks and Tours
Xcaret
This park has a bit of everything from rivers, caves, and museums to a unique night show that highlights the best of Mexican culture.
Xel-ha
This park is great if you like to snorkel as most of it’s activities are dedicated to water sports and adventures.
Xplor
This park is perfect if you are looking for a little adrenaline rush. Here, you’ll find park activities that are more extreme such as cliff diving and ATVs.
All Tour Native
You can enjoy a different kind of tour with All Tour Native– it is a company we highly recommend. Each tour has a bit of a cultural side– from architectural ruins to snorkeling and zip-lining each experience includes a Mayan ceremony and a bit of education.
Hertz
Feeling adventurous? Renting a car is a great way to experience Playa del Carmen and beyond as a local. We can help you decide what to do and map out your perfect day without the hassle of a group tour.
Cenotes
Jardin Eden
Enjoy yourself in this outdoor cenote. It is a great place if you wish to feel relaxed and calm.
Cenote Azul
This best cenote for families. Here you can enjoy many rock pools with shallow water where kids can play safely.
Cristalino
Very refreshing and usually pretty quiet.
Tulum
Papaya Playa
A laid back hotel that offers great food, great service and a unique view.
La Zebra
Have a calm lunch in front of the beach. This is a family friendly restaurant but offers late night salsa lessons every Sunday.
Casa Jaguar
This wonderful restaurant is located in the middle of the jungle and offers a culinary adventure.
Gitano Tulum
A Mexican restaurant that is great if you wish to have a wonderful night full of great music.
Hartwood
An exclusive and small restaurant with all-natural cuisine.
Coqui Coqui
A unique property that makes it’s own perfume and scents. Enjoy the beautiful beachfront with a romantic massage.
Towns
Puerto Morelos
This is a very small fishing town filled with local artisans, restaurants and more.
Puerto Aventuras
A very small town with a nice stretch of beach.
Valladolid
A typical Mexican town, rich in culture with authentic local restaurants and a beautiful plaza to stroll around.
Merida
This town is filled with authentic Mexican architecture from the houses to the main shopping streets.
Ruins
Tulum Ruins
This archeological ruin is located in front of the beach, a unique and breathtaking view.
Coba Ruins
Rent a bike and wander around getting to know these ruins that are located inside the jungle.
Muyil Ruins
This archeological site is very small but surrounded by lots of small towns and cenotes.
Chichen Itza
One of the seven wonders of the world– we highly recommend getting to know this capital city of the Mayan World.
