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Attractions
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Xcaret Park with Mexico Espectacular Show
Water activities
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Chichén Itzá, Cenote Hubiku & Valladolid with Traditional Lunch Buffet
History & culture
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Tulum Day-Trip Mayan Ruins with Cenote Swim
Classes & workshops
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Cozumel: Chocolate Workshop at The Mayan Cacao Company
Private & custom tours
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Ultimate Chichén-Itzá Experience with Cenote and Valladolid
What to do in Riviera Maya
Popular places to visit
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Xcaret Eco Theme Park
Commune with nature, explore ancient ruins and learn about Mayan culture at this popular theme park, home to a natural underground river.
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Tulum Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tulum Beach, a popular beach in Tulum. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Maroma Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Maroma Beach during your travels in Playa del Carmen? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
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Playa del Carmen Main Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa del Carmen Main Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals.
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Tulum Mayan Ruins
Visit one of Yucatan’s most impressive Mayan ruins, perched high on cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
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Xel-Há Park
Have a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park and see why everyone loves this theme park in Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
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Akumal Beach
Drift away on the gentle currents with turtles and rays at one of the Riviera Maya’s most relaxing beaches.
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Playa Paraiso
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Paraiso might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tulum. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.
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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 top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Riviera Maya
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Downtown Playa del Carmen
If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Quinta Avenida and Playa del Carmen Main Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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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 Playa Paraiso.
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Playacar
Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playacar Golf Club to Playacar Beach – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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Playa del Carmen Centro
A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal and Quinta Avenida.
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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.
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Gonzalo Guerrero
If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.
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