What to do in Riviera Maya

Activities, attractions and tours

Riviera Maya showing tropical scenes, boating and a sandy beach
Riviera Maya showing tropical scenes, boating and a sandy beach
Tulum Mayan Ruins featuring a ruin
Ecopark Kantun Chi which includes caves
Tulum National Park which includes general coastal views, building ruins and heritage architecture

Riviera Maya Attractions

Your trip to Riviera Maya is one you will want to repeat again and again. Thanks to low prices and ease of travel, you can make this vacation a yearly getaway. Just make sure to visit all of the top spots to take advantage of all of the many things to do in Riviera Maya.

Some of the best places for a tourist to visit are easily accessible through Riviera Maya tours. These tours vary based upon your particular desires. History lovers can visit the ancient Mayan marvels of Chichen Itza and Tulum. Head with your family to Xcaret, which is part archaeological park and part nature reserve. Enjoy the native animals or float along an underground river.

The greatest attractions in Riviera Maya are those created by nature. If you love adventure, you might prefer Riviera Maya excursions through the jungle or under the sea. Whether you go snorkeling along the coral reef or ziplining through the canopy of the Mayan jungle, you will feel a rush of adrenaline you simply can't experience at home.

Some Riviera Maya activities can be found within walking distance of your resort. Consider taking a cooking class, where you can experience local cuisine or go on a tequila tasting tour to responsibly sample some of Mexico's finest. Riviera Maya has some of the best shopping in all of Mexico with great deals on gold jewelry and art. You can also simply spend your days at the beach soaking up the Riviera Maya sun.

You may wish to get away from the coast and enjoy the island of Cozumel. Though most attraction in Riviera Maya are on the mainland, Cozumel is a must see tourist spot for its many restaurants, clubs, and shopping venues. A big plus is that the island is only a short ferry ride from Playa del Carmen, one of the top beaches on the Riviera Maya map.

Whatever you decide to do in Riviera Maya, you will have a great vacation that you can repeat again and again. Relax and unwind or experience great adventure; anything can be found along the Riviera Maya coast.


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Playacar

4.5/5(96 area reviews)

An upscale resort area with secluded beaches and villas by the sea, Playacar boasts a golf course designed by Robert von Hagge and is just a short drive from downtown Playa del Carmen.

Playacar
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Downtown Playa del Carmen

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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

Downtown Playa del Carmen
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Gonzalo Guerrero

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

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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Playa del Carmen

Riviera Maya

While Riviera Maya isn't home to many top sights, Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Zona Hotelera

Zona Hotelera is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tulum Beach and Playa Paraiso, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tulum.

Zona Hotelera
Cool monument on the beach of Playa del Carmen.

Playa del Carmen Centro

4/5(100 area reviews)

Travelers to Playa del Carmen Centro praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

Playa del Carmen Centro

 

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