Quick Summary: Playa del Carmen is a popular tourist destination on the very tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. In addition to white sand beaches abutting the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea, Playa del Carmen also sits in close proximity to a number of other interesting ecological and cultural sites, which add to its appeal as a vacation spot. Here are the best things to do in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.


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1. Bel Air Animal Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Co.Cos Culinary School & Catering ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Dolphinaris Riviera Maya Park

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4. Edventure Tours

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5. Exotik Mayan Tours

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6. Explora Mexico Riviera Maya

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7. Gaston Charo

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8. ME Dive Center

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ME Dive Center | Things to Do in Playa del Carmen
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9. Punta Venado Bike Park

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10. Rio Secreto

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11. Riviera Elite Yacht Tours

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12. Xcaret Eco Theme Park

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13. Xplor Park, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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14. Aloha Paddle Club

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Aloha Paddle Club | Things to Do in Playa del Carmen
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15. Aventuras Mayas

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16. Best Maya Tours

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