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Discover Playa del Carmen
Activities for all tastes
Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is one of the most popular destinations on the Riviera Maya thanks to its outstanding beaches and its wealth of leisure activities. Right in the heart of Playa del Carmen, just a stone’s throw from the Hotel HM Playa del Carmen, is Fifth Avenue, home to all the best restaurants, shops and clubs. There’s also the option of cultural trips outside the city set among stunning landscapes.
Heavenly beaches
Welcome to the Caribbean
Playa del Carmen boasts the most beautiful beaches in the world. They are long stretches of fine white sand lapped by crystal-clear waters and with an outstanding seabed.
Mayan heritage
Archaeological treasures
Playa del Carmen is home to some of the country’s most valuable Mayan treasures. Discover the jungle, pyramids, cenotes, waterfalls and historic settlements. Visit the popular ruins of Tulum or the archaeological site of Cobá.
Fifth Avenue
Shops and restaurants
The most famous street in Playa del Carmen is Fifth Avenue. It’s the main commercial hub, lined with shops, restaurants and traditional market stalls, where you can find the perfect Mexican souvenir.
Sea and cenotes
Marine paradise
Playa del Carmen is famous for having the second largest coral reef in the world. What’s more, there are many cenotes and natural wells with an incredible underwater ecosystem. Swim among dolphins, sharks, turtles and unimaginable species.
Tours
Venture into the jungle
At the HM Playa del Carmen we can help you arrange several different jungle tours. Unleash your adventurous spirit and explore the Caribbean jungle at ecological parks such as Xcaret, the fabulous Río Secreto and the Aktun Chen Caves.
Swimming with sharks
Sounds hard to believe
Playa del Carmen gives you the chance to swim among sharks. It sounds hard to believe, but at the HM Playa del Carmen we can help you organise this amazing and totally safe experience, in which you’ll be able to interact with this ever-so-feared species. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
Cenotes
Like stepping into a dream
Cenotes are a gift of nature that we’re blessed with here in Playa del Carmen, found at parks such as Xplor or Aktun-Chen. Swim in a cenote and discover sea creatures you’ll never have seen, jump down from waterfalls and marvel at the stalactites. An indescribable experience that you simply have to try out.
Water sports
On heavenly beaches
On the wonderful heavenly beaches of Playa del Carmen you can have a go at activities such as snorkelling, windsurfing, skydiving and sailing. Everything is possible in Playa del Carmen for adventure lovers.
City of traditions
Festivals and events
Traditional events take place all year round in Playa del Carmen, famous the world over for their colour and emotion. And there are also the famous festivals of Playa del Carmen.