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Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen

3.9

#2 of 8 in Beaches in Playa del Carmen

Beach · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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Riviera Maya spreads throughout the exotic Yucatan coast, encompassing the most important historical and archeological sites of the ancient Mayas. Providing many diverse activities for everyone's taste, the district treats tourists to local or gourmet cuisine, relaxing spa massages, hikes through jungles, and tunnels of mangroves and natural pits to swim in. Scuba divers will find satisfaction exploring the second longest reef in the world-- the Belize Barrier Reef, and don't miss the Ancient Mayan ruins and pyramids. Work out when and for how long to visit Riviera Maya and other Playa del Carmen attractions using our handy Playa del Carmen trip planner.

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Tours to Riviera Maya

BOOK WITH VIATOR Mayan Ceremonial Night from Cancun and Riviera Maya

4.5

Duration: 6h

Tours from $119 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Riviera Maya Best Deal 3x1: Snorkeling, Zip Lines & Rappel

Duration: 7h

Tours from $177 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Whale shark Ecofriendly tour from Riviera Maya

5.0

Duration: 8h

Tours from $845 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Cancun Best Deal 3x1: Snorkeling, Zip Lines & Rappel

Duration: 7h

Tours from $189 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Riviera Maya

5.0

Duration: 30min

Tours from $275 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Riviera Maya Saving Deal 4x1: Tulum, Zip Lines, Rappel And Snorkel

Duration: 8h

Tours from $200 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Vacation Photographer in Riviera Maya

Duration: 30min

Tours from $275 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Photo Session in Riviera Maya, The best experience.

Duration: 3h

Tours from $205 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Cancun Saving Deal 4x1: Tulum, Zip Lines, Rappel And Snorkel

Duration: 8h

Tours from $213 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Luxury Sunset Cruise from Riviera Maya

4.6

Duration: 3h

Tours from $109 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Cancun Smart Pass 2 Adults 2 Kids for 7 Days

Duration: 168h

Tours from $10 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Xplor Park All-Inclusive with Transportation from Playa del Carmen and Cancun

Duration: 12h

Tours from $185 ›

Riviera Maya reviews

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1,348 reviews

By matt h

We had a blast at this resort. It’s immaculately well kept. The food is great and the campus is large enough to keep you feeling like you. Aren’t trapped. We had a 150 person wedding so it was...

We had a blast at this resort. It’s immaculately well kept. The food is great and the campus is large enough to keep you feeling like you. Aren’t trapped. We had a 150 person wedding so it was... more »
By rtaliwal

Excessive wait. Over an hour after order. No salt. No one go check up and see how we are doing. Not that busy. Never again!!

Excessive wait. Over an hour after order. No salt. No one go check up and see how we are doing. Not that busy. Never again!! more »
By 248stephanies

Be prepared to spend alot of money to eat out at not upscale places. $15 cheese burger & $10 for fries. Just a hole in the wall off fifth. Beach's were very narrow and lots of grass. very smelly.... more

Be prepared to spend alot of money to eat out at not upscale places. $15 cheese burger & $10 for fries. Just a hole in the wall off fifth. Beach's were very narrow and lots of grass. very smelly.... more »