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Quinta Avenida

3.8 (24 reviews)

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Sunil R.

This is the touristy area of Playa Del Carmen. Full of bars, souvenir shops, restaurants and clubs. It was super crowded, hot and just not my scene. I can see younger folks enjoying this spot.

Tyler L.

This is the main street in Playa del Carmen with something for everyone. Quinta Avenida is also a pedestrian only street making it a must for those who want to explore this city. You will find many restaurants, souvenir shops, retail stores and shopping malls. The main bulk of the stores are located on the 2 mile stretch starting from the pier at the western end with boats to Cozumel. The store employees can be a little pushy trying to sell you things and it is extremely crowded, so those looking for a quiet secluded vacation should avoid this place. Prices are also higher than if you venture farther away where locals go. However, if you are a visitor who wants to be in the middle of the action, I recommend staying in a hotel close to this street.

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Jon W.

This is a long street that starts on one end of Playa Del Carmen and then ends at the very end where the boat dock is to go to Cozumel. There are plenty of things to see and do here. Lots of tourist every day no matter what day it is or time it is. Plenty of restaurants plenty of stores and plenty of street vendors. It's a great place to stop by and people watch and you can also just walk to the beach which is the next street over. On the north part of the street where it begins, you'll have a lot of local vendors selling things like handmade goods, souvenirs, bikinis, things for dogs. And on the southern part of the street near the end you have more American stores and even a mall at the end. Lots of restaurants as well. The beach here is not as nice as Cancun. The water is not as blue and sometimes there's a lot of seaweed as well. The boat that goes to Cozumel only goes during certain hours of the day so you have to get there early in order to go. The hotels here are a lot cheaper than in Cancun but they are not as big and as fancy as Cancun. It's also cheaper to rent apartments here then Cancún or Tulum. If I were to live here in the Cancun area I would most likely choose to live in Playa Del Carmen since there are always plenty of things to do and see in lots of tourists so it's never a dull moment. There are also a lot of restaurants to choose from so we won't run out of choices. Plus the rent for the apartments is way cheaper than both Cancun and Tulum. So this is another highly recommended place to go and spend the day with your family or a date or your wife.

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Kevin H.

La Quinta Avenida has something for everyone as a one stop shop for tourists. From food to souvenirs, this is where you need to come. Various restaurants, bars, access to the beach, tours, banks, money exchange stores, never ending pharmacies and souvenir stores, and 2 shopping malls located at both ends. 99% of these places accept both dollars and pesos, but I advise you do pesos as much as possible as you get more for your home currency when you pay with pesos. A lot of the places accept credit card, which is the most beneficial when it comes to paying with pesos since your cc company offers you the real exchange rate versus some vendors ripping you off for a lesser exchange rate. But beware, there a lot of tourist traps and people trying to sell your tours, products, or to get you to eat somewhere. There are even people trying to sell you drugs in broad daylight and the cops are near them and don't do anything to them. Best advice is to say "no gracias" and keep it going! Taxis to the northern end are in a cheaper zone compared to the southern end, about a $7-10 USD difference to the hotel zone near Mayakoba.

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Nina R.

Modern, well built up dining and shopping area. Nice restaurants and shops for souvenirs. The business workers are a bit pushy and agressive since everyone wants your business. It's as though they are yelling and bidding at you. Once you ignore them nd keep walking its ok. There are stores like H&M, Sephora, stores from US are there as well. Night clubs for dancing, hooka bars too.

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Marcel S.

After looking at pictures, I thought that this place was not really worth checking out. Well I was wrong. This was one of my favorite parts of Playa del Carmen, especially since it runs parallel with the beach. Even the next street over is a nice walk, 10th avenue. La Quinta avenida definitivamente vale la pena! (It's definitely worth checking out.) There are so many shops, stores, and restaurants. If you're black, white, or Asian: If you can pass for being of partial or full African descent, you might be offered drugs during the evening. After seeing it several times, I asked one of them why they profile blacks as if they all do drugs (in Spanish); he didn't know what to say. Also, you most likely won't be approached as much to buy a bunch of souvenirs. If you're white, you're a magnet to souvenir sellers. If you're Asian, well, I didn't really see any Asians, nor eastern Indians. Everyone else pretty much ambiguously passes for Latino, especially since a Latino can have multiple ethnic backgrounds from any part of the world.

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Robbie C.

As crazy as Vegas, this is a must if you are in playa! No cars allowed, makes this a perfect Mecca for strolling. You can bar hop or shop til you drop. Just know it will be crowded and the locals will make their best attempt at luring you to buy stuff you probably don't need or want. Cuban cigars are a biggie here as well as all those Mexican trinkets you don't have use for. FYI, all those items can be found much cheaper at the local Walmart. There are many eateries, cafes, etc. lots of high end trendy spots as well as bargain eats. Saw lots of Italian as well as authentic Mexican restaurants. Literal definition is fifth avenue and it runs parallel to the beach. For better local eats, check out a few blocks up and you will find where the locals eat.

Tay T.

Great street to walk around at night. It takes about an hour and half to fully see everything on this street. It's a gorgeous street full of restaurants, shops, bars, and night clubs. At night it takes on a beauty that is just so reminiscent of a tropical island. The hut style restaurants are so romantic and the beach being a stone's throw is just so beautiful. Tons of good restaurants line this street as well as unique stores and tons of souvenir shops. You'll also find some chain stores, a Starbucks, and a McDonald's as well. There's a couple of shopping centers along the street and a beautiful small church at the end.

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It's a great place to stop by and people watch and you can also just walk to the beach which is the next street over.

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Zona Arqueológica de Cobá - Steele (10/2024)

Zona Arqueológica de Cobá

4.8(85 reviews)
70.9 km

Climb the pyramid! This ancient Mayan archaeological site…read moreis a wonder! They don't let tourists climb the pyramid in Chtizinitza anymore (Thanks, Justin Bieber!) But you can climb this one! Plus, this one is taller! Arriving here, the parking is quite a ways from the ruins. But for a small charge, you can either rent a bike (it's flat) or pay some guy in a Mayan Limousine (rickshaw) to peddle you out there. We opted for the latter. The guy stopped along the way and pointed out fun facts and things that we'd have otherwise completely missed. Climbing the pyramid was wonderful! The stairs were all kinda helped along by the local authorities with handrails and wooden beams to help make things level and stable. There's some really cool rock carvings of their gods, and be sure to check out the ball court! Still, in the floor are the carvings of the skull and the jaguar! Whoa. These are some of the best preserved ruins I'd seen! Loved it! Watch out for snakes. There was a little tourist shop where you can get magnets, postcards and fun stuff to take home. It was low pressure shopping.

Cobá... this is the Mayan ruins that stands above and beyond all others I have visited including…read moreChichén Itzá and Tulum; simple put, it's special. Within the ground/park, we had a guide for the beginning where we viewed various parts of the ruins including multiple pyramids and some ecological interests and some very interesting games that were played by the Mayans called Pok-ta-Pok; if what was described is true, then the games are interesting but also very disturbing as they sometimes sacrifice the captain of the loosing team (sacrifices are typically by beheading). To get to the highlight of the ruins, it is quite a hike but you can use the numerous tricycle taxis. Our first time back in 2016 we took advantage of the taxi and had a 15 year old kid named Wilbur bring us to Nohoch Mul Pyramid. The more recent visit, we took the longer walk/hike. This pyramid is the largest of the mayan ruins and up until 2021 you could climb to the top; or I should say, you can "TRY" to climb to the top. The pyramid appears to look like a stairway but let me tell you, it is NOT and it is challenging. Instead of a handrail, you have a thick, heavy rope clipped to the stairs, so you are hunched over like an ape to use it. Typical stairway in a home are 7 / 11 (each step is 7 inches high and 11 inches deep); the pyramid is not like this... all are much higher and some are considerably higher than others and they are not uniform so it's hard to get any kind of rhythm. About half way up, you must look into the distance and you'll be pleasantly surprised with a view of the top of the forest canopy. I never continued higher but at the top there is a level, open area to walk (or in some cases, a place to gain your composure and catch your breath as going down is definitely not easier). Coba is an amazing experience by stepping into the same footsteps as this ancient civilization.

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Zona Arqueológica de Cobá - Maya Baukunst (11/2024)

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Zona Arqueológica de Tulum - Architecture

Zona Arqueológica de Tulum

4.4(236 reviews)
61.3 km

Tulum was a pre-Columbian, walled Mayan city that is located on a cliff on the Yucatán Peninsula…read moreoverlooking the Caribbean Sea. It was inhabited from the 13th to 15th centuries and played an important role in defense and trade. My husband and I toured the Tulum ruins with a tour guide. The site was walkable, although the weather was very sunny and hot. We saw the structures El Castillo, a castle overlooking the beautiful shore; the Temple of the Frescoes, which has wall murals; the Temple of the Descending God; Casa del Chultun; and many others. The ruins were roped off, so we could see them only from a distance and not touch them, but they still looked impressive and interesting. We also enjoyed seeing wildlife such as iguanas. We have visited other Mayan ruins in Mexico and in Belize, and in comparison, I do recommend visiting Tulum.

Our 2nd time to Tulum Ruins was great! We joined a tour this time and enjoyed it. Our guide was…read moreknowledgeable and very accommodating when questioned. We went on a March weekend and was surprised it was not crowded which was great. I would love to come back during sunset next time - the dramatic scenery, combining ancient ruins with a beautiful beach and the ocean view, will definitely be worth it!

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Zona Arqueológica de Tulum - Peeking through the jungle

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Zona Arqueológica de Tulum - Looking directly into the sun with obsidian glass, like how the Mayans did it. Mayan ruins. Zona Arqueológica de Tulum, Parque Nacional.

Looking directly into the sun with obsidian glass, like how the Mayans did it. Mayan ruins. Zona Arqueológica de Tulum, Parque Nacional.

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Sitio Arqueológico de San Gervasio

Sitio Arqueológico de San Gervasio

4.2(24 reviews)
27.4 km

Alright, here's what you need to know about this historic site…read more There are some really interesting things about this site, the longest Mayan Road, the arch for the gate, and some of the buildings are also fantastic. Even if they were rebuilt to some degree, they are pretty cool to checkout. There are plaques around the sites that explain things, but a guide will definitely help you time things better and keep you moving a little better. As far as historic sites go, I would give it a ~7/10, there is some interesting things to see, but limited. As other people have said, this feels like a scam in a couple places. The fact that you have to pay two separate entrance fees, then get solicited for a tour guide and pictures. But that's not too bad all things considered. A few tips, form your own group if you must, but the tour guide is per Group, not per person. Pack your own bug spray. Bring water. One of the entrance fees is cash only, so bring some cash too. As with all historic tours, it doesn't hurt to fact check. There were a few liberties taken with some details.

Chichén Itzá is a blockbuster; San Gervasio is an indie film with more heart…read more When you think of Mayan ruins, you probably picture the soaring temples of Chichén Itzá or the dramatic cliffs of Tulum. Cozumel doesn't have those giants -- but it does have San Gervasio, and if you're stepping off a cruise ship and want history without a full-day bus ride, this is a must-visit. San Gervasio was the island's most important Maya site, dating back to around 300 AD. It wasn't a military fortress or a massive city -- it was a sanctuary dedicated to Ixchel, the Maya goddess of fertility, love, and the moon. Women from across the Maya world would travel here on pilgrimage, offering gifts and prayers to Ixchel. That makes these ruins less about war and kings, and more about family, spirituality, and daily life. The site was rediscovered in the 19th century by explorers and archaeologists cataloguing Cozumel's Maya heritage. Unlike mainland ruins, San Gervasio's structures are smaller, smoother, and more subtle -- but they tell stories just as powerful. What You'll See: * The Temple of the Hands (Las Manitas): named for the tiny red handprints still visible on the walls, believed to have been left by the temple's ancient inhabitants. It's eerie and beautiful at the same time. * Several plazas, temples, and causeways (called sacbeob) connecting the structures. They may not tower over you, but they whisper a quiet history of community and ritual. * Nature everywhere -- iguanas sunbathing on stones, jungle paths that make you feel like you're uncovering something hidden. Walking San Gervasio feels different than bigger ruins. It's intimate, personal, almost contemplative. Instead of being overwhelmed by sheer size, you're struck by the human scale -- families, priests, women on pilgrimage. You can almost imagine what it felt like to arrive here centuries ago, carrying offerings to the goddess. Cozumel doesn't have skyscraper pyramids, but it has temples where women prayed to the moon. San Gervasio may not wow you with towering pyramids, but it delivers something more meaningful: a glimpse into everyday Maya life and their devotion to Ixchel. For cruise passengers, it's the perfect ruin excursion -- accessible, fascinating, and filled with stories etched into stone. If you want to truly touch Cozumel's past, this is where you start. San Gervasio isn't about conquering empires -- it's about connecting to something bigger. Watch out for Mosquitos. Pay the 1.00 for a spray down of off before your tour. Support the local economy.

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Sitio Arqueológico de San Gervasio - You have to take a photo with the actor before you can pass through. January 2025

You have to take a photo with the actor before you can pass through. January 2025

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