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ACTIVITIES
Archaeology
On the outskirts of Playa del Carmen, on the Mexican Caribbean coast, stands one of the main archaeological zones of Quintana Roo, just 63 km away from the city. Known as Tulum, it contains the Templo de El Castillo and the Templo de los Frescos where you can admire the wonderful paintings of the Mayan world.
Arts and Crafts
Knitted clothes and the typical colorfully embroidered blouses and dresses of Yucatan are a tradition in Coba, a small village some 105 km from Playa del Carmen passing through Tulum. You will also find decorative objects made of copper and jewels made of semi-precious stones. But Playa del Carmen has several shops where you can buy handicrafts made in other regions of the country.
Beaches
Along the coast bathed by the azure waters of the Caribbean in Playa del Carmen, you can visit some of the beaches on the Riviera Maya, such as Xcaret, a small bay with caves and freshwater cenotes, or limestone sinkholes; Akumal, Xel-ha and Tulum, 63 km away from Playa del Carmen.
Camping
If your visit to Playa del Carmen coincides with a full moon, you could camp on the beach and enjoy one of the celebrations the inhabitants hold in its honor.
Ecotourism
A mere 15 minutes outside Playa del Carmen near the new Puerto Aventuras tourist complex stands an area of natural wells that it is crucial to both the environmental balance of the area and visitors' enjoyment. These pools with their exotic names, such as Cenote Azul, Chacmool, Kan Tun Chi, Zazil-Ha, Sask'alech-Ha, are just waiting to be explored.
Extreme Sports
Extreme sports enthusiasts will enjoy scuba diving in the open seas in the crystal-clear waters of Playa del Carmen. There is a place called Tres Ríos between Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos that is an ecological park specially created for bicycle rides. You can go kayaking on the Pajaros River, where you can admire the mangrove swamps and see a large number of different species of birds.
Golf
In addition to the wide variety of entertainment available in Playa del Carmen, Playacar Club de Golf has a beautiful 18-hole golf course par 72 with a length of 7,202 yards.
Historical Interests
The small, little-known archaeological complexes in the city and its surroundings.
Horseback Riding
In Playa del Carmen, the locals will sometimes rent out horses so that you can enjoy a relaxing tour of the surroundings.
Night Life
If you'd like to spend a pleasant evening, you could stroll down Quinta Avenida, the most famous street in Playa del Carmen that runs parallel to the sea, and visit its many restaurants, bars and cafes. The two best places to dance are El Espiral and El Senor Frogs. If you'd like to have a drink and listen to good music, Captain Tulis, Safari and The Blue Parrot are all excellent choices.
Sailing
The constant coming and going of ferries, hydro-jets and yachts in the marinas located in Playa del Carmen is a highly entertaining, year-round spectacle.
Snorkel & Scuba
In Playa del Carmen, you can go snorkeling and scuba diving on the Great Mayan Reef, located less than 100 meters out from the beach. Alternatively, you can go diving in the caves, which is a great experience.
Water Sports
Playa del Carmen provides an enormous variety of water activities, ranging from swimming on the beach, or more strenuous sports such as windsurfing, sailing or diving in the nearby reefs to going on boat trips or using other types of watercraft.
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