Location: Playa del Carmen
Top Things to do in Playa del Carmen
10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Playa del Carmen That You Shouldn't Miss
Playa del Carmen is one of the top diving destinations in the world, thanks to vibrant sea life and dazzling underwater caverns. On dry land, Playa is a hipper and more modern version of the fishing village it once was. Spend some quality time on the golf course or wave hello to the playful spider monkeys at The Jungle Place sanctuary. Explore the ancient ruins of the Coba Mayan Village, or get in some quality people-watching as you shop and stroll along 5th Avenue.
Restaurants in Playa del Carmen
1. Tulum and Cenote Day Trip from Cancun and Riviera Maya
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Go on an wonderful day trip and enjoy a guided tour of Tulum to then go swimming and snorkeling in an underground world famous cenote "CHAAKTUN" near the archaeological site. You will experience two of the most exciting activities in the Yucatan Peninsula, all in one day.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in a A/C vehicle, Professional guide, Guided tour and free time in Tulum, 50 minutes in the cenote "CHAAKTUN" (life jackets available), Water, soft drinks and beers
Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages, Photo or video services, Other activities at Tulum or at the Cenote, Gratuities, Souvenirs
Reviewed By jasminer880
They cancelled my transportation the day of. I found out when I got off the plane and had to pay $80 for a taxi.
2. Bacalar Muyil
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
It is unique ecotour. You will get to know magical places in Mexico within planty of turists. Wild archeological site and Bacalar lagoon „the place where the heaven is born”.
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions:
Reviewed By agatak312
A lot of fun ???? a perfect time and lovely memories ???? We recommend Paulina ???? Everything is professional
3. Discover Tulum & Coba with a delicious gourmet beachside lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
WE ARE THE NUMBER ONE tour operator in all the Riviera Maya ON TRIP ADVISOR check out our reviews!!!!! • Private tour. • Enjoy at your own pace. • Private air-conditioned vehicle with pick up and drop off at your hotel or rental home. • Enjoy Tulum Archaeological site with a "Living Dreams Mexico" private guide. • Climb to the top the tallest pre-Columbian structure in the northern Yucatan (not mandatory). • Journey on bicycle or bike taxi (included) • Gourmet beachside lunch in the powdery white sand beaches of Tulum. • All included (entrances, on board the transportation soft drinks, beers, water, snacks). • The most talented and passionate guides in the region. • Secluded Locations. • No gimmicks, No upsells. • Photos during your expedition are a courtesy from Living Dreams at the end of your day.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Beverages, Lunch, Snacks, Live commentary on board, All activities, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Photography, Round-trip private transfer, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks in restaurant
Reviewed By beachnuttylaura
I was referred to Living Dreams when I was inquiring concerns regarding a different company. I am so happy I was referred to Living Dreams! We booked 2 tours with them... The Coba Jungle Tour and Cenotes, and the Underground River Tour and Turtle Snorkeling. We had Hector as our guide and enjoyed him so such we requested him as our guide for our second tour. These are private tours so you are not rushed and they go to less crowded sites which makes each experience more memorable and pleasurable! They helped us design our tours based on our likes and desires and I must say every place they suggested and took us to exceeded our expectations! This company is very professional, honest, and have a wonderful staff working for them! I recommend you book all your tours Living Dreams you will not be disappointed :-)
4. VIP Tulum Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
- Deep clean and sanitize van and equipment (done for every tour). - VIP Private Tour. Just for you. - Avoid the crowds. - Open the Fortress & avoid the midday heat. - Admire the only Mayan ruins facing the Caribbean Sea. - Jump & refresh in an open sky Cenote. - Feel the crystalline cold water of the underground rivers in your body. - Explore a cave. - Eat the best fresh ceviche in the Riviera Maya from local fishermen restaurant. - Everything is done at your pace. No rush. - Customize the schedule if you want.
Inclusions: Certified archeological guide., English speaking local expert all day., Entrance fee to the archeological site., Professional and disinfected premium snorkel equipment., Open Cenote entrance fee., Cave & Underground River entrance fee., Free time in all activities., Private Transportation., Air-conditioned vehicle. , Cold bottled water all day.
Exclusions: Don’t forget your towel & swimsuit., Don’t forget comfortable shoes., Don’t forget a good sunscreen., Not included - Lunch at a Local Restaurant (optional)., Not included - Tips (optional)
Reviewed By ZestyChic
Fantastic tour!! Damien promptly responded to all our tour related questions. He communicated well and provided great background on our ride to 45 min drive to Tulum. Joel was an amazing tour guide for The Tulum ruins and 2 Cenotes we visited. He is so passionate and proud he is of his heritage. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and provided great history facts and old photos of the Mayans ruins in all their glory. He was cheerful, fun, polite, professional and helpful along the tour. He’s a gem on this tour. He also had great recommendations for the best photos along the tour. He swam with us in the Cenote underground cave and pointed out places to check out or avoid as we snorkeled. He’s a genuinely positive and happy-go-lucky guy. He drove us to the beat keep secret Cenotes and the did not disappoint! They were truly beautiful and magical. We were the only ones at the Taak no-ha Cenote underground cave and it was truly a special experience to swim and snorkel there. The second Cenote was a swimming hole with some diving planks (Xunaan-ha). Also very fun. Both were pretty chilly water - but definitely refreshing after walking the ruins in 90’. Thanks for sharing your beautiful secret spots- Cenotes with us! This private tour was so worthwhile. We got to go at our own pace, take our time and enjoy our day. The owner, Damien followed up with us to confirm we enjoyed our tour were happy customers. You can tell they love what they do and they do it well. We would highly recommend this tour company!
5. Chichen Itza Private Tour with Sacred Cenote
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 362 reviews
WE ARE THE NUMBER ONE tour operator in all the Riviera Maya ON TRIP ADVISOR check out our reviews!!!!! • Private tour • Enjoy at your own pace • Private air-conditioned vehicle with pick up and drop off at your hotel or rental home • Enjoy Chichen Itza archaeological exploration with a "Living Dreams Mexico" private guide • Sacred Cenote swim • Colonial city Valladolid • The most talented and passionate guides in the region • Secluded Locations • No gimmicks, No upsells, No Souvenir Shops • Included: entrances, archaeological federally licensed guide, parking fees, toll road (if applicable), soft drinks, beers, water, snacks • Photos taken during your expedition are a courtesy from Living Dreams • Although we do not include lunch, you can request free time at no additional cost. Consult with your knowledgeable guide about the many culinary options colonial Valladolid has to offer. We are sure that you will be provided with the option that best suits your tastes and interests
Inclusions: Private tour with professional archaeological licensed guide, Local taxes & National Park fees, Soda/Pop, Bottled water, Beverages are provided inside your vehicle, Private transportation, Round-trip transportation from all hotels in Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Snacks, Free time if desired
Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (In restaurant) * Only included on board vehicle., Feel free to request free time at no additional cost. Consult with your knowledgable guide about the many culinary options colonial Valladolid has to offer.
Reviewed By beachnuttylaura
I was referred to Living Dreams when I was inquiring concerns regarding a different company. I am so happy I was referred to Living Dreams! We booked 2 tours with them... The Coba Jungle Tour and Cenotes, and the Underground River Tour and Turtle Snorkeling. We had Hector as our guide and enjoyed him so such we requested him as our guide for our second tour. These are private tours so you are not rushed and they go to less crowded sites which makes each experience more memorable and pleasurable! They helped us design our tours based on our likes and desires and I must say every place they suggested and took us to exceeded our expectations! This company is very professional, honest, and have a wonderful staff working for them! I recommend you book all your tours Living Dreams you will not be disappointed :-)
6. VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 87 reviews
- Deep clean and sanitize van and equipment (done for every tour). - VIP Private Tour. Just for you. - Avoid the crowds & the midday heat. - Shortest travel time (Toll highway). - VIP Access (no lines). - Be one of the firsts to arrive & take the best pictures. - Stay as long as you like in the archaeological site with your certified guide. - Jump & refresh in an amazing open sky Cenote. - Everything is done at your pace. No rush. - Customize the schedule if you want.
Inclusions: Certified archeological guide., English speaking local expert all day., Toll highway (shortest travel time)., Entrance fee to the archeological site., Lunch buffet at Ex-Hacienda Mayaland., Open Cenote entrance fee., Visit to Valladolid Colonial Town., Free time in all activities., Private Transportation., Air-conditioned vehicle. , Passenger insurance., Cold bottled water all day.
Exclusions: Don’t forget your towel & swimsuit., Don’t forget comfortable shoes., Don’t forget a good sunscreen., Not included – Drink at the Buffet. , Not included - Tips (optional)
Reviewed By ZestyChic
Fantastic tour!! Damien promptly responded to all our tour related questions. He communicated well and provided great background on our ride to 45 min drive to Tulum. Joel was an amazing tour guide for The Tulum ruins and 2 Cenotes we visited. He is so passionate and proud he is of his heritage. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and provided great history facts and old photos of the Mayans ruins in all their glory. He was cheerful, fun, polite, professional and helpful along the tour. He’s a gem on this tour. He also had great recommendations for the best photos along the tour. He swam with us in the Cenote underground cave and pointed out places to check out or avoid as we snorkeled. He’s a genuinely positive and happy-go-lucky guy. He drove us to the beat keep secret Cenotes and the did not disappoint! They were truly beautiful and magical. We were the only ones at the Taak no-ha Cenote underground cave and it was truly a special experience to swim and snorkel there. The second Cenote was a swimming hole with some diving planks (Xunaan-ha). Also very fun. Both were pretty chilly water - but definitely refreshing after walking the ruins in 90’. Thanks for sharing your beautiful secret spots- Cenotes with us! This private tour was so worthwhile. We got to go at our own pace, take our time and enjoy our day. The owner, Damien followed up with us to confirm we enjoyed our tour were happy customers. You can tell they love what they do and they do it well. We would highly recommend this tour company!
7. TULUM AND COBÁ from Riviera Maya and Cancun (Private)
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 16 reviews
Riviera Maya ,with its subtropical weather and average temperature of 25ºC, is considered a wonderful Caribbean Paradise, offering pristine white sand beaches. The privileged position of this Mexican corner, the great weather conditions, cultural characteristics and entertainments, allows every year millions of tourists to combine a relaxing vacation and the opportunity to visit historical places, where Mayan civilization left evident traces and marks on the history and on the culture.
Inclusions: English/Spanish Speaking Guide, Lunch in Local Restaurant, Roundtrip Transportation, Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks During the Lunch, Supplement for Pick-up / Drop-off in Cancun Hotels
Reviewed By keriirenee
Amazing, private tour from San Cristobal to Palenque with stops at Agua Azul & Misol-ha waterfall on the way. We opted for 2 days & 1 night because of all the driving we didn't want to be rushed or spend 7+ hours in the car in one day. Our driver & guide Guillermo was incredible - definitely the highlight of the trip. He's been working as a guide locally for 20+ years and knew so much about Mayan history + all the other random questions we threw at him throughout the trip. His English was perfect. The car which the agency provided was very comfortable. The hotel we stayed at in Palenque was okay, definitely a little outdated, but it did the job (+had AC which was a must) and the grounds in which the hotel is located on are beautiful. Overall, 10/10 for the trip. Everything we saw was beautiful and would definitely recommend!
8. TULUM & CENOTE from Riviera Maya and Cancun (Private)
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 9 reviews
Tulum is the largest pre-Hispanic construction to remain erect. Its unique seaside location boasts one of the most beautiful views of the Mexican Caribbean, as seen from the eyes of the Mayan world. The Gran Cenote is one fo the most popular spot in the area to swim and refresh in the crystal waters fo the amazing underground river flowing under the Yucatan Peninsula.
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Exclusive Guide during the entire tour, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By nparmelee
Salvatore was very knowledgeable and gave us a great day! He was flexible in the order we did things, suggested Tulum first before it got too hot, then lunch, Coba and then a Cenote. For us this was perfect! We all (2 couples) felt like we learned something and got some great insights to the Mayan culture and lively conversation during the drives. Absolutely recommend this tour!
9. Chichen Itza, Cenote Hubiku, and Ek Balam Day Trip All Fees Included
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 54 reviews
Enjoy a spectacular and complete day trip in which you'll visit Chichen Itza and enjoy the site for more than 3 hours. Then, you'll go to swim in a breathtaking cenote and enjoy Ek Balam which was the last marvelous Maya city discovered in the Yucatan. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch and a professional guide. Reduced groups!
Inclusions: Beverages, Breakfast, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Goldfinger76
The trip was good, and the 3 stars are worth it thanks mostly to the very comptent, kind and forthcoming guide Ulysses who knows a lot about Mayan culture notably because he is of Mayan descendants. On the flip side : even though pick up at the hotel was clearly included in the deal, I was informed short before the trip that I had to take a cab (expensive in Tulum) to get to the assembly point, presumably because of dense trafic all over the region at that particular time of the morning. The same was asked of me on the way back. The consequence was I had to pay a total of $ 30.- more. Coba and Chichen Isa on the same day trip is a lot and there is not much time spent on either of the ruins. The trip started at 9:50 am. It would have been better to start much earlier.
10. Coba Ruins, Cho Ha Cenote, Tulum and Paradise Beach Day Trip with Lunch Included
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 480 reviews
Enjoy this amazing one day combo tour as you visit Coba Ruins, Cenote Choha, Tulum Ruins and the beautiful Paradise Beach. You'll have an amazing experience as you cover these fantastic places in one day. Your tour includes lunch, a professional guide and transport.
Inclusions: Beverages, Buffet lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By I9656DRlauriel
Ulysses and Javier were fantastic. We had 5 in our party and when we arrived at our pickup point were told it would just be us. The insights and knowledge from our guide Ulysses was the best. Great customer service. After the trip my son found he had left his wallet in the van. They actually ce back and dropped it off for us later that night. Thank you so much! Highly recommended!
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