Playa del Carmen – Best All-inclusive Beachfront Resorts & Activities

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You probably know about Playa del Carmen as having some of the best beaches in Mexico.

If you’re ready to grab one of the best beachfront resorts in Playa del Carmen, scroll down the page to see where you’ll be staying when you visit.

Once you’ve got your lodging taken care of, the next thing on your agenda will be finding things to do in Playa del Carmen.

And there are a lot.

Let’s get you familiar with some of them.

Things to Do in Playa Del Carmen

There’s no shortage of things to do in Playa del Carmen including activities like:

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Visiting the Maya Ruins

Swimming with Sea Turtles

Scuba Diving

Ziplining

Jet Skiing

Snorkeling

Fishing

Archaeology Tours

5th Avenue AKA Quinta Avenida

Visiting Xcaret

To make it easier to enjoy these activities, we’ve put a link to the tour guides for you to check pricing and to book your excursion.

Some of these activities are self-explanatory. For the ones that aren’t, let’s get into a little more detail.

5th Avenue AKA Quinta Avenida

5th Avenue (also known as Quinta Avenida) is admittedly a tourist trap. But so is Times Square in New York and Reading Terminal in Philadelphia. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t check them out.

The same is true for Quinta Avenida.

It’s a 5-mile pedestrian-only walkway that goes straight through the heart of the downtown of Playa del Carmen.

So when you take a visit there, make sure to give yourself a decent amount of time to soak it all in.

Of course, you’ll find places to purchase souvenirs and go shopping.

But you’ll also want to take in the local eateries and drinking establishments lining the street.

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Vacation Essentials

Tech & Entertainment	Travel Essentials	Beach Items	Skincare and Wellness
TP-Link Deco Travel Router – Creates a private, secure Wi-Fi network in your resort room.	Inateck Electronics Organizer Travel Case – Organizes chargers, cables, and small tech.	Dock & Bay Microfiber Beach Towel – Quick-drying and sand-resistant.	Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase – Reduces friction and protects skin overnight.
Bluetooth Key Finder – Compact tracker for keys or other small items.	Hanging Toiletry Bag by BagSmart – Keeps toiletries organized and accessible.	Speedo Swim Goggles – Ideal for snorkeling or swimming.	Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray – Water-resistant for long-lasting protection.
Amazon Basics 4-Port USB Wall Charger – Compact and convenient for charging multiple devices simultaneously.	Osprey Daylite Daypack – Lightweight backpack for outings.	Waterproof Phone Case by JOTO – Protects phones while swimming or snorkeling.	Face Mask by Dr. Jart+ – Rehydrates and revitalizes skin after a long day.
Solar Charger Power Bank – High-capacity charger for keeping all your devices powered on the go.	Zoppen Travel Wallet and Organizer – Keeps all your travel documents secure.	Sea Star Beachcomber Espadrilles – Water-friendly and comfortable footwear.	Herbivore After-Sun Mist – Cools and soothes skin after sun exposure.

Vacation Essentials

Visiting Xcaret

If you’re new to vacationing in Mexico, you may not have heard of Xcaret. Or you may have seen it but weren’t sure exactly what is was.

Think of it as a combination of 6 Flags and Disneyland in Mexico.

It’s a water park with over 50 natural and cultural attractions. You can zipline, kayak, canoe, visit the Mayan ruins, go off-roading… the list is almost endless.

If you think you’d like to add some of these activities to your itinerary, these links will give you discounts to these attractions at Xcaret.