Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen, known colloquially as ‘Playa’, is a resort city located along the Caribbean Sea in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. Playa del Carmen is a popular tourist destination in Mexico’s Riviera Maya region.

The area is known for its white sand beaches, blue turquoise waters, coral reefs, surrounding rainforests, and balnearios. The downtown area of the city revolves around Quinta Avenida, a busy pedestrian thoroughfare lined with many shops, clubs, and restaurants. The weather is hot year-round, with the summer and winter breaks being peak season for tourism.