Free activities you can enjoy visiting Playa del Carmen

1. Enjoy a beautiful sunset

Walk with your partner through the sand of the beach in one of the beautiful sunsets of the place. Stroll hand in hand as the sunset materializes in your oranges, blues, pinks and violets. Playa del Carmen sunrises are equally enchanting. You just have to get up early to admire them.

2. Urban Art in Playa del Carmen

One of the themes of inspiration is the Day of the Dead, an emblematic celebration in the country, including the Hanal Pixán, the traditional Mayan food that is offered to the deceased on that date.

Playa del Carmen has many art galleries and street spaces where artists work and exhibit their works. They set up shop on Thursdays between 26th and 30th streets on Fifth Avenue to show their work.

Another of these street art spaces is next to the Quinta Alegría shopping center.

3. Exercise outdoors

Walking and jogging along the city's beaches with the sound of the sea and breathing the purest air are comforting. They will allow you to burn the calories that are always gained on vacation.

A brisk walk along the paths of Parque La Ceiba will have the same impact as working out in a gym, but it will be free.

4. Swim and sunbathe on the beach

All the beaches in Playa del Carmen are public, so you don't have to pay to spread out your towel and spend some time sunbathing on the sand.

Although it is true that at the Mamitas Beach Club or the Kool Beach Club you will be more comfortable, you will have to spend money that you may want to save to eat and do other activities.

Walking north of Mamitas you will find a beach area as nice as the one at the club, but at no cost. Nearby you will have places to have a drink and eat a sandwich at good prices.

5. Theatrical performance on the beach

The City Theater opened in 2015 and since then it has become the favorite place for many in Playa del Carmen, where in addition to watching theater and film performances, it serves as a meeting point for those who enjoy artistic culture.

Its acoustics are fantastic and make the 736 spectators that fit in the theater enjoy the experience even more. This is in the Chinchorro S/N Circuit of Playa del Carmen. The International Theater Festival and the Riviera Maya Film Festival have been held there.

New pet friendly beach in Solidaridad

The new generations have become aware of the importance of treating animals well, since these pets are considered part of the family and many times, certain situations make it difficult to leave them at home, which has generated a growing demand for special leisure places.

It is necessary to contemplate basic parameters to facilitate the coexistence of domestic animals of different species and their owners in these spaces.

-Pets must be controllable and peaceful in nature. -It is necessary that they wear safety elements. -Our animals must be in optimal health conditions.

This has been a long yearning for Playa Solidaridad, which is located in Playa del Carmen and stand out for their natural attractions, together with the beauty and warmth of the water along 140 kilometers of coastline.

And from now on there will be a new attraction to visit Solidaridad, because a pet friendly beach will be inaugurated and will stand out for its strategy of providing a comfortable and safe space for your best four-legged friend.

The pet friendly beach in Solidaridad already has a name

At the moment, Recodog will be located on another beach called El Recodo, one well known by locals and tourists, which will now have some important changes to receive the puppies.

Although the exact date has not been revealed, it is expected to open its doors very soon.

Try Cenote Diving in Kukulcan

Cenote Kukulkan is a little gem nestled in the middle of the Yucatan jungle where many divers experience their first cenote dive. This cavern is the easiest to dive and one of the most beautiful for its mesmerizing displays of sunrays piercing the cool crystal clear water.

The cenote Kukulkan site itself has a few other cenotes and the second dive is usually done in cenote Chac Mool after a short dive through cenote Pequeño Hermano.

It’s a great place to walk around with a camera, the site has many shell & coral fossils over 2.5 million years old littering the ground. When in season, sightings of the stunning sacred Mayan bird, the Motmot is very common.

Cenote Kukulcan offers changing rooms, shower, newly built restrooms and a restaurant and souvenirs. And also has many tables to set up gear comfortably with short & easy access to the water.

Once inside, you will appreciate the vastness and beauty this cavern displays. When dived early in the morning, you will be greeted with an unforgettable display of dazzling light effects from the sunrays dancing in the crystal clear water that is very similar to northern lights or majestic rays piercing menacing storm clouds.

Cenote Kukulkan is wide open and lit up with darker areas in the deepest part of the dive, its waters are crystal clear with a year-round temperature of 76F / 25C .

Around 10m / 30ft deep, you will experience the effects of halocline, thermocline and a harmless cloud of hydrogen sulfide with varying densities from time to time.

This place has a considerable collection of freshwater – cavern animals including turtles, catfish, cichlids, eels and crustaceans which are commonly seen while diving.

Visiting the Tulum Mayan Ruins!

If you’re visiting Tulum, one thing that should definitely be at the top of your list is to pay a visit to the impressive Tulum Ruins.

It was once a mighty walled city built by the Mayan people, the ruins of which are still standing today. And some of the best-preserved Mayan ruins you can see. As such, they attract people from all over the world.

Here are a few reasons why you should visit this impressive archaeological site.

-They were one of the dominant empires of the ancient world. Also well-known for excelling at pottery, hieroglyphic writings, calendar making and mathematics.

-They’re also famed for their imposing architectural structures, such as the Tulum Ruins. Tulum was initially built to protect its people. The town is also known for being an important trading and religious center between the 11th and 16th centuries.

-The Tulum Ruins are one of the most well preserved Mayan sites along Mexico’s coast and provide a glimpse of how the Mayans lived and why they were a renowned civilization.

What to see when you get there

El Castillo

The Tulum pyramids are one of the most well-known landmarks in the area. El Castillo is the tallest of these pyramids, standing at 24-feet (7.5 meters) tall. It served as a lighthouse that guided ships into the port.

Temple Of the Frescoes

The Temple of the Frescoes is a two-story building in front of El Castillo. In Tulum’s peak, it had an important social and religious significance.

It has interesting architectural elements, murals, decorations, and sculpture. While it has had some wear and tear over the last 800 years, you can still see a few of them today.

House of Columns

The House of Columns, also known as El Palacio (The Palace), is a large building complex consisting of four rooms. It served as the residence for important Mayan leaders.

House of Halach Uinic

Each Mayan city had a supreme leader and high priest known as the Halach Uinic. The House of the Halach Uinic served as the residence for the leader and is one of the most well-preserved buildings on the site.

Top 3 most typical food in Cozumel

Pan de Cazon

Dogfish bread is a delicious Mexican cuisine recipe and a must-see on your visit to Cozumel. Enjoy this popular dish on the beach, it can be a tasty appetizer, but it can also be the main course of the meal. It is prepared with dogfish meat, tortillas, bean sauce and tomato sauce with habanero chili, it is known for being of Campeche origin.

Tikin Xic fish

One of the classics if you travel through the Riviera Maya and one of the most typical food in Cozumel. Its name derives from the Mayan, Tikin which means dry thing and Xic which refers to the cut that the fish has.

The preparation of Tikin Xic consists of a grouper fish marinated with a sauce that is used in Yucatecan gastronomy, adding slices of tomato, onion, slices of xcatic chili and green peppers; it is wrapped in banana leaves and cooked on the coals.

Lion Fish

Lion fish is a new trend in Cozumel restaurants. This fish has become a favorite not only for its exotic beauty, but also for its flavor and it is quite a gastronomic experience.

It can be prepared in different ways, one of which is breading the fish fillets with bread and coconut, then bathed in a mango sauce and served with a vegetable salad. It can also be enjoyed Xcalacoco style, ceviche and even in a hamburger.