Kerry & Mathew
Things To Do
Cenote Cristalino
Cenotes are essentially underground swimming holes formed where limestone bedrock gives way to underground rivers and springs. There are thousands of them in the Yucatan peninsula. Popular for swimming, snorkeling & diving from rocks, with hammock & sun lounger rentals. (We took our engagement photos here!)
Chichén-Itzá
Named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza are one of the most important archaeological sites in all of Mexico, Chichen Itza is located deep in the jungle and a bit of a journey away from the hotel. You can rent a car or check out any of the many tours from Playa del Carmen to Chichen Itza.
La Perla Pixan Cuisine & Mezcal Store
Enjoy authentic local cuisine at La Perla, a gem of a restaurant that serves up traditional and utterly delicious Mayan food with nightly performances of live music. Try the traditional tlayuda or, if you’re feeling really adventurous, any of the several dishes made with grasshoppers!
Río Secreto
Just a few minutes outside the city, explore Rio Secreto with it's five beautiful underground caves. You’ll wear a wetsuit and join a small guided tour through a cave that includes the incredible experience of swimming inside a pitch-black cave.
La Quinta Avenida
Hit the town for a bit of shopping on La Quinta Avenida (5th Street). Lined with hundreds of shops and vendors offering everything from designer handbags and questionable pharmaceuticals, to funky trinkets and unique artwork.
Akumal -Swiming with Turtles
Just a short ride south of Playa del Carmen is the quiet beach of Akumal, one of the best places on the planet to go swimming with sea turtles. Join one of the many guided tours that offer snorkeling here. You won't even need a boat to swim with the turtles – you can usually find several just a short distance off the shore.