Playa del Carmen, Mexico travel tips
Real traveler tips for Playa del Carmen in Mexico: hostels, food, transport, hikes, activities, hidden gems, night life, social life and costs — shared by travelers who have actually been there.
Food in Playa del Carmen
- charlieb: Does anyone know where to get authentic tacos that aren't on 5th Avenue? Everything near the beach feels so overpriced and touristy.
Transport in Playa del Carmen
- jessicaw88: The colectivos to Akumal are super easy to use and way cheaper than the taxis if you're trying to save a bit.
Night life in Playa del Carmen
- marcus_v: Calle 12 is way too loud for me now, I think I'm getting old lol.
Costs in Playa del Carmen
- itsmatt: Is it just me or has Playa gotten significantly more expensive in the last two years? My budget isn't stretching nearly as far as it used to.
Hidden gems in Playa del Carmen
- sophiek: Found a tiny bakery on Calle 2 marked only by a wooden sign, best empanadas I've ever had.
Food in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
- charlieb: Does anyone know where to get authentic tacos that aren't on 5th Avenue? Everything near the beach feels so overpriced and touristy.