Pictures of Playa del Carmen
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Bars and Cafes
Restaurants, bars and cafes line Avenida 5 - Playa's main avenue
Fine Boutiques
Playa's shopping scene is no longer made up of cheap tourist trinkets: you can find high quality art and craftworks here
Classic Beach Scene
Playa has excellent beaches to enjoy
Not High-Rise
Playa's developments are low-rise and not commercialized like Cancun's
Beach Access
Many roads and tracks in Playa del Carmen lead straight onto the public beaches
Lazy Days
People relax on one of the many fine beaches in Playa del Carmen
Afternoon Stroll
Playa's beaches are perfect for long strolls along the water's edge
Beachside Scenery
Beach bars, bathers and pristine sands in Playa
Fishing in Playa
Fishermen cast their lines in hope of an evening catch
Waiting for the Bite
Beach fishing in Playa del Carmen