{"id":22650,"date":"2020-04-16T13:54:19","date_gmt":"2020-04-16T17:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/?p=22650"},"modified":"2022-03-22T14:21:10","modified_gmt":"2022-03-22T18:21:10","slug":"capilla-de-nuestra-senora-catholic-church","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/capilla-de-nuestra-senora-catholic-church\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Married at Capilla de Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Carmen on 5th Av (Catholic Church)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h6>Photo credit ^^ <a href=\"https:\/\/delsolphotography.com\/nuestra-senora-del-carmen-chapel-al-cielo-hotel-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Del Sol Photography\u00a0<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"top\"><\/a><\/h6>\n<p>When strolling the colorful 5th Avenue (or as it&#8217;s locally known Quinta Avenida) in <a href=\"http:\/\/playadelcarmen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Playa del Carmen<\/a> a pretty little white catholic church may have caught your eye&#8230;<strong>Capilla de Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Carmen<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>We recently had a lot of interest in this church over on our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/weloveplayadelcarmen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook page<\/a><\/strong>, and for a good reason&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s beautiful.<\/p>\n<p>The Parish is dedicated and passionate about bringing locals and visitors closer to god through regular <strong>services and weddings.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Even if you&#8217;re not planning on getting married yet,\u00a0 it&#8217;s a <strong>must-do<\/strong> on your trip to <strong>downtown Playa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>Get Married at The Pretty Church on 5th Avenue<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#weddings\">Weddings<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#services\">Services at Capilla De Nuestra Denora del Carmen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#location\">Location<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#chapels\">The Chapels History<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#where\">Where to Stay Close By<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what\">What to Do In The Area<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#additional\">Additional Resources You May Find Useful<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#we\">We Are Here to Answer Your Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"weddings\">1. Weddings at The Chapel on 5th Avenue<\/h2>\n<p>If you love Playa del Carmen as much as we do then it&#8217;s no surprise you want your wedding here.<\/p>\n<p>Here at PlayaDelCarmen.Com planning weddings is what we do best.\u00a0 We understand planning one of the most important days of your life can be stressful, especially from afar,\u00a0 that&#8217;s why we&#8217;re here to help guide you every step of the way.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22711\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capilla_Nuestra_Senora5.jpg\" alt=\"white chapel on 5th avenue\" width=\"760\" height=\"1013\" data-id=\"22711\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Your Personal Wedding Coordinator<\/h4>\n<p>Best of all our services come at no charge to you. As a local agency we know the ins and out of the industry here better than anyone, and you can guarantee we will get you all the group perks and discounts available to you.<\/p>\n<p>A large part of our client base chooses to have their wedding within the locations of all-inclusive resorts.<\/p>\n<p>Trust me, when you see the resorts and dedicated locations, you&#8217;ll understand why. You get\u00a0 A LOT of bang for your buck.<\/p>\n<p>Every now and then we get a couple who wants to branch out from the hotel and have their wedding at an independent location such as the Capilla de Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Carmen chapel &#8211; and we&#8217;re all for it.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22713\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capilla_Nuestra_Senora4.jpg\" alt=\"white chapel on 5th avenue\" width=\"760\" height=\"534\" data-id=\"22713\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Organization Experts<\/h4>\n<p>We can help you organize it while taking care of your accommodation, transport and, tours for each and every one of your guests.<\/p>\n<p>Prices are variable depending on the type of service and extras you require.<\/p>\n<p>We can work together to plan the perfect reception, ceremony, flowers and more!<\/p>\n<p>Get the ball rolling and contact us at <a href=\"m&#97;&#x69;&#x6c;t&#111;&#58;&#x77;&#x65;d&#100;&#105;&#x6e;&#x67;s&#64;&#x70;&#x6c;&#x61;y&#97;&#x64;&#x65;l&#99;&#97;&#x72;&#x6d;e&#110;&#46;&#x63;&#x6f;m\">&#x77;&#x65;&#x64;&#x64;&#105;&#110;&#103;&#115;&#64;pl&#x61;&#x79;&#x61;&#x64;&#x65;&#108;&#99;&#97;rme&#x6e;&#x2e;&#x63;&#x6f;&#x6d;<\/a> or call us on our toll-free number now <a href=\"tel:8885379797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"services\">2. Services at Capilla De Nuestra Senora del Carmen<\/h2>\n<p>Most people that decide to have their wedding here stumble across this stunning beautiful chapel by accident on their vacations.<\/p>\n<p>To discover if this is the place you&#8217;re meant to say &#8220;I do&#8221;, I highly recommend visiting for a service first if possible.<\/p>\n<p>Mass is held:<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22708\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capilla_Nuestra_Senora3.jpg\" alt=\"white chapel on 5th avenue\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"22708\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Monday to Friday<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\">7.00 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Thursday<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\">\u00a09:00 am.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Sundays<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\">10.00 am in ENGLISH<\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\">12:00 pm.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\">05:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\">07:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This way you truly get to enjoy a feel for the place and feel the warm welcome of Fernando Rodrigues Martinez.<\/p>\n<p>On Sundays, mass is at 10 am in English and it is a lovely quiet break from the craziness of 5th avenue.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s followed by services in Spanish in the afternoon and evening.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22710\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capilla_Nuestra_Senora2.jpg\" alt=\"white chapel on 5th avenue\" width=\"760\" height=\"760\" data-id=\"22710\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"location\">3.Location of Capilla de Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Carmen<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/iglesiadelcarmen.org.mx\/index.php\/servicios\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Chapel of Our Lady of Carmen<\/a> can be found on 5th Avenue connecting with Avenida Juarez.<\/p>\n<p><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" tabindex=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d29868.59209719738!2d-87.10885678961013!3d20.64621336289098!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0x76c0e00f1d9ba6f4!2sCapilla%20de%20Nta%20Se%C3%B1ora%20del%20Carmen!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1587010269428!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If you head for <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/99vok6J8jduMYFXN8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Parque Fundadore<\/a>s, you can&#8217;t miss it!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"history\">4. History of The Catholic Chapel on 5th Avenue<\/h2>\n<p>This stunning catholic church belongs to The Parish of Our Lady of Carmen community and is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s the church&#8217;s mission to announce the word of god to its visitors.<\/p>\n<p>Capilla de Senora del Carmen is one of the best-known chapels in Playa del Carmen. It&#8217;s become a point of reference for both tourists and people living in this beautiful city.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22714\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capilla_Nuestra_Senora0.jpg\" alt=\"white chapel on 5th avenue\" width=\"760\" height=\"1014\" data-id=\"22714\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>It Was Built in The 1960s By The Founding Families<\/h4>\n<p>It was built around the 1960s by the founding families of Playa del Carmen. Maya ruin stones, sand, and seawater were used for its construction.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s since been well-maintained and freshly painted.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capilla_Nuestra_Senora6.jpg\" alt=\"white chapel on 5th avenue\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"22709\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Inside you will be greeted by music, a beautiful altar that is backed by the window that looks out on to Los Fundadores Park and the iconic Portal Maya &#8211; a 50ft. hight arched beachside sculpture depicting men and women in a swirl of water and wind right on the beach.<\/p>\n<p>The chapel and everything inside represents the absolute best of the area.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"where\">5. Where to Stay Close By?<\/h2>\n<p>So, if you want your wedding here I suppose the next question is where will you and your guests stay?<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re in luck because I&#8217;m about to round up 3 of the areas top offerings.<\/p>\n<p>All of which are all-inclusive, stunning, and not too far (ten min drive max)&#8230;so without further ado.<\/p>\n<h4>1. The Hilton Playa del Carmen<\/h4>\n<p>Adults-Only | Downtown Playa | \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605| All-Inclusive<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Formerly \u2018The Royal\u2019,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/hotels\/the-royal-playa-del-carmen-all-inclusive-spa-amp-resort\"><span class=\"s1\">The Hilton<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is the epitome of 5* all-inclusive adults-only luxury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">It is an impeccable resort that sits just <b>footsteps away from the famous 5th Avenue<\/b>\u00a0so is perfect for couples who enjoy being in the heart of town rather than outside of it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We recently stayed at this hotel and decided it would be fun to bring you a video to show you guys around.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"The Hilton 2018 Review - (Playa del Carmen) 5* All-Inclusive Hotel | Formerly &#039;The Royal&#039;\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A8goZPfucDw?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h5>Ceremony &amp; Reception Options Include:<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beach<\/strong> \u2013 200 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Terrace Overlook<\/strong> \u2013 200 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapel<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 60 guests max<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also read my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/review-the-royal-playa-del-carmen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">in-depth review of the Hilton Playa del Carmen<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<p>Get exclusive rates at this hotel when you book directly with us contact us at <a href=\"&#x6d;&#x61;&#105;l&#x74;&#x6f;&#58;&#99;u&#x73;&#x74;&#111;&#109;e&#x72;&#x63;&#97;re&#x40;&#x70;&#108;a&#x79;&#x61;&#100;&#101;l&#x63;&#x61;&#114;&#109;e&#x6e;&#x2e;&#99;om\">&#119;&#x65;&#x64;&#100;&#x69;&#x6e;&#103;&#x73;&#x40;&#112;&#x6c;&#x61;&#121;&#x61;&#x64;&#101;&#x6c;&#x63;&#97;&#x72;&#x6d;&#101;&#x6e;&#x2e;&#99;&#x6f;&#x6d;<\/a> or call us on our toll-free number now <a href=\"tel:8885379797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>2. The Paradisus<\/h4>\n<p>Adults-Only + Kid-Friendly | Downtown Playa | \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605| All-Inclusive<\/p>\n<p>The Paradisus offers the best of both worlds for couples and their guests because if you have no children,\u00a0 your guests with children can stay on the same property as you (and visa versa).\u00a0 Attending the wedding ceremony won&#8217;t be a problem.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/kid_friendly_spring_break0-1.jpg\" alt=\"Paradisus kid-friendly\" width=\"760\" height=\"570\" data-id=\"22484\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If world-class food, gorgeous decor, incredible service, and endless amenities are a must for your wedding &#8211; look no further you found your hotel.<\/p>\n<p>The highlights of this resort for me are the beach and kid&#8217;s water park.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19847\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Paradisus_Review9.jpg\" alt=\"Restauraunts at La Perla\" width=\"761\" height=\"571\" data-id=\"19847\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s one of those hotels that feels secluded but is in fact just 5 mins from downtown.<\/p>\n<p>You can also read my on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/paradisus-playa-del-carmen-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Paradisus Resort Playa del Carmen<\/a> here &#8211; we actually had our Christmas work party here &#8211; it was awesome!<\/p>\n<p>Get exclusive rates at this hotel when you book directly with us contact us at <a href=\"&#x6d;&#97;&#105;l&#x74;&#x6f;&#58;c&#x75;&#x73;&#116;o&#x6d;&#x65;&#114;c&#x61;&#x72;&#101;&#64;&#x70;&#x6c;&#97;y&#x61;&#x64;&#101;&#108;c&#x61;&#x72;&#109;e&#x6e;&#x2e;&#99;o&#x6d;\">wed&#100;&#105;&#110;&#x67;&#x73;&#x40;&#x70;&#x6c;&#x61;yad&#101;&#108;&#99;&#97;&#x72;&#x6d;&#x65;&#x6e;&#x2e;&#x63;om<\/a> or call us on our toll-free number now <a href=\"tel:8885379797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h5>Ceremony &amp; Reception Options Include:<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cypress Ballroom<\/strong> \u2013 800 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beach La Esmeralda<\/strong> \u2013 160 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gazebo La Esmeralda<\/strong> \u2013 160 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gabi Bridge<\/strong> \u2013 150 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gazebo<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 100 guests max (adults only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>3. Panama Jack<\/h4>\n<p>Kid-Friendly | Downtown Playa | \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605| All-Inclusive<\/p>\n<p>There are two Panama Jacks \u2013 one in Cancun and one in Playa del Carmen. In order to avoid the crowds, I highly recommend the one in Playa del Carmen. Plus, it\u2019s the newer of the two.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22470\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/kid_friendly_spring_break0.jpg\" alt=\"panama jacks kid-friendly resort\" width=\"737\" height=\"426\" data-id=\"22470\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Situated in a prime location to enjoy all the region\u2019s top amenities. It\u2019s a hotel sure to impress guests of all ages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>I love that the hotel is compact<\/strong>, which is great for parents (if you forget something in the room, it only takes a couple of minutes to retrieve).<\/p>\n<p>It has elevators so if you\u2019re traveling with little ones and strollers this makes life much easier!<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/PanamaJAck1.png\" alt=\"View from Panama Jack\" width=\"760\" height=\"565\" data-id=\"21451\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The family suites that can\u00a0<strong>accommodate families of 5<\/strong>\u00a0and feature\u00a0<strong>bunk beds<\/strong>\u00a0in addition to a king-size bed for the parents. Win!<\/p>\n<h5>Ceremony &amp; Reception Options Include:<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ballroom\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 120 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>North Beach<\/strong> \u2013 100 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oceanfront Wedding Gazebo<\/strong> \u2013 60 guests max<\/li>\n<li><strong>Central Beach<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 30 guests max<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Get exclusive rates at this hotel when you book directly with us contact us at <a href=\"&#x6d;a&#x69;&#108;t&#x6f;&#58;&#x63;&#x75;s&#x74;&#111;m&#x65;&#114;&#x63;&#97;r&#x65;&#64;p&#x6c;&#97;&#x79;&#97;d&#x65;&#108;&#x63;&#x61;r&#x6d;&#101;n&#x2e;&#99;&#x6f;&#x6d;\">&#x77;&#101;d&#x64;&#x69;&#110;g&#x73;&#64;p&#x6c;&#x61;&#121;a&#x64;&#101;l&#x63;&#x61;&#114;m&#x65;&#x6e;&#46;&#x63;&#x6f;&#109;<\/a> or call us on our toll-free number now <a href=\"tel:8885379797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what\">What To Do In The Area<\/h2>\n<p>The whole reason people choose to visit the Riviera Maya in the first place is there is absolutely no shortage of things to see and do.<\/p>\n<p>Away from the hustle and bustle of Cancun, the Riviera Maya offers a more jungle-esque and nature-inspired experience.<\/p>\n<p>There are so many things to do it&#8217;s hard to choose!\u00a0 I&#8217;m having a hard time trying to narrow it down. So,\u00a0 I&#8217;ll list 3 of my current favorites here, and then underneath you&#8217;ll find a link to my post that covers over 20+ of the best things to do here.<\/p>\n<h4>1. The Jungle Buggy Tour<\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\">Get down and dirty on this awesome mud-slinging jungle buggy adventure!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">It&#8217;s the perfect combination of\u00a0\u00a0\u201cAdventure\u201d, \u201cFun\u201d, \u201cCulture\u201d and above all \u201cAuthenticity\u201d. The idea of our \u201cBuggy Excursion\u201d is to discover the REAL Mexico and what lies behind all mainstream tourist attractions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Drive your dune buggy through the Mayan jungle, explore\u00a0off-track paths and Mayan villages.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Stop for a refreshing cenote swim and see a side of Mexico you have never seen before.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Jungle ATV &amp; Cenote Tour Review - Playa del Carmen (Mexico) Riviera Maya 2018\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2KOQXRC0ip4?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/jungle-buggy-adventure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Save 25% when you book online and in advance.\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Read my in-depth review of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/jungle-buggy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jungle Buggy Tour<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>2. Xcaret<\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\">Xcaret Park is easily one of the top Playa del Carmen attractions for the entire family!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Imagine a zoo in a jungle environment, underground caverns where you can swim and snorkel, a Mayan village where you can see a Shaman perform a ceremony, or visit a coral reef aquarium where you can hold a sea cucumber!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Xcaret is a park the size of 40 football fields that incorporates all the aspects that make Mexico what it is: the nature, the culture, the beauty and the wildlife.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/xcaret-park-mexico-1-min.jpg\" alt=\"xcaret\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"8872\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And, the best part is, you don\u2019t follow a tour guide. You choose what interests you most, follow your own schedule and set your own pace.<\/p>\n<p>Save 10% on your tickets when you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/xcaret-eco-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">book in advance and online<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<p>Torn between Xcaret and Xplor? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/xel-ha-vs-xcaret\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Weigh up the differences here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>3. Tulum Ruins, Cenotes, &amp; Turtles<\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\">Combine Tulum ruins, snorkeling &amp; cenotes in one magical tour!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Tick off 3 must-do\u2019s in the Riviera Maya!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Explore ancient Mayan Ruins by the sea, swim the colorful reefs making friends with the vibrant marine life and discover incredible caves and underground rivers on the Tulum Full Day Explorer Tour.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16981\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tulum-excursion.jpg\" alt=\"Maya ruins in Tulum\" width=\"750\" height=\"498\" data-id=\"16981\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">First, follow your expert guide through the ancient Mayan city of Tulum and learn all the secrets of this wonderful archeological site. Next head out to the reef to swim and observe the ocean wildlife in their natural habitat! 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