Solidaridad's Unmissable Gems

Solidaridad spans from the coastal hub of Playa del Carmen to the turtle-filled waters of Akumal. This region features the Quinta Avenida pedestrian corridor and iconic landmarks like the Portal Maya sculpture at Parque Fundadores. Natural highlights include the extensive underground river systems of Rio Secreto and Aktun Chen, alongside major eco-archaeological parks like Xcaret and Xel-Há. Coastal areas offer diverse marine life at Half Moon Bay and the Yal-Ku lagoon, while scattered Maya ruins provide glimpses into the area's pre-Columbian history.

Solidaridad's Unmissable Gems — Map

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Parque Fundadores

Beachfront park featuring the 16-meter-tall Portal Maya bronze sculpture. It serves as a venue for traditional Voladores de Papantla performances and provides direct access to the public beach and ferry terminal.

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Fifth Avenue

The pedestrian street is Playa del Carmen's main road where numerous restaurants, cafés and shops can be found. There are also many clubs.

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Aktun Chen

You can tour this dry cave with a guide and marvel at its beautiful columns, crystal clear waters and at the end, there's a nature reserve…

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Rio Secreto

Don't miss out on this spectacular natural gem! Explore the long underground river that will take you pass unforgettable rock formations.

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Xelha

Xelha is an archaeological site of the Maya civilization from pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, located on the eastern coastline of the Yucatán…

Karla Quiñonez / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Parque Xcaret

Eco-archaeological park featuring underground rivers, a butterfly pavilion, and a coral reef aquarium. The site hosts the México Espectacular night show, which depicts national history and folklore.

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XPLOR Park

Adventure park centered on outdoor activities including two circuits of ziplines, underground river rafting, and amphibious vehicle trails through the jungle and cavern systems.

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Coco Beach

This beach is always busy, regardless the time or season. Lined with hotels, bars and restaurants.

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Half Moon Bay

One of the best snorkeling spots on Mayan Riviera. Turtles are easy to spot here during the season.

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Playa Xpu-ha

A wide, white-sand beach with shallow turquoise waters located between Playa del Carmen and Tulum. The bay is protected by a reef, resulting in calm conditions for swimming.

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Akumal Dive Adventures

Dive center providing guided scuba diving and snorkeling tours in Akumal Bay and nearby cenotes. It focuses on reef exploration and seasonal turtle encounters.

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Maya ruins

Small archaeological site located within the Playacar area. These limestone structures date back to the Late Postclassic period and historically served as a departure point for pilgrims traveling to Cozumel.

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Yal-Ku

A coastal lagoon where freshwater from underground rivers mixes with the Caribbean Sea. This natural inlet serves as a protected habitat for various tropical fish species.