Just go! This is a gem. Yes, you might be a little apprehensive about leaving the Hotel Zone and…read moreventuring out, but this is worth it. We ended up here twice during our trip. Our first trip was during an evening where things were quite lively. Live music was playing from the stage. There was dancing, families everywhere and many street vendors. There are also a number of food court restaurants near the palapas. The ones we visited, all were outstanding and the food was extremely reasonable (ok, cheap), but bring your pesos. My daughter got three huge empanadas for 95 pesos (less than $5.50 US). I got 4 street style pastor tacos for roughly $4.50 US. We also bought esquites both times for $2 for a small cup. Well worth it. On the second visit, it was late afternoon/early evening. The vibe wasn't as festive, but still busy and lively. The HZ buses drop you off nearby and the walk is very short and extremely safe. On our second visit, we walked from Mercado 28 and it was still very safe.

Hot! Bring ya hand fan!!! Tons of locals and their families flock to here on Sunday nights!!!! This…read moreis their go to spot! You want to find good local food, desserts, arts and crafts, vendors with local goods, local bars, and best prices in town, go here! Arrange uber in and out or taxi! It gets busy we rode the bus like some crazies, it was fun but packed and had ac but no private ride. Tacos, tortas, pizza, turkey legs, marquisette, crepes SnoCones, bags, clothes, art, massage stands. It's a one stop shop- socks, jewelry, kitchen dishes, souvenirs yes! I don't know if you would find a parking spot so I say uber. It starts around sundown and their out there until 11pm at least. It was so hot no winds and lots of people packed in there. Not much seating or benches, tables they had were occupied and people wasn't moving anytime soon. It depends time of year I'm sure as well, but like I said it's more locals here you will see O tourists unless they did their research hahaha

Beautiful park with delicious food in the cafe! The cafe kitchen is open 9-4, except Mondays when…read morethe park is closed.

Beautiful and very well maintained park. Cute play area for children, and lots of seating if you'd…read morelike to read or just relax. Clean bathroom free to use. There is a cafe, yoga days, and movie nights. The only negative aspect that I could think of is the mosquitos, but easy problem to fix with bug spray.

Unbeatable value for the money... has camping and very basic rooms - no mosquito nets, no blankets…read more(just sheet), no AC, no hot water. But it is THE only affordable place along the beach. Not on the beach, but a short walk across the street and you are at the southern end of the Tulum beach, which is the least busy part and some of the safest swimming, and miles to walk south into the reserve. Also a mostly-above ground cenote behind the hotel makes for great swimming (warmer than the ocean) and kayaking. We paid around 37US for a room with two double beds and an en suite bathroom (the bathroom isn't very nice, though), and could not find anything else along the beach for less than 50US, and nothing with en suite bathrooms for less than 100US. You are paying for the location around there, and if you don't mind basic, this is the only place for shoestring travelers to stay. Be aware of location... on the right as you drive south, you pass Xbalamque (which is more basic for double the price), then Cenote Encantado (which is expensive - but has practically the same name), then Encanto. All are close together. Manager Alexis speaks good English and is very helpful. Self-catering kitchen.

This is an awesome mini golf and games place! Downstairs is really stuffy and hot. Also, the…read morefooseball tables had some issues since the balls given were not meant specifically for fooseball. They only had two tables; one had a player that was loose and would spin around, and another one the ball wouldn't roll out so we had to tilt it over every time to get it. The drinks are reasonably priced, taste great and were larger than expected. I also wish they had a larger board games selection. All in all, it's a good time and it's worth visiting. I'm not sure if I would come back again for a second time though.

This place is awesome! Just went fishing with a fisherman and the family. This is the first time…read moreI've been to Puerto Aventuras. Aside from fishing there is so much to do! You can swim with dolphins, seals, boating, jet skis, beach. It's not a resort it's a recreation area with residences and hotels so you get a better Mexican experience! There are tons of restaurants from tacos, seafood, Italian, or bbq. It's not too expensive. It's a different kind of holiday, unlike going to an all inclusive, pigging out everyday and laying on the beach. There are actually locals as well which Go there. It's like you know your at a good Chinese restaurant when the locals go too! If you like more adventure, nature or just being active, Puerto Aventuras is a great option!

My Love and I had SO MUCH FUN here acting like a couple of regular fools!…read more We selected the evening visit option, which runs from 5:00 PM -11:30 PM. We didn't want to be running around in the hot sun, and we figured the lines would be lighter in the evening. Surprisingly, it was still super busy! We visited in early January, and the evening temperatures were mild. You can visit as many attractions as you like during your visit. We started out ziplining and moved our way to the amphibious vehicles, cave rafts, and a few water slides. Our faces hurt from laughing so much. The provided dinner is buffet style and surprisingly good! Lots of options, including vegan and vegetarian. The dining hall is huge, so you're not siting elbow-to-elbow with randoms. They spaced everyone out nicely (plus not everyone is dining at the same time). Water shoes are required. You can purchase them on-site for $20, and these suckers will last you a lifetime. They're nice quality and comfortable. I have plantar fasciitis, and my feet were protected and cushioned the entire time. Helmets are required and provided. There are lockers, but the rooms are all co-ed. You will need to bring your own towel. Phones are discouraged, as you need to hold on with both hands when participating in many of the activities. You can buy a waterproof case to hang around your neck if you'd like. YOU WILL GET WET ON NEARLY EVERY RIDE. Wear swimwear and something over it if you don't want your hiney hanging out. The staff are SUPER patient and very friendly. Everyone is bilingual (Spanish/English) so no worries about communication barriers. This place is fun for kids all the way up to (fit) senior citizens. There is a lot of walking, so be forewarned! Taxis are easy to catch here, with the assistance of the outdoor staff. It was about a $40 fare from and to our Riviera Maya hotel (Hard Rock). I am still laughing my head off!

The zip line course was a highlight, my family would definitely come back for that alone. All…read moreactivities we did were great fun. Minor criticisms - *It was a little confusing to get around, as signage was a bit inconsistent and occasionally conspicuous until you got your general bearings. *Food was pretty meh, if you're staying at an Xcaret Hotel I'd try to eat before/after your visit, if possible. *The water slide rider thru put isn't great, so I imagine wait times on very busy days can get out of hand in a hurry. I also complained about the helmets all day long until I soundly wacked my head and was 12/10 glad to have it on .