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Fifth Avenue (Quinta Avenida)

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Fifth Avenue (Quinta Avenida)

Playa del Carmen's lively pedestrian avenue of shops, cafés and restaurants, a block from the beach.

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Time needed
2 hours
Entry
Free
Best time
Evening
Area
Centro

A long pedestrian street of shops, restaurants and colour.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Quinta Avenida, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

  • Location: Runs parallel to the beach for several kilometres.
  • Ferry: Ferries to Cozumel leave from the pier near its southern end.
  • Halal: A few restaurants offer halal options; ask locally.

The story of Fifth Avenue

Playa del Carmen grew from a small fishing village into one of the Riviera Maya's main towns. Fifth Avenue (La Quinta) is its pedestrian heart.

It is lined with shops, cafés and restaurants, and comes alive in the evening with street performers.

Best time to visit

Best season

November to April.

Best time of day

Evening.

Prices

Compare prices; some shops target tourists.

Tips before you go

  • Best in the evening when it comes alive.
  • Take the ferry to Cozumel for a day of snorkelling.
  • Walk one block to the beach for sunset strolls.

Best hotels near Fifth Avenue

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Thompson Playa del Carmen

Hotel near Fifth Avenue with a beach club.

See prices

Fairmont Mayakoba

Resort in the Mayakoba complex.

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All hotels near Fifth Avenue

What's around Fifth Avenue

  • Mamitas BeachPopular beach.
  • Cozumel ferryTo the island.
  • Parque FundadoresMain square.
  • XcaretEco-archaeological park.

Questions travellers ask

Is Fifth Avenue pedestrian?

Yes.

How do I get to Cozumel?

By ferry from Playa del Carmen.

Is it lively at night?

Yes, especially in the evenings.

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