Quinta Avenida
Quinta Avenida
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The Five AvenueThe most Important street in Mexico, you can find Shopping, Souvenirs, Jewelry stores,Bars, etc.
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- Fred C17 contributionsIt's OK, I guessReminded me of a Mexican Niagara Falls. It was really cheesy, and not true Mexico, we prefer old traditional Mexico. I collect and love tequila, however they will make every attempt to rip you off here. Real tequila from Jalisco is labled "tequila" do not get fooled into buying $5 agava spirt for $200 as they will try to sell it to you, it's usually lower end mixo crap. You won't be able to wheel and deal with vendors here like other markets in Mexico. All in all an experience, however this is not traditional Mexico that we enjoy, others may find it amazing so go and make your own decision. When there be sure to find El Fogon for the best food around.Visited November 2023Traveled with familyWritten February 19, 2024
- DollyDresden, Germany57 contributions1 time is enoughStreet that runs parallel to the beach with countless shops, bars, restaurants, etc. Everything is completely overpriced, be it food and drinks or the handmade souvenirs from China. You are constantly being asked to buy some kitsch or to eat in a restaurant, all very tiring. The Avenida really comes alive in the evenings.Visited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten February 24, 2024
- Susan SWelland, Canada46 contributionsKeep saying No thankyou5th avenue is a lovely walk as there is enough shade for comfort. Shop keepers calling out to you and getting in your face made it very annoying. 5 different men said they were my waiter at my resort and I should come to their store. Lots of nice restaurants and during the day the music is not loud. The side roads go down to the waterside. Repetitive pharmacy’s and souvenir stores.Visited February 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 3, 2024
- NonyxCancun, Mexico95 contributionsTHE 5th IS ENJOYED ALONE, AS A COUPLE OR AS A FAMILY, A PLACE WITHOUT EQUAL.A family place where you can go to buy souvenirs and where there are many types of businesses, from shops, pharmacies, bars, museums, restaurants. Very busy, especially in the afternoon - night is where you will enjoy the tour much more since many live music groups arrive and some cultural groups that perform dances and representations of the ancient Mayan civilization that inhabited the place. A place to party or shop, to enjoy alone, as a couple or with the family. It is a must visit if you come to the Mexican Caribbean.Visited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 4, 2024
- Brygida MelisaMontreal, Canada340 contributionsAmazing cultural experience:)It is a must do of course . The wide variety of restaurants, local shops , international shops . All you can have . Wax museums etc It was an amazing experience to walk through the streets and alley ways , beautiful decorative, arts , seeing the performers on the streets. You can spend hours and the feel like minutes . Loved every minute of the time we walked . Day or night . We went a few times as you can’t get enough .Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 4, 2024
- Kevin PHalifax, Canada205 contributionsIf you don't mind a lot of walking and constantly being hassled, then do itA LONG walk. A lot of the stores offer the same thing, tequila and the various souvenirs. Be wary of some of the stores trying to hock overpriced tequila. They can be kind as can be while they think you are buying something, then turn nasty when you don't.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 7, 2024
- AVA817Texas9 contributionsGood Day OutingWent during the day and it was great. A ton of souvenir shops and restaurants. Also walked through Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall which also a very nice walk with great shops. Do shop owners ask you to come in yes but a simple No Thank You or No Gracias and they move on. Was a nice little trip to town to get off the beach for a day. Ate lunch at Las Hijas de la Tostada 5ta Av. y Calle 2 and it was absolutely fantastic. No one offered us drugs like others said but I can see night time being a different story. The beach vendors usually were the ones to offer but also a simple No Gracias and they move on no one pushed you. Would recommend during day time.Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 18, 2024
- Johny VMedellin, Colombia237 contributionsWalk with friendsBeautiful place to go on vacation, you find too many dining and bar options to spend pleasant afternoons and evenings. We stayed in a hotel very close to Fifth Avenue, every day we walked along the avenue and ate in different places. Recommended to travel from there to the parks since they are closer.Visited October 2023Traveled with friendsWritten May 21, 2024
- Stephen KVancouver, Canada211 contributionsBirthday breakGreat vibrant place with lots of live entertainment. Be careful of two for one drink offers (watered down) and hidden inclusive tips on your bill. It’s very touristy with endless street vendors trying to sell all sorts. There are some excellent restaurants like Harry’s. it’s a fun location to kick back and relax.Visited May 2024Traveled soloWritten May 25, 2024
- Anna DCaen, France2 contributionsScandalousNice street to walk around. All kinds of shops, restaurant and bar. Award excessive in relation to the standard of living of Mexico. Only one shop to decrier is the one that offers to have your picture taken and feed baby felines (lion cub, tigers...) It's outrageous to see that in our time. Run away from this place so it stops. How human beings supposed to walk through that door. In a world where they say everything is done for the protection of the planet and animal protection. As tempting as it is, don't think about these poor animals!Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 11, 2024
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Nines66
Pinto, Spain9 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Good experience!!!
We went from the hotel to Playa el Carmen in the collective vans, here a lot of 🥵 insufficient air, old and poorly maintained
But there fine!!! Many shops to buy souvenirs and tequila (Chedraui supermarket, good prices and good assortment) at a better price than at the hotel!!!
We ate at a typical Mexican restaurant called El Rincon de Mike and it was wonderfully delicious and very well priced.
recommendable
We went from the hotel to Playa el Carmen in the collective vans, here a lot of 🥵 insufficient air, old and poorly maintained
But there fine!!! Many shops to buy souvenirs and tequila (Chedraui supermarket, good prices and good assortment) at a better price than at the hotel!!!
We ate at a typical Mexican restaurant called El Rincon de Mike and it was wonderfully delicious and very well priced.
recommendable

Written September 17, 2023
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2013_SouthernGirl
Atlanta, GA89 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
A must see at least once! For the kids days are fine but there are areas at night I wouldn't take them. But for adults wanting to experience the unusual, crazy, fun atmosphere, Night time is it! We were a large group & had a lot of fun. Everything from mom & pops store to the big name brands. We didn't find any deals but there was a lot of street entertainers, music & very busy crowded streets. We didn't have any problems. Had kind of the atmosphere of a carnival to me where the store vendors would try n talk you into having a look at there goods.But no one pushy or rude to us. Even little kids would come up to you wanting you to buy from them. Like I said. A MUST SEE !!
Written May 21, 2023
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KD1933
Jackson, MS47 contributions
Jul 2022
"Fifth Avenue" in Playa is loud, full of business owners hawking their wares, restaurants blasting music and cheesy souvenir shops. But its fun! Watch the "characters" roaming around-they'll hook you into taking a selfie then demand $20 USD. But there are some quality restaurants with outstanding service and other businesses worth checking out. A must stop if you are in Playa.
Written July 10, 2022
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A J
Upper Franconia, Germany12 contributions
May 2024 • Family
It wasn't the first time we were in Mexico and also in Playa del Carmen, and unfortunately this time I'm really disappointed that you can't do anything for a day without people trying to rip you off.
From sightseeing to the amusement parks, eating everything.
We like to spend a little more, but for a hamburger with fries it costs 499 pesos or 4 tacos 30 euros + 1 margherita = 40 euros.
We also apparently went to a qualified tequila shop and bought an extra expensive "tequila" there.
So my tip (no matter what you buy except maybe magnets and sombreros) is to buy it from Walmart or Chedraui or Soriana.
Unless you love being ripped off for cheap goods.
One day we apparently got a voucher for free food at the Xcaret Hotel because we bought the tickets to the park.
‼️‼️Be careful ‼️‼️, the biggest scam ever
Breakfast yes and also a 90 minute presentation of the hotel (bombastic, mega) in which the men and women ask you clever questions and then try to sell you a membership, which of course is not completely legal and where they are tripping over themselves with offers, and at the beginning only our hotel guide was there, then when he was no longer able to answer the questions, the manager came, then the international manager for this membership program.
We were supposed to sign straight away, when we asked to take the contract with us to take a closer look, they didn't want that and didn't let us take THE OFFER with us.
There is even a FB group and it is called Scamed by Xcaret.
The only cool thing was hearing what they were saying because I speak fluent Spanish.
But it leaves a bitter aftertaste, especially because we got engaged in Mexico 10 years ago and now wanted to celebrate our 10-year anniversary with a child.
They aren't particularly friendly towards children either.
All they see are dollar signs and that's it.
What a pity
From sightseeing to the amusement parks, eating everything.
We like to spend a little more, but for a hamburger with fries it costs 499 pesos or 4 tacos 30 euros + 1 margherita = 40 euros.
We also apparently went to a qualified tequila shop and bought an extra expensive "tequila" there.
So my tip (no matter what you buy except maybe magnets and sombreros) is to buy it from Walmart or Chedraui or Soriana.
Unless you love being ripped off for cheap goods.
One day we apparently got a voucher for free food at the Xcaret Hotel because we bought the tickets to the park.
‼️‼️Be careful ‼️‼️, the biggest scam ever
Breakfast yes and also a 90 minute presentation of the hotel (bombastic, mega) in which the men and women ask you clever questions and then try to sell you a membership, which of course is not completely legal and where they are tripping over themselves with offers, and at the beginning only our hotel guide was there, then when he was no longer able to answer the questions, the manager came, then the international manager for this membership program.
We were supposed to sign straight away, when we asked to take the contract with us to take a closer look, they didn't want that and didn't let us take THE OFFER with us.
There is even a FB group and it is called Scamed by Xcaret.
The only cool thing was hearing what they were saying because I speak fluent Spanish.
But it leaves a bitter aftertaste, especially because we got engaged in Mexico 10 years ago and now wanted to celebrate our 10-year anniversary with a child.
They aren't particularly friendly towards children either.
All they see are dollar signs and that's it.
What a pity

Written June 5, 2024
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Christian M
Copenhagen, Denmark6,223 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen is a 4 km long pedestrian street that crosses the city parallel to the beach. The street is the city's lifeline and has everything one could desire from businesses offering:
Cheap booze
Cheap tacos
Cheap souvenirs
Tattoos & piercings
Taxis & tour deals
Everywhere, you are beckoned by sellers from the shops trying to grab your attention.
Does it sound cheesy and annoying? Well, it might fit with the audience that continuously strolls through the street in bikinis, tank tops, or just bare midriffs with tattoos from toe to neck.
Cheesy street in a cheesy town, sorry to say.
Cheap booze
Cheap tacos
Cheap souvenirs
Tattoos & piercings
Taxis & tour deals
Everywhere, you are beckoned by sellers from the shops trying to grab your attention.
Does it sound cheesy and annoying? Well, it might fit with the audience that continuously strolls through the street in bikinis, tank tops, or just bare midriffs with tattoos from toe to neck.
Cheesy street in a cheesy town, sorry to say.
Written January 24, 2024
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Jody W
20 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
OK, if you need something specific, this street is likely to have it, but if you want to browse and enjoy an afternoon shopping, give it a miss. There are pan handlers left, right and centre, shouting in your ear, trying to corral you into their store, promising you the 'best deal' or that they recognise you from the hotel. They look at the wristbands that tourists invariably have on and know which ones relate to which resort. They shout, "Hey bro, don't you remember me, I'm a waiter at (whichever hotel your wristband represents). I'll look after you and get you whatever you need." It gets to be like a broken record and they're as persistent and annoying as horseflies. The fact that they're trying to sell something to you and the first words out their mouth is a blatant lie tells you that you can't trust them as far as you can throw them. If it was one or two, I could tolerate it, but it's every 30 seconds. The street is packed with shops, punting tourist tat and mass produced crap that's wildly overpriced. Quite frankly, it's 2 hours of your life you'll never get back. There's also an animal attraction half way down the street called Animallandia. We hate wild animals being held captive for human entertainment, so we wouldn't be seen dead in anything like this, let alone give them our money, but a little part of me died when I spotted a drowsy (drugged) tiger cub on a leash in the doorway. There's a big screen outside showing videos of their licenses and certificates. This spoke volumes to me, as for them to feel the need to do this illustrates that many people have lodged complaints. As I've said, I didn't go in, so I can't give any detail, but there are plenty of reviews on this platform from people that have and many of them don't make for pleasant reading. Save your money, time and sanity by avoiding this tourist trap.
Written July 20, 2023
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tiara292003
Moncton, Canada77 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
I stopped in a shop to buy an candy skull and was offered a tequila tasting. My husband and I agreed. It was very good tequila! Very smooth.
After some back and forth we agreed on a price of $135 for tequila and a small bottle of coffee tequila.
Got home and tasted it. It was awful and burned. Not smooth like at the tasting. Checked the coffee tequila and even that wasnt the same as the tasting.
Total bait and switch. I am so disappointed.
I knew the bottle I wanted was over priced and was willing to pay it because it was a nice smooth tequila. I posted photos of signs in front of shop.
Another shop owner tried the old trick “I know you! I work on your resort” They look at your resort band and try to trick you and then give the sob story to get you to buy. Luckily my husband and I knew this trick and pulled her away.
5th avenue is one bit scamming tourist trap. Dont go unless u like being parted with your money and being played for a fool!
After some back and forth we agreed on a price of $135 for tequila and a small bottle of coffee tequila.
Got home and tasted it. It was awful and burned. Not smooth like at the tasting. Checked the coffee tequila and even that wasnt the same as the tasting.
Total bait and switch. I am so disappointed.
I knew the bottle I wanted was over priced and was willing to pay it because it was a nice smooth tequila. I posted photos of signs in front of shop.
Another shop owner tried the old trick “I know you! I work on your resort” They look at your resort band and try to trick you and then give the sob story to get you to buy. Luckily my husband and I knew this trick and pulled her away.
5th avenue is one bit scamming tourist trap. Dont go unless u like being parted with your money and being played for a fool!
Written January 20, 2024
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Sarah
Chicago, IL3 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This is a cool place to check out once, maybe. Lots of harassment by shop owners, restaurants, etc. Definitely beware of extremely overpriced souvenirs, we got swindled big time which was probably our fault for not knowing better. We ate at one of the restaurants which was okay. We chose a restaurant off a side street on another visit which was much better and less harassment. I get these people are trying to promote their businesses but just beware and get comfortable saying NO.
Written March 7, 2023
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Steve B
Bristol, UK7 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Avenue 5 is not NEARLY as scary as other reviews have made it out to be. It's not a patch on the medinas in Tunisia, for example
It's a pleasant wander, and we never encountered any unwanted interactions which couldn't be dismissed with a simple 'non gracias'.
It IS worth taking a sweatband/ large bracelet/ watch which you can use to cover the all inclusive bracelet your hotel provides. Some people WILL try and work out which hotel you're from and then launch into a spiel about them being a waiter from your hotel, and this is their sister's shop etc etc etc. And it's nice to cut that nonsense out from the start.
It's expensive, and prices are unpredictable so it's worth bartering. You can safely get half off their original price, in most cases.
It's a pleasant wander, and we never encountered any unwanted interactions which couldn't be dismissed with a simple 'non gracias'.
It IS worth taking a sweatband/ large bracelet/ watch which you can use to cover the all inclusive bracelet your hotel provides. Some people WILL try and work out which hotel you're from and then launch into a spiel about them being a waiter from your hotel, and this is their sister's shop etc etc etc. And it's nice to cut that nonsense out from the start.
It's expensive, and prices are unpredictable so it's worth bartering. You can safely get half off their original price, in most cases.
Written October 28, 2022
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FoodieDayton
Vandalia, OH286 contributions
Nov 2022
Well known touristy street in playa with plenty of bars, restaurants, massage ladies, and souvenir shops. These all pale in comparison to the harassment you will receive or the drugs you will get offered. Endure it if you are really wanting a drink or restaurant on Fifth street, otherwise, go to any other street for peace and quiet and a more authentic feel....
Written December 3, 2022
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Buenas noches próximamente iré a 5ta avenida me gustaría saber saber si hay hoteles sobre la 5ta avenida y como se llaman muchas gracias
Written October 5, 2022
Sí los hay, pero sería más eficaz si lo buscás en Google Maps. También hay en la avenida paralela que se llama la av. 10.
La 5ta avenida es una calle peatonal paralela a la playa.
Si buscas fiesta busca los que están cerca del antro Coco Bongo, si buscas tranquilidad aléjate unas 4 cuadras mínimo del mismo lugar.
Written October 6, 2022
Is there any day of the dead celebrations or parades this year?
Written October 2, 2022
Hola! Si uno alquila un carro y el hotel no tiene parqueo, donde se puede dejar?
Written April 7, 2022
Estacionar en Quinta Avenida no es bueno. Hay algunos estacionamientos en la calle más lejos de la playa, pero probablemente sugeriría alquilar un automóvil cuando salga de Playa. No parece peligroso, simplemente muy apretado. Si solo lo alquila para llegar a Playa desde el aeropuerto... no lo haga. Tomar el autobús. Traducido por traductor de google.
Written April 8, 2022
Are there renovations going on along the avenue? if so, is part of 5th Ave closed off or open for business ? heading down towards the end of summer and wondering if it will be an option for a night out or two!
thanks!
Written June 3, 2020
buongiorno
ho in programma una vacanza a playa del carmen e volevo chiedere le zone migliori per la passeggiata dopo il mare.
grazie e saluti
sergio
Written September 29, 2019
Puoi fare tutte le passeggiate che vuoi. La via è piena di negozi e in una mezz’oretta arrivi al porto.
Written September 29, 2019
Por favor necesito información para alquilar un coche sin depósito y sin franquicia
Es urgente
Gracias
Written July 28, 2019
Wir sind immer mit dem Bus oder Taxi gefahren , das verlief reibbungslos und war zudem erschwinglich .
Written August 4, 2019
Buenas! Quien me puede informar sobre el sargazo en Playacar? Realmente ya no existe el agua turquesa y transparente? Son algas tóxicas que puedan afectar la salud? Gracias!
Written June 29, 2019
Es real
En este momento está lleno de zargazo, esperemos que lo remuevan pronto
Written July 13, 2019
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