The 13 Best Tickets & Entry Passes in Playa del Carmen

1.Tickets to Rio Secreto and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 521 reviews · 3.5 - 6.5 hours · from $89Our pick

Rio Secreto takes you 600 meters into a limestone cave system, where you walk and swim past stalactites and clear underground water with a bilingual guide. Wetsuit, life vest, helmet, and water shoes are provided. Expect a small group, no personal cameras, and a simple regional lunch afterward.

“We were a bit apprehensive as some of the reviews called out the cave tour to be a bit difficult as we were visiting with a 12 and 9 year old. However at the reception we were pleased to see that the activity is rated as one of the top 10 activities for families by Natgeo and the actual experience turned out to be far superior to what we expected. Omar was an excellent guide navigating seamlessly between Spanish and English and very kind to a couple of less mobile older individuals in our Group. We and the kids had loads of fun and there were other kids a couple…”

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2.3D Museum of Wonders Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $41Top rated

Spend around 90 to 120 minutes at an air-conditioned, one-floor gallery of interactive 3D art in central Playa del Carmen. Touch screens, pose with the paintings, and bring your camera at no extra charge. Staff can help set up photos, even if you’re visiting alone. Admission includes access during the museum’s opening hours, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

“We really enjoyed all of the art on display. My wife is excited to go back again. We also liked the friendly staff”

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3.Chichén Itzá Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 343 reviews · from $75

This one-day ticket gives you skip-the-line entry to Chichén Itzá, a major Maya city active from about 600 to 1200 AD. You explore independently, with no guide or transportation included. The ticket is sent by WhatsApp or email the day before your visit, and the express entry process can save time when queues are long.

“It cost a bit more, but the lines when I got to the site were long and I was able to go to a window with no line & breeze right through. I'm glad I spent the extra.”

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4.Ultramar Ferry, Regular round ticket, Playa del Carmen-Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 302 reviews · 30 to 35 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Take Ultramar’s 30 to 35 minute ferry crossing between Playa del Carmen and Cozumel on a regular round ticket. Collect your boarding passes at the Ultramar office at Navega federal pier, then wait in the terminal 30 minutes before departure. Live music, room for luggage, and snacks and drinks for sale add comfort to the ride.

“Seth was amazing! We loved the experience and everything turned out perfect. If you’re looking for a photoshoot in Istanbul, Seth service is a perfect choice.”

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5.Skip the line: Gold Member Ticket Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 300 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.)

At Coco Bongo in Playa del Carmen, a Gold Member Ticket gets you skip-the-line entry, alcoholic drinks from the premium open bar, and a high-energy show with more than 40 artists and flying acrobats. The experience starts at 10:00 pm and lasts about three to six hours. No guide is named; the venue show is the main event.

“Requested a refund as couldn’t make requested before the time and date and still haven’t heard anything back that’s over £200 down the drain and no response”

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6.Skip the line: Regular Ticket Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 249 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.)

Coco Bongo’s regular ticket gets you into a high-energy Playa del Carmen club show featuring acrobats, stage performers, impersonators, and singalong hits. It is scheduled to start at 10 pm and lasts about three to five hours. Five drinks are advertised as included, but entry and drink handling have caused confusion, so check your ticket details before you go.

“Depuis le covid, le billet coupe file régulier ne coupe pas la file. Vous devez faire la file comme toutes les autres personnes qui ont acheté un billet régulier. Les billets régulier entrent après les vip et gold. Nous avons adoré l'expérience, mais les billets réguliers sont par terre et il y a énormément de monde. On se fait bousculer et on a manqué les parties du spectacle à l étage. Je crois que les billets vip ou gold auraient vraiment value la peine. Malgré tout, on a adoré. À faire absolument.”

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7.Rio Secreto Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

At Rio Secreto near Playa del Carmen, you’ll walk and swim through an underground cave system with a guide, helmet lamp, life jacket and wetsuit. The tour lasts about three hours, with lunch, lockers and towels included. Guides named by visitors include Martín, Jared, Marite and Paulina. Bring steady footing, and budget separately if you want the paid photos.

“Fun, memorable, our guide Alo was great! Very well run. Equipment and facilities were very clean. Lunch was good. Photos were over priced.”

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8.Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 139 reviews · from $55

This self-guided, one-day ticket covers Tulum’s Maya ruins and Jaguar Park, including beach and museum access and electric transport within the park. You exchange your voucher for a paper ticket at Tulum Mayan Market near the entrance. No guide or transport to the site is included.

“Semplicità nell’acquisto dei biglietti. Guida in italiano a parte trovata in loco”

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9.Round-Trip Hotel Pick up + Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · from $128

See Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ in a custom-built theater in the Riviera Maya jungle. The show follows an alchemist and his granddaughter through a story told with acrobatics, music, and Mexican influences. Choose a ticket with dinner and Champagne or attend the performance without them. Round-trip hotel pickup is offered in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“We were amazed by this show. Having seen Cirque du Soleil’s shows both under the big top and resident (Las Vegas and Orlando), this is the best overall experience. From the moment you are dropped off and greeted like royalties, to the Read more”

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10.Chichen Itza Walking Tour with Audioguide (no ticket)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $7Best value

Follow a self-guided, English-language app tour through Chichén Itzá, with 16 audio recordings, an offline GPS map, and illustrations to help identify the sights. Plan for about 90 minutes. You bring your own phone and headphones, and buy site admission separately. There is no human guide.

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11.Selva Maya Eco Adventure Ticket with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 4 hours · from $89

Spend four hours at Selva Maya Eco Adventure Park near Tulum, tackling nine ziplines, rope bridges, a climbing pyramid, a rappel, and two guided cenote snorkeling stops. Guides include David, Miguel Angelo, and Gael. Equipment, water, tacos, rice, salsa, and one beer or soda are included; transportation and optional ATVs are not.

“Super expérience et Gael notre guide étais très gentil”

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12.YAL-KU Park in Riviera Maya Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 11 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $22

Visit Yal-Kú Lagoon in Akumal for a swim or snorkel among fish and fresh-water currents. Choose basic entry, an option with snorkel equipment, or a package with equipment and lunch. The park has showers, changing rooms, WiFi, and free parking, while shade palapas and lockers cost extra.

“Una experiencia alucinante cuando ingresas al agua y vez ese otro mundo que es el acuático. Los peces son muy diversos y hermosos. El parque está excelentemente cuidado”

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13.Cancún: Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 1.5 - 2.5 hours · from $87

At Vidanta Riviera Maya, Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ pairs an 80-minute theatrical story with acrobatics, unusual characters, and, if you choose, gourmet food and Champagne. Pick show-only, appetizers, dinner, or VIP. The 650-seat theater keeps the performance intimate, and English- and Spanish-speaking hosts are available.

“mi experiencia fue espectacular, el servicio desde la recepción, la cena exquisita, el servicio del mesero muy bueno. muchas gracias. y ¡felicidades!”

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