Parque la Ceiba

Playa del Carmen


Two blocks west of the highway, this pretty park has play areas for kids, shady picnic spots and walking trails as well as activities such as movie screenings, yoga classes and the occasional concert. Every third Saturday of the month, La Ceiba hosts a crafts market with Maya artisans selling their wares.


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