PDC Guide
Travel
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.
iPhone
Your insider's guide to Playa del Carmen. Discover the best beaches, restaurants, events, and hidden gems—updated daily by locals who actually live here.
Welcome to Playa del Carmen—your way.
PDC Guide is the definitive mobile companion for exploring Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya. Whether you're planning your first trip, returning for another unforgettable vacation, or living here year-round, PDC Guide puts the best of Playa in your pocket.
Discover Local Favorites
From beachfront palapas on the north end to hidden taquerias off Quinta Avenida, explore hand-picked recommendations for restaurants, bars, beach clubs, cafés, and nightlife—curated by locals, not algorithms.
Events & What's Happening Now
Stay in the loop with live music, full-moon parties, food festivals, art walks, wellness events, and weekly happenings. Our events calendar is updated daily so you never miss what's going on while you're here.
Beaches & Cenotes
Find the perfect stretch of sand for your mood—family-friendly, party vibes, quiet escapes, or snorkeling spots. Plus curated guides to the best cenotes within driving distance, with tips on entrance fees, depth, and what to bring.
Day Trips & Excursions
Explore Tulum, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Chichén Itzá, Coba, Akumal, and Bacalar with easy-to-follow guides, transport tips, and honest recommendations on which tours are worth your money.
Practical Local Info
Get the answers tourists actually need: where to exchange money, how to use the colectivos, which ATMs to trust, tipping etiquette, safety tips, Spanish phrases that help, and how to avoid common tourist traps.
Offline-Friendly
Save your favorites and access key information even when your data connection gets spotty.
WHY PDC GUIDE?
Unlike generic travel apps, PDC Guide is built exclusively for Playa del Carmen. We're not trying to cover every city in the world—we're trying to be the best guide to this one. That means deeper recommendations, fresher updates, and real local perspective you can't get from a global platform.
PERFECT FOR
- First-time visitors planning their trip
- Return travelers looking for new experiences
- Digital nomads settling in for the long haul
- Expats and residents staying connected to the community
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The developer, Justin Hampton, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Location
- Contact Info
- User Content
- Identifiers
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Justin Hampton
- Size
- 53 MB
- Category
- Travel
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Contains
User-Generated Content
- Copyright
- © 2026