Is Playa del Carmen Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Playa del Carmen

Playa is moderately safe, every area is walkable without harassment. Also public transport is easy and safe, but you can take your dog in every transportation, yet you do it without paying for your animal. The center could be more violent in the weekends.

It can be relatively safe if you don’t venture in zones you should not, I chose to live in Playacar because it’s nicer and safer even tho the rents are higher. Try to never be by yourself at night time.

Its nice! The main square is super touristy and safe, you will get drugs offer at the bars and nightclubs, even at the streets. You can walk by the 5th street freely but if you walk a few blocks away from the main area or if you are around the beach very late you might get robbed.

It really depends on the zone that you are in. It is so important to get to know that downtown, generally speaking fifth Avenue and 10th St. area is pretty safe. A lot of foreigners living there, very well lit. Most Mexicans here speak English and most are helpful. Just don’t venture out of the city center to places you do not know by yourself at night, other than that you should be fine! 

I’ve been living in Playa Del Carmen as a single woman for the last 2 1/2 years and I feel safe here in the center area. I’ve never had any problems and there is a lot of police who patrol around. People are very friendly and respectful

Solo travel

I love Lido in the beach, eating with your feet in the sand with a wonderful view. And when finished you can go to Zensibar to dance all night long! The fifth avenue is lovely for shopping and more restaurants.

Group travel

Traveling to Playa del Carmen was one of the best experiences I’ve had. It was so lush and tropical, the culture was so rich and vibrant. It was very affordable to go out and explore and shop around local markets and streets. I never felt unsafe and it was mostly always populated and busy. Definitely will be going back!