Generally, Playa del Carmen (PDC) is a very safe city. The tourist areas are well patrolled by police and the locals are friendly. Most safety tips are common sense to follow any time you travel.

 - Stay on the main streets where other tourists travel

- Never walk alone at night

- Avoid wearing jewelry or carrying anything that will make you a target for thieves or pickpockets

- Be careful using ATMs, especially at night

 A note on using credit cards: If you plan to use your credit card while in Mexico, it is a good idea to inform your credit card company before you travel. Many credit card companies will freeze activity on a credit card if unexpected foreign transactions begin showing up.