Things to do & places to visit in Pacific Coast, Mexico

Pacific Coast #6 destination in Mexico 2023. The average rating score is 4.36 based on 49.0k traveler reviews, of 120 attractions. Timezone: America/Mexico_City, current date and time: Sunday, May 05, 2024, 23:32.

Top things to do (26)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Jardin Botanico Culiacan (257 reviews)
- Amazing!!
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens

I really loved this place. It has a very wide variety of vegetation from dessert to tropical species. The garden is also filled with installations from different artists all across the place. I would recommend buying insect repellent at the gift shop from the beginning. Also visit early morning before it gets to hot. See more..
5.0 Observatorio 1873 (181 reviews)
- Great stop!
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Observation Decks & Towers

Take a step into history on a funicular ride. Admire the greatness of the port from the top of the Cerro del Vigía where you will live a trip to the past inside one of the oldest buildings in the city, where at the same time you will share the pleasure of knowing traditions in the mezcal process and being part of nature participating in the conservation of rescued birds in a space of care and education. ¡Live it up! and create a unique memory. See more..
4.5 Nuevo Vallarta Beach (3.548 reviews)
- Nuevo Vallarta Beach is Perfect!
Beaches

A beautiful long beach to walk on and great sunsets. Many birds can be seen every day and since I am a watercolor artist I captured great photos to use as references for future art works. Sand is perfect and we even found a few Venus clam shells. Hardly any tourists there right now so I was able to get lovely panoramic shots of the beach every day too. It was 78 degrees every day and the water was fine for swimming- never saw any little jellies so that was also nice. We saw a few families and the kids were having so much fun because it’s very shallow way out into the waves and no drop off. See more..
4.5 Things to Do in Nayarit (3.472 reviews)
- Must Do Ocean Adventure
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Islands

Formed as a result of volcanic activity, this group of uninhabited islands is a great place to spot marine wildlife like dolphins, manta rays, turtles, and even humpback whales during winter. It is best known for the photogenic Hidden Beach, a small bay completely enclosed by rock that can only be accessed by a water tunnel at low tide. Boat tours leave from Punta de Mila that's about 15 minutes away and include a mandatory marine park fee. To prevent over tourism, the number of daily visitors to the beach is limited, so book the tour early to secure your slot. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Malecón de Mazatlán (2.771 reviews)
- Good views
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Stretching from the original Mazatlan past the Golden Zone to the end of Cerritos Beach, Mazatlan's waterfront street is the backbone of the city. See more..
4.5 La Quebrada (2.472 reviews)
- Famous for the cliffs and diving show
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations

These cliffs are home to the daredevil cliff divers. See more..
4.5 Isla Ixtapa (2.393 reviews)
- A must do if going to Ixtapa
Islands

Since its development in 1970, this island has become a man-made paradise and wildlife reserve. See more..
4.5 Plaza Machado (2.124 reviews)
- Brimming with romance
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Central plaza named for Juan Nepomuceno Machado who donated the land. See more..
4.5 Playa La Ropa (1.455 reviews)
- More expensive
Beaches

Many hotels and restaurants are located along this beach. See more..
4.5 Catedral Mazatlán Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción (1.135 reviews)
- Everything you need to know about visiting the Cathedral
Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

Located in downtown Mazatlan, the architecture makes it well worth a visit. See more..
4.5 Santa Prisca de Taxco (1.124 reviews)
- Beautiful inside and out!!
Churches & Cathedrals

This 18th-century church, built with funds provided by silver tycoon José de la Borda, is the centerpiece of the town's main square. See more..
4.5 Capilla de la Paz (Chapel of Peace) (1.047 reviews)
- Loved it
Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals

Located on a hillside 1,200 feet above sea level, this contemporary chapel is recognized by its 130-foot cross. See more..
4.5 Old Mazatlan (996 reviews)
- Most beautiful at night
Neighborhoods

The old town Mazatlan is particularly beautiful at night. Although it is pretty anytime of the day, but the lighting at night makes it truly magical and worth wandering the streets looking for a small restaurant to have dinner or a coffee house to have a pastry and a cup of coffee. All the restaurants in the area are quite good and none will truly disappoint. So lose yourself walking around the old town and imagine what it was like 100 years ago when Mazatlan was just a small Fishermans town. See more..
4.5 Playa de Barra Vieja (679 reviews)
- A quiet, rustic Mexican beach
Beaches

A peaceful, popular beach. See more..
4.5 El Faro Mazatlán (675 reviews)
- El Faro Hike
Lighthouses

This lighthouse sits atop Cerro Creston, Mazatlan's highest hill. See more..
4.5 Zócalo (620 reviews)
- Beautiful Cathedral
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM City Tours

We were only in Taxco for 2 nights. We walked to the Zocalo from our hotel. We toured the Cathedral, and then people watched for a short time. So much activity, so many little shops, we bought a print of the church from one of the local shops. We would have liked to stay longer in Taxco. Such a unique experience. See more..
4.5 Playa los Muertos (578 reviews)
- Golden Flakes Beach
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

The sand is mesmerizing, with golden flakes within the grains, as the waves retrieve, the sight of the sands retrieving is just beautiful. The waves are manageable and the sand feels like walking on a pillow. The time I was there, May 2021 the water was clear. The rental of chairs at that point are cheaper than farther down, closer to the center of town. See more..
4.5 Museo Histórico de Acapulco Fuerte de San Diego (517 reviews)
- Short walk but stairs
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

This 18th-century Spanish fortress turned museum is occasionally the site for festive gatherings. See more..
4.5 Playa Brujas (514 reviews)
- Best beach and Restaurant in Mazatlan
Beaches

Situated at the northern end of Mazatlan, this beach is great for surfers and beach bums alike. See more..
4.5 Angela Peralta Theater (Teatro Angela Peralta) (475 reviews)
- Symphony in a wonderful theatre
Historic Sites • Bodies of Water • Theaters

Restored movie theater in downtown Mazatlan. See more..
4.5 Bahía de Zihuatanejo (450 reviews)
- Beautiful sunsets
Bodies of Water

Explore! Beautiful scenery and people. We’ve yet to have a bad meal. The sunsets are gorgeous! If you stay at the Thompson or further left you’ll see better sunsets or plan dinner early enough to watch it from many Ana omg restaurants! Beach is clean. See more..
4.5 Punta Diamante (440 reviews)
- Beautiful
Neighborhoods

Neighborhood overlooking the "C" shaped bay in original Acapulco. See more..
4.5 Barra Navidad (414 reviews)
- A MUST place to visit, while staying in Manzanillo or even stay at one of the hotels, right on the beach.
Beaches

Great place to visit or even stay in one of several hotels in the area. Very quaint, interesting stores and make sure you look around, there are several “good” restaurants. Breakfast try a banana, that’s Banana Restaurant, upstairs you will be very impressed. Lots of swimming and you could take a boat over to the island for an unforgettable lunch, great location and food. Highly recommended this location. See more..
4.5 Playa El Palmar (377 reviews)
- A Beautiful Beach
Beaches

This former coconut and mango plantation is now the best beach in Ixtapa. See more..
4.5 High Cliff Divers by Night with Dinner (314 reviews)
- Cliff diving show with a band
Lookouts

I watched the cliff diving show from the La Perla restaurant. The view is from the top down. One can walk down steps to watch the diving show from a different angle. The dinner at La Perla restaurant with the view is amazing. You come to the La Perla restaurant to view the diving and the ambience. The food is not the best, but it is good enough. Service at the restaurant is wonderful and each table seemed to have great views. If you could stay at the El Mirador hotel, of which the restaurant is a part of, it would be very convenient. There is plenty of security. A band plays romantic songs as the diving show progresses. Pay attention to the divers, as it is easy to miss the dives as they occur. See more..
4.5 Playa Miramar (307 reviews)
- Great destination beach
Beaches • Beach & Pool Clubs

A long stretch of beach, directly across the highway from Club Maeva. See more..
4.5 Destiladeras Beach (306 reviews)
- WAVES/SUN/BEACH!!
Beaches

Located between the cliffs of Punta del Burro, this beach is popular with sunbathers and surfers alike. See more..
4.5 Santuario de Cocodrilos El Cora (277 reviews)
- Fantastic Experience - Important FYI comments in the full review.
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Zoos

El Cora Crocodile Sanctuary will change your concept of wildlife through knowledge and close experiences that will make your hair stand on end. Our goal is to transmit the love for what surrounds us and the importance of conserving it through a guided tour by biologists and veterinarians who carry out the conservation and rehabilitation of the sanctuary. See more..
4.5 Centro Cultural La Casa de los Vientos (238 reviews)
- hidden treasure for art lovers by Diego Rivera
Sunday: Points of Interest & Landmarks

Created in 1956 and located on the side of a house, this mural is one of the city's most important cultural artifacts. See more..
4.5 Ciclopista de Ixtapa (235 reviews)
- A Great Place to Walk
Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails

We walked the section of the bike path that goes through the nature reserve, about 2.3 miles, heading south starting across the street from Playa Linda. The path is well maintained, very Uncrowded with pedestrians or bikers, mostly in the shade and so peaceful. We saw and heard lots of birds, some beautiful butterflies but no other wild life. We enjoyed ourselves immensely See more..