Mazatlan’s excellent location and Attractions

Surrounded by the Sierra Madre Mountains, Mazatlán is situated on Mexico’s northern Pacific coast in the state of Sinaloa. Mazatlan is an active Sea Port with growing arrivals and departures of ships. In addition to Freight Ships, Mazatlan is an important Port of Call for Cruise Ships visiting the Mexican Pacific Coast due to its many attractions and things to do. Mazatlan due to its location on the West side of Mexico, is one of the most popular beach resort areas in the Country. Mazatlan has developed Miles and Miles of very beautiful beaches, extending its coastal boulevard all along the water front, north of the original town and Port. Locals with pride, call Mazatlan the Pearl of the Pacific. Mazatlan is a Natural jewel surrounded by rich vegetation and agriculture plantations.

Why do People Choose Mazatlan

Mazatlan has over 5500 Tourist Hotel rooms to cater all sorts of Travelers. Honeymooners have found Mazatlan a perfect spot to begin their newly acquired status. Mazatlan is also a frequently chosen destination for Romantic Weekend Breaks Abroad, for fun seeking singles, as well as families enjoying very complete vacations. For many decades, Mazatlan has been one of the favorite destinations of people living in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Washington and very specially those from California. Hotels are constantly updated and year after year you find new resort openings. You already have 3 Golf Courses to choose from and they are building new ones. People really enjoy the spirit of hospitality rendered by the people of Mazatlan who are always in a dedicated service attitude for tourists to really make the best of their vacation.

Mazatlan will take care of you with many things to do

Mazatlan has many attractions and people do travel hundreds of Miles in order to get pleasure from the warm sea shores with calmed tides or nice waves for surfers. Visitors enjoy the landscape of the extended water front scenery which includes many monuments and landmarks set through the centuries as part of the evolution of this beautiful area. You  may start with El Faro, Mazatlan’s Marine Lighthouse, is nestled on a Hill 152 Meters high, almost the measure of the one on Gibraltar. Archeological Museum located in the Historical District with Colonial Architecture on Osuna Street close to Olas Altas. You will graphically see Mazatlan’s Pre Hicpanic past and the origin of the Port and City. From Olas Altas, you can go on the Paseo del Centenario the hill known as El Cerro de Vigía where you will get a nice overview of the area and the northern Coast line. When going North and taking avenida del Mar you will find “Monumento al Pescador” showing the original gear that was used by the original fishermen of Mazatlan. Additionally on Avenida del Mar you will encounter the Emblem of Mazatlan as well as the Insignia  of the State of Sinaloa both simbols showing the essence of local historical believes. Other place to visit are Rubio Theater (Teatro Rubio). On Carnaval Street in Machado Park; Machado Plaza (Plazuela Machado). ConstitucioSt n and Sixto Osuna, near Carnaval. (Portales de Canobbio.). Heriberto Frias (no street number). Isla de la Piedra, Mazatlan Aquarium, other The Three Islands (Pajaros, Lobos and Venado).

Mazatlan shopping will gratify you and extend your dollars.

Down town Mazatlan has clothing & apparel stores, jewelries, shoe shops, restaurants, some still standing in their original spot for over 100 years. Mazatlan also has 21st Century Malls and shopping centers where you find all sorts of Items over 90% manufactured in Mexico, where your Dollar value extends very favorably. Most foreign visitors consider Mazatlan a very pleasant and bargain shopping area. Take a stroll around Old Mazatlan and its Colonial District with its colorful architecture and style. Outdoor Coffee shops will attract your relaxation during your look around with Ice Cream, lemonade or some other type of fruit juice. Once you are close by, take a peep from the hill “Cerro de Vigia” and enjoy a pleasant overview of Mazatlan. The down town area still has the flavor of the cities that once our Grand Parents could have lived in. In any case, Mazatlan is chosen for its beaches, water front and endless activities such as aquatic sports, children’s activities, fishing, bird-watching, golf, tennis, horseback riding, fine dining, shopping and very reputed nightlife.

When moving around, you will find picturesque taxis manufactured locally which are open to the breeze and are much fun to ride. The Tourist Area, very specially for Dinner and night life is along the “Camaron-Sabalo Strip” or northern Hotel Zone. Starting at the Valentino’s discotheque and from there north-west.