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Beaches
Acapulco has more than 20 kilometers (12 miles) of beaches. On them, from Barra Vieja to Pie de la Cuesta, you can do all sorts of activities: aquatic sports, diving or simply basking in the sun on what many people consider Mexico’s most popular beaches.
– This beach, located in front of Caleta and Caletilla, is on Roqueta Island and is protected by the Mexican Navy. To arrive at this beautiful destination, you can take a boat that leaves from Caleta Beach.You can do aquatic sports thanks to its small waves. We recommend you visit the lighthouse and the zoo, which are located on the same island as this beach.
– Located 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) southeast of Acapulco, you can arrive at the Puerto Marques Bay by driving down a panoramic highway and taking a turnoff toward the port. This beach is a favorite among locals. You can find several places to enjoy delicious fish and seafood dishes.
– Known for its calm waters and gorgeous scenery, these beaches are located on Costera Miguel Aleman Avenue, in front of Roqueta Island. You can arrive there on foot or on public transportation. Two of Acapulco’s most traditional beaches where you’ll find Magico Mundo Marino amusement park, which offers lodging on park grounds, as well as swimming pools, water slides, restaurants and aquatic sport rentals..
– Located in the Zona Dorada in the southern portion of the bay, is one of Acapulco’s biggest and longest beaches. The waves are generally moderate at this beach. This beach is located in the hotel zone and is ideal for doing all kinds of water sports that require rentals. Here you’ll find the CICI aquatic park, which has dolphin and seal shows. It also offers water slides, swimming pools, and small aquariums, among other attractions.
– Located 10 kilometers (6 miles) northeast of the Acapulco Bay, this beach is known for its strong surf, so be careful when swimming. You can arrive by taking the Pie de la Cuesta highway until you reach the four-kilometer mark in Barra de Coyuca. On this small beach of powdery sand, where you can look out onto the open sea, there are various restaurants offering delicious fish and seafood dishes. You can also relax in the sun or shade on a hammock or take a boat ride to Coyuca Lagoon.
– You’ll find Revolcadero four kilometers (2.5 miles) east of Puerto Marques. The waves and undertow are strong so be careful in the water.This is a huge beach where you can do various water sports like surfing, jet skiing, or you can simply soak up the sun while you enjoy a snack or tasty meal in one of the restaurants.
– Located five kilometers southeast of Puerto Marques. This beach is famous for its powdery sand beaches and strong surf. This beach on the open sea, where some of the most important tourist resorts are located, is a beautiful place to do water sports, however you should be very careful, as the surf can be rough.
– Located in the Zona Dorada area along Costera Miguel Aleman Avenue, you will find one of Acapulco’s most popular beaches. You’ll find restaurants and shopping malls at this beach. You can also do water sports and bungee jumping from 50 meters (165 feet) high.
– These three beaches are located along Costera Miguel Aleman Avenue and are known for their finely textured sand and small waves. On these beaches you can do all kinds of water sports as well as taking in some sun on a hammock.
– Located in the Punta Diamante zone about 15 minutes from the airport. This area is famous for its luxurious villas, which have proven popular to celebrities.
– The beach is 27 kilometers (16.7 miles) south of Acapulco, where the waters of the Papagayo River and Tres Palos Lagoon meet with the Pacific Ocean. On this beach, you can go on a long horseback ride surrounded by lovely scenery. You can arrive at the beach in public or private transportation. Don’t forget to try the pescado a la talla (the grilled catch of the day).
Culture
Acapulco offers a wide variety of crafts that come from many different parts of the nation, however most come from the state of Guerrero. In the port city, you can find many shops that sell seashells and conches, crafts made from coconut palms, traditional sweets, silver jewelry, ceramics, and handmade clothes.
If you want something with more local flavor, many small towns sell attractive and original crafts. For those looking for art, there are various dealers and galleries throughout the city.
The parties and festivals in Acapulco are ceremonies that bring together the goodwill and customs of a fun-loving coastal town: in February, the Acapulco carnival is celebrated; on March 19, San Jose day is commemorated; during November, you can visit the state fair.
The biggest party of the year falls on December 12 and it celebrates the Virgin of Guadalupe. On that eventful day, you’ll see long processions and many flowers full of color and tradition
In Acapulco, we recommend that you visit a unique and indestructible XVI century construction, built to defend the port city against possible pirate attacks. Today it is open to the public and is a treasure that you will truly appreciate.
– Located on Hornitas Street in the Colonia Centro neighborhood, this is an old fort that has been converted into the Acapulco History Museum. There, you can learn about the fort’s history and visit different rooms entitled: The Manila Galleon, Pirates in the Pacific and Trade from the Orient. A spectacular light and sound show is offered, which narrates the history of the port during colonial times
Entertainment & Dining
Acapulco has many important shopping centers such as La Gran Plaza, Plaza Bahia, Plaza Marabella and Plaza Condesa, all located along Costera Miguel Aleman Avenue. They have clothing stores, jewlery shops and exclusive boutiques.
You can also visit more traditional marketplaces like an artisans’ market, where you will find all kinds of sweets and souvenirs local to this port city.
In Acapulco, you’ll find a wide variety of places offering the best in international cuisine. Among the port city’s traditional dishes are: ceviche prepared with Sierra fish, octopus in vinegar, clams, various seafood cocktails and the famous pescado a la talla (the grilled catch of the day). We also recommend that you try the stuffed suckling pig or the picaditas in Puerto Marques, which are made by frying tortilla dough in lard and topping it with various ingredients and a spicy Serrano chili pepper sauce.
Another tasty treat is the pellizcada, which in Acapulco is a type of gordita filled with fish, olives and spices. You’ll also find fish tamales with Mexican pepper leaf, white rice, white or Guerrero-style green pozole and coconut sweets. To accompany the feast, have a drink of petaquilla, a mescal derivative prepared with local grapes, or sip on a regional drink called a tuba, prepared with coconut or regional fruits.
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