Acapulco

THE STORIED CITY OF ACAPULCO

Acapulco is a destination to enjoy with family, a significant other or with friends. It has a perfect tropical climate almost year-round and offers attractions all day and night. During the day, the focus is on the beaches, where virtually any type of traditional, water or extreme sport is available. At nightfall, a variety of clubs, restaurants and entertainment centers open their doors to visitors and locals.

ART AND CULTURE FOR THE SENSES

The city has historical sites and places where you will find local and traditional craftworks such as:

• Diego  Rivera’s Exekatlkalli Mural. At the Casa de Dolores Olmedo, the largest Rivera collector.

• La Casa de la Máscara

• San Diego Fort

• The craftworks market

ENJOY REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

The dominant dishes are fish and other seafood, but there are also dishes with tamarind and other sweets. Among the most popular restaurants are:

• Baikal. Classic French, Mediterranean and Asian cuisine.

• Becco al Mare. Contemporary Italian cuisine.

• Carlos and Charlie's. Lively and bustling with a variety of dishes, including one of its specialties, barbecue ribs.

• El Olvido. Tastes of the sea, Mexico and the world.

• Hard Rock Cafe.  A classic! Delicious dishes served with rock and roll.

• Hooters. Hamburgers, chicken, hotdogs and any variety of sandwiches and beer.

• Madeiras. Wide variety of land and sea dishes and home made pastries.

• Mezzanotte. Italian Food.

• Señor Frog´s. Crazy, fun atmosphere with all sorts of games, and entertainers who serve tequila "shots."

• Zuntra. Combination of Mediterranean and Mexican flavors with Asian touches.

EXPERIENCE THE NATURAL WORLD

There are multiple sites for ecotourism and water sports.

• Coyuca Lagoon.You can hike through jungle landscapes, visit Bird Island, take a trip to the Isle of the Man with Seven Wives (where they filmed the movie "Rambo II") and enjoy La Barra, where the lagoon, river and sea meet. This is also where they filmed the TV series "Tarzan.”

• Fishing. There are abundant species very close to the bay, including sailfish, dorado, red snapper, marlin, sharks and other varieties.

• Papagayo Park. Protected area of over 200,000 square meters.

• Cici Acapulco Mágico. Water park with slides, pools, a dolphin show and dining centers.

• La Quebrada. Where famous divers dive from a cliff about 150 feet high.

• Golf. Has four spectacular 18-hole courses, located in luxury hotels and residential areas.

SHOPPING

A variety of clothing and beach apparel stores, as well as craftwork bazaars, clothing designers’ boutiques and exclusive jewelers.

• Plaza Bahía. Has a large selection of international fashion, jewelers, shoe stores, furniture, sporting goods and restaurants.

• Artisan Market. Wide variety of Mexican souveniers and clothing in a place you will surely like.

FEEL THE EXCITING NIGHTLIFE

In Acapulco, entertainment at night is almost mandatory. There is large variety of nightclubs and bars to visit. Make sure to make this a part of your visit to the beautiful resort town. Among the most popular clubs are:

• Baby'O. Opened its doors in 1976 and continues to be the meeting place for national and international stars.

• El Alebrije. Has capacity for more than 5,000 people, and offers different music genres like pop, rock, disco, ballads, as well as Mexican regional music.

• Hard Rock Cafe. Decorated with famous international singers and musicians’ instruments and accessories.

• Mandara. Formerly known as Enigma. Has capacity for 2,000 people. Plays pop, rock and house music, among other genres.

• Mangos. Rock, pop and latin music.

• Ninas Club Tropical. Latin music, salsa, merengue, bachata, reggeaton, pop, house and classics, with live music and a show with professional dancers and imitators of your favorite artists.

• Palladium. Located on the scenic road Las Brisas, in the highest point of Acapulco, its gigantic windows —160 feet wide— give the sensation of being suspended in the air.

• Pure. With capacity for 2,000 people, it has the latest in audio technology and sound, and its impressive glass bar.