An exciting mixture of old and new Mexico, Mazatlán has been blessed with a
harbor of natural beauty. The neighboring mountain range rises as a majestic
backdrop for this scenic city. As Mexico's first major resort community,
Mazatlán owes its continued popularity to vast unspoiled beaches, first-class
resorts and friendly people.
The One Thing You Don't Want to Miss:
Take in the charming and historic sights on a tour of the city. Stop to do some shopping at Mazatlán's Golden Zone, home to Mexican and Indian handicrafts. It's a great way to celebrate the colors, songs and dances of ancient and colonial Mexico.
Other Fun Things to Do:
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Take a fascinating tour of the legendary Sierra Madre mountain range. Visit once-thriving colonial towns, which hosted missionaries and gold prospectors alike. |
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Spend the afternoon exploring Mazatlán's long white-sand beaches, lined with open-air bistros and fun-loving bars. |
Sporting Adventures:
Tee up at the Estrella del Mar Golf Club, designed by world-renowned Robert Trent Jones, Jr. This course is recognized as one of Mexico's premier golf courses for its superior beauty and playability.
Shopping for Bargains:
The Mexican Riviera is the ideal place to shop for beautiful jewelry. All of the colored stones in the world can be found here, as well as the rare Mexican fire opal and Mexico's renowned sterling silver. Mazatlán has fabulous bargains on diamonds, precious & semi-precious stones, 14K & 18K gold, handmade jewelry, seashell handicrafts, Huilchol Indian beadwork, D'Argenta silver sculptures and sterling silver jewelry.
Local Currency:
Mexico's currency is the peso (MXN). The $ sign is used to refer to pesos, so don't be shocked at the price tags. Any prices in U.S. dollars are listed as US$ or USD. Many hotels, restaurants and shops also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you a good exchange rate.