Acapulco

About 650,000 people call Acapulco in Guerrero home.

Acapulco is located approximately 210 miles (338 kilometers) west of Oaxaca and 180 miles (290 kilometers) south of Mexico City, the national capital.

Acapulco is blessed with many fine beachside destinations ideal for relaxing with friends and family. Playa Icacos and Playa Condesa are among the best local beachside haunts in this region. Other noteworthy beaches worth exploring are Bahia de Puerto Marques and Playa Caletilla.

Get the most from your vacation by devoting some time to the kids at these magical family-friendly attractions. Grab the kids and check out the two most popular attractions in Acapulco: Amazing World and CiCi Acapulco Magico. Delfines Paradise and Barco Palao are also worth visiting if you have the time.

To see the cultural side of Acapulco, visit one of the local galleries and collections. For a complete day of culture, see the Casa de la Cultura, the Museo Histórico de Acapulco and the Casa de Mascara, three recommended museum experiences which promise a thought-provoking day out.

Some of the most visited heritage places in this region are La Quebrada Cliffs and Palma Sola Archaeological Zone. Both are great spots to get a taste of local history. To learn more about the past, it is also a good idea to tour the other preserved old buildings in the vicinity of Acapulco.

Enjoy window shopping and do some people-watching in a few of the local malls and markets such as La Isla Shopping Village or Mercado Centro. Enjoy the atmosphere and browse through the shops at these colorful attractions.

Acapulco features botanical gardens where you can slow down and relax amid a diverse range of plants. Factor in enough time to learn about the scientifically significant plant species in the garden.

One of the most-loved local performing arts venues in Acapulco is the Sinfonia. The people of Acapulco enjoy an energetic arts scene, so check the guides to see what shows are scheduled during your stay here.

If you and your children are interested in Acapulco’s maritime history, make sure you stop by the Naval History Museum. Dream of long sea voyages and enjoy fine examples of boats, ship models and interesting pieces of flotsam as you walk through the venue’s collection halls.