Centro Historico Travel Guide
Mazatlán
Visit Centro Historico
Popular places to visit
Plaza Machado
Admire colonial-era mansions, listen to live music and people-watch from sidewalk cafés at this sophisticated square in the heart of Mazatlán’s historic center.
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market
Experience a sensory overload of sights, sounds and smells and sample authentic Mexican dishes at this 20th-century marketplace.
Immaculate Conception Cathedral
The crowning glory of Mazatlán’s Old Town, this 19th-century cathedral bears Gothic and Moorish influences and has a striking collection of stained-glass windows.
Republic Square
Learn about the local history of Mazatlán when you take a trip to Republic Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Mazatlan Archaeological Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mazatlan Archaeological Museum during your trip to Mazatlán. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Angela Peralta Theater
You can make plans for a show at Angela Peralta Theater on your trip to Mazatlán. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi
Mazatlan City Tour by Traditional Open Air Vehicle Pulmonia
Top hotels in Centro Historico
Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico
Hotel La Siesta Malecón
Best Western Posada Freeman
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Hotel Raíces de Mar
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025
Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Hotel Casa de Leyendas
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico
Downtown Mazatlan
Downtown Mazatlan is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Plaza Machado or Olas Altas Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Balcones de Loma Linda
Balcones de Loma Linda might not have many top sights, but Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Playa del Sur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Playa del Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado.
Ferrocarrilera
While there might not be top attractions in Ferrocarrilera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Norte and Fisherman's Monument.
Cerro del Vigia
Travellers like the historical sites in Cerro del Vigia, and Old Spanish Fort is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stone Island
Though Stone Island may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach.