Travel Guide to Acapulco, Mexico

Acapulco became a popular resort in the sixties of the 20th century. This place is traditionally loved by celebrities and Hollywood directors often use the city as an ideal shooting area. Magnificent glass skyscrapers, huge parks and picturesque bays, largest selection of cultural and entertainment facilities – all these aspects make Acapulco one of the most visited resorts in the world.

When it comes to having fun, we simply must mention wide selection of beach zones. If you search for a classic beach, then take a look at Caletilla beach, which ideally suits family rest purposes as sea here is very calm. If you seek solitude, then the best choice for you will be La Roqueta Island. You can reach it on a small boat with glass bottom. The road to the island is a wonderful trip itself, and fantastic nature and cozy silent beaches will help to relax and forget about the fuzz of the big city. Hornos and Tamarindos beaches are considered the most picturesque beaches of Acapulco. Sportsmen and fans of active rest will find the best in Puerto Marques beach, which is equipped with multiple sports areas, entertainment centers for kids, sports inventory rent spots and even a diving school.

Travelers, who enjoy going to excursions, will also find much interesting in Acapulco. Here there are many museums and numerous historical and architectural sights. Municipal Square Zocalo is often called the historical heart of Acapulco. Here you will also find De la Soledad cathedral. In this historical part of the city you can also find Nuestra Señora de la Soledad, many buildings created in colonial times, visit Mezcala museum of Arts and walk through magnificent parks and gardens. Don’t miss to visit San Diego fortress that was built in the beginning of the 17th century. Today the fortress is turned into a museum.

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