Sightseeing in Mazatlan - what to see. Complete travel guide

In the past, there was a Native American settlement on the site of the modern city. Local tribes called their home Mazatlan, which means “the place of deer”. The indigenous people were mostly hunting deer and fishing to survive. The Spanish invaders captured the settlement in 1531. Despite such a drastic change, the settlement kept its original name. Soon, Spanish rulers turned an ordinary indigenous village into a true port town that quickly turned into an important stop and a major center of trade. In the 17th century, Mazatlan officially became the main port city of the country.
Modern Mazatlan is famous for its beaches, and Playa Cerritos is one of the calmest and least crowded of them all. This is the longest beach in the northern part of the city. There are not many hotels and tourist objects here. Are you searching for a place where you can feel united with nature? Cerritos is the most suitable beach for tranquil recreation in Mazatlan. Guests of the Mexican city, as well as its residents, enjoy visiting Cerritos in the evening and admire the sunset. Viewers can see a mesmerizing panorama of the ocean horizon painted in different colors.

Playa Brujas is another coastal area suitable for riding the waves. It is also situated in the northern part of the city. This is a popular destination for all fans of surfing. Waves can be up to ten feet tall, and the frequency of big waves is very high, so surfing near this beach is truly interesting and even thrilling. Rental offices, which are open right at the beach, offer everything needed for surfing. If you are not a fan of extreme sports, Brujas Beach is suitable for calm family recreation. Soft sand covers this coastal area, and the water is shallow near the beach, so kids can play and have fun safely here.

This coastal area is always crowded. Sellers of shrimps and other seafood continuously offer Mexican sea delights to tourists. If you want, you can play beach volleyball or try other activities, such as surfing and scuba diving. That is why no one will feel bored here. Surprisingly, the beach is particularly crowded in the evening because many people come to admire the sunset. This beach offers an enchanting view of the ocean that is slowly swallowing the sun. This is also a perfect time to take some mesmerizing shots.

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City tours, excursions and tickets in Mazatlan and surroundings
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National and city parks around Mazatlan
♥ State Park 'Cerro El Faro' , 7.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ State Park 'Cerro El Faro' , 7.7 km from the center. On the map


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