Downtown Mazatlan Travel Guide
Mazatlán
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Popular places to visit
The Mazatlan Malecón
After visiting The Mazatlan Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mazatlán. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Olas Altas Beach
Look on as surfers and boogie boarders ride the waves, or take to the water yourself, and enjoy picturesque sunsets from waterfront bars at this centrally located beach.
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.
Divers Point
Watch in awe as locals perform spectacular dives from a raised platform into an area of shallow and rocky water.
Things to do
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlán: Observatorio 1873 Cultural & Nature Experience
Mazatlán: Beach & Jungle ATV Tour w/ Lunch & Tequila Tasting
Ultimate Mazatlán Shore Excursion City Tequila and Beach Club
Top hotels in Downtown Mazatlan
Hotel La Siesta Malecón
Did not use the pool or bar
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Gamma Mazatlán The Inn Centro Histórico
It was clean, secure, and well located. The buffet breakfast was 10/10. Not the fanciest, but everything you need in Mazatlán at a great price.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Best Western Posada Freeman
Great hotel family oriented
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Pueblo Bonito Vantage Centro Histórico Mazatlán
Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only
Unobstructed beach view, great vibes, recommended
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Very cozy and clean unit. Location in very good. Two steps for the malecon and short walk to Plaza Machado. Somewhat noisy at times, especially week end with traffic and loud music in the passing cars. Could be better equipped for longer stays (very limited cooking and cleaning utilities. Nice roof ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mazatlan
Centro Historico
If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Balcones de Loma Linda
While visiting Balcones de Loma Linda, you might make a stop by sights like La Cueva Del Diablo and Monumento Mujer Mazalteca.
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.
Cerro del Vigia
Travellers like the historical sites in Cerro del Vigia, and Observatory 1873 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.
Ferrocarrilera
While there might not be top attractions in Ferrocarrilera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Norte and Los Pinos Beach.
