Downtown Mazatlan
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
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone
City Tour & Beach Club All Inclusive W Horse Ride & Water Sports
Holbox: Punta Mosquitos, Yalahau, & Pasión Island Boat Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Mazatlan
Hotel La Siesta Malecón
This is a great place to stay in Mazatlan. It is close to everything. It is right on the beach. I loved just sitting on the balcony watching the waves. The hotel is old and is showing signs of wear. The cable TV system kept freezing making it impossible to watch. The place is basic, but it is well ...
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Gamma Mazatlán The Inn Centro Histórico
No swimming pool
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Best Western Posada Freeman
This is my second time staying here. It’s a great location, service is outstanding and breakfast is good.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Amazing property for vacation, the room came with full kitchen, don't expect all the utensils, is for VACATION just the essentials to have an amazing experience and the pool offered beautiful views, hopefully will visit again.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only
The Beach view was stunning!! Lovely bedrooms!! We love it!!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Pueblo Bonito Vantage Centro Histórico Mazatlán
Hi the hotel was excellent but the staff lack friendliness/the elevator had a foul smell other then that it was good!!!!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
