Downtown Mazatlan

Mazatlán

Olas Altas Beach which includes a sunset, views and a gorge or canyon
Plaza Machado featuring café scenes
Immaculate Conception Cathedral which includes a square or plaza and a church or cathedral
Plaza Machado which includes markets and night scenes as well as a small group of people
Downtown Mazatlan

Popular places to visit

The Mazatlan Malecón

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.

The Mazatlan Malecón
Olas Altas Beach showing night scenes, street scenes and markets

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.

Olas Altas Beach
Plaza Machado featuring a garden and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

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.

Plaza Machado
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market featuring markets and food

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.

Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market
Immaculate Conception Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Divers Point which includes rugged coastline, views and general coastal views

Divers Point

Watch in awe as locals perform spectacular dives from a raised platform into an area of shallow and rocky water.

Divers Point

Things to do

Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day

Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day

S$47
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone

Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone

S$34
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus

Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus

S$32
per adult
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus
Mazatlán: Beach & Jungle ATV Tour w/ Lunch & Tequila Tasting

Mazatlán: Beach & Jungle ATV Tour w/ Lunch & Tequila Tasting

S$151
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mazatlán: Beach & Jungle ATV Tour w/ Lunch & Tequila Tasting
Jungle and Beach Horseback ride Tour in Pacific Coast

Jungle and Beach Horseback ride Tour in Pacific Coast

S$116
per adult
Jungle and Beach Horseback ride Tour in Pacific Coast
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide

San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide

S$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide
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Top hotels in Downtown Mazatlan

Best Western Posada Freeman

Best Western Posada Freeman

3 out of 5
Av Olas Altas 79 Sur, Centro Historico, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is S$125 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
S$125
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (972 reviews)
"Very good staff"

Reviewed on 22 Sept, 2025

Best Western Posada Freeman
Hotel La Siesta Malecón

Hotel La Siesta Malecón

3 out of 5
Olas Altas #11, Historic Center, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is S$88 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
S$88
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (866 reviews)
"Extremely noisy in the summer with Malecón auto and pedestrian traffic, water temperature is warm ~85 degrees, crowds settle down after October. Winter is great time to visit, however sea water is a bit cooler. Bed was great, if you like a firm mattress, internet, ok, not great! Access relatively ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul, 2025

Hotel La Siesta Malecón
Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico

Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico

3 out of 5
1502 Belisario Domínguez Centro, Mazatlán, Sin.
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel, the staff was excellent, location. Excellent we had a great time."

Reviewed on 17 Sept, 2025

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Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico
Casa Barros Vacation Condos

Casa Barros Vacation Condos

4 out of 5
114 Circunvalación Cerro del Vigía, Mazatlán, Sin.
The price is S$111 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
S$111
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star condo in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (210 reviews)
"Nice property near the strip. Can be a bit loud on the weekend but that is to be expected Mazaltan is a party city on the weekend."

Reviewed on 23 Sept, 2025

Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only

Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Olas Atlas No. 16 Centro Historico, Mazatlán, SIN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$275 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
S$275
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, private hot tubs, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (321 reviews)
"Excellent place"

Reviewed on 26 Aug, 2025

Casa Lucila Mazatlán Curamoria Collection - Adults Only
Hotel Raíces de Mar

Hotel Raíces de Mar

3.5 out of 5
512 Sixto Osuna Centro, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
"My stay at Hotel Raíces de Mar completely met my expectations for a boutique hotel right in the Plazuela Machada. The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was perfect! The small soaking pool was refreshing and I enjoyed exploring el Centro from the doorstep."

Reviewed on 19 Jun, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Mazatlan

Mazatlan which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset

Centro Historico

If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Historico
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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.

Playa del Sur
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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.

Balcones de Loma Linda
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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.

Cerro del Vigia
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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.

Stone Island
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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.

Ferrocarrilera

Downtown Mazatlan