Acapulco Things To Do

Things To Do

The sub-tropical climate, lush vegetation, and the calls of exotic birds, make Acapulco a delight to explore both on and off the shore. The extraordinary natural surroundings, cultural and historical attractions, and, come sundown, no-holds-barred revelry, make for a downright enchanting mix.

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Cici Water Park
This impressive water park complex includes swimming pools, water rides, and dolphin and seal shows. Arrangements can be made (reservations required) to go swimming with the park's dolphins.
Costera M. Alemán & Cristobol Colón; Acapulco; 011-52-744-484-1970; www.cici.com.mx
Tags: family | outdoors | theme park
Fuerte de San Diego
Originally built in 1616, this pentagon-shaped fort is a testament to Acapulco’s Spanish colonial influence. Inside, check out the historical collection in the Museo Histórico de Acapulco.
Calle Hornitos & Calle Morelos; Acapulco; 011-52-744-482-3828; www.fuertedesandiego.inah.gob.mx
Tags: family | culture | history
La Quebrada's cliff divers
Daredevil divers leap off a 115-foot cliff into a narrow cove of water. The spectacle, which has incurred surprisingly few mishaps, evolved from a machismo competition between local fishermen.
Av. López Mateos & Plazoleta La Quebrada; Acapulco; 011-52-744-483-1400
Tags: family | entertainment | editor pick
Golf smart splurge
Enjoy one of the area’s premier courses, with narrow fairways dotted with coconut palms and water hazards. Reservations are highly recommended.
Fairmont Acapulco Princess Hotel; Playa Revolcadero s/n Col. Granjas del Marques; Acapulco; 011-52-744-469-1000; www.fairmont.com/Acapulco
Tags: golf | family | smart splurge | outdoors
Jardín Botánico
Thirty-five local women started this botanical garden seeking to educate the public on the ecology of the Acapulco area – and the need to protect it.
Loyola University; Av. Heróico Colegio Militar, Fracc. Cumbres de Llano Largo; Acapulco; 011-52-744-446-5252; www.acapulcobotanico.org
Tags: family | new | outdoors
Diego Rivera Mural
Covering the walls outside the home of a long-time friend, Mexican artist Diego Rivera’s large-scale mural here depicts Aztec gods through mosaics.
Inalámbrica #6 on the Cerro de la Pinzona; Acapulco
Tags: international travel | trendy | outdoors
Acapulco Scuba Center
Scuba diving to area reefs and even a shipwreck can be arranged from here, along with lunch and transportation.
Paseo del Pescador 13 and 14; Acapulco; 011-52-744-482-9474; www.acapulcoscuba.com
Tags: family | outdoors | swimming
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