Manzanillo Highlights
Mexico's Pueblos Mágicos (Magic Towns) program was launched in 2001 by the country's secretary of tourism, whose goal was to draw visitors to smaller municipalities that were typically under the tourist radar. Many of these towns have...
What started as an initiative to protect the region's sea turtles has expanded to include the management of other species, including crocodiles, iguanas and even the estuary and mangroves they all call home. Since the center's founding...
One man's effort to rescue and rehabilitate an injured iguana turned into a large-scale project that now encompasses the care of more than 300 of these reptiles. His "iguanario" is a bit of a one-man circus (and on a haphazardly...
Not as well-known as Chichén Itzá in the Yucatán or Teotihuacán near Mexico City, La Campana is nonetheless one of the country's important archaeological sites. In fact, this center of the Capacha people was the largest...
If you’re not scuba-certified—or you just don’t have time for a dive—snorkeling the waters of Manzanillo can be just as rewarding. Various outfitters can lead you on an aquatic excursion that includes snorkeling around a...
The 18-hole bayside golf course at this upscale hotel features all sorts of challenges for both novice and expert golfers, with the first hole—bounded by sand traps—offering a taste of the tough tees to come. If you start to feel...
Just outside Manzanillo proper, you'll find this former sugar-plantation hacienda and onetime home of artist Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo. It now serves as a cultural center that hosts several artistic and anthropological programs run by a local...
Manzanillo, situated on Mexico’s Pacific coast, is often called the Sailfish Capital of the World, so it’s little surprise that outfitters here can take you on a thrilling sportfishing trip. Dorado, marlin and tuna are among the other...
This casual restaurant is a favorite among locals for its stellar seafood lunches. Politicians and businesspeople are among the frequent diners. Join them and follow their lead, starting your meal with ceviche or seafood salad, then graduating to...
It’s always lovely when a beautiful view accompanies a delicious meal, and both can be had at Pacífica del Mar. This oceanside restaurant has an outdoor terrace where diners can feel the sea breeze as they wait for their...
Barra Navidad is widely considered Manzanillo's best beach, thanks to its clean sand and generally calm turquoise water. Should you tire of lazing around on the shore or splashing in the sea, hire a captain to ferry you around the bay to see...
The traditional Mexican fare on the menu here draws on the diverse and delicious culinary styles of Mexico’s main gastronomic regions, offering an alternative to many of the taco- and seafood-oriented restaurants in Manzanillo. Guests...
The internationally inspired fare (Asian and Italian, mostly) at Oasis Ocean Club is good, but most guests patronize this spot for its enviable views and its lively atmosphere. Sitting right on the waterfront, the two-level restaurant looks out...
Local markets remain a staple of Mexican life, and are typically a one-stop shop for a variety of needs. Manzanillo’s municipal market is no different, offering basic home goods, food staples and several on-site services, such as tailoring...
Forgot to pack your bathing suit or need a hat to protect you from the intense sun? This shopping center features several dozen stores where you can find just what you need. Plaza Manzanillo also has some useful services, such as a bank and...
Those in the know—mostly expats who call Manzanillo home—rave about Café Bean’s oversize omelets as well as its coffee, which can be topped with house-made whipped cream. The café also has a book exchange and...
The Miramar flea market is comprised of a string of outdoor kiosks where vendors sell everything from flip-flops to jewelry crafted from shells. They’re exactly the kinds of items you’d expect for the locale, which is right along...
