The 10 Best Free Things to do in Mazatlan, Sinaloa

October 1, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

It's a historic capital. It's a beach resort. It's a lively, romantic town. Whatever you look for in a Mexican vacation is on the menu in Mazatlan. Returning travelers rave about the welcoming Mazatlecos, who treat you like old amigos, as well as the beaches, the food, the weather, the music and the feeling of never wanting to leave.
Restaurants in Mazatlan

1. Casa Etnika

Calle Sixto Osuna # 50 Colonia Centro, Mazatlan 82000 Mexico +52 669 136 0139 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/CASAETNIKA/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 89 reviews

Casa Etnika

Casa Etnika offers distinctive, handcrafted products for highly personalized individual use and home decoration. We offer our customers the experience garnered from having obtained our wonderful artisan merchandise that we bring exclusively from the remote corners of our beloved Mexico. We offer a vast range of handicrafts and decorative articles that are hand made by artisans from diverse regions of Mexico. At Casa Etnika you are assured of an original, distinctive piece at an accessible price.

Reviewed By Q3712AFjasonf - Toronto, Canada

Great shop with lots of art and thing made by many different local artisans. Open garden space where people are working, not sure if they maybe do classes. At the entrance they also have a wee cafe with fantastic coffee (i love beans from Chiapas). Guaranteed to find something cool and unique here.

2. Onilikan

Avenida Playa Gaviotas 505 Loc. 1 Zona Dorada C.P., Mazatlan 82110 Mexico +52 669 668 2370 [email protected] http://www.onilikan.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 85 reviews

Onilikan

At Onilikan, we combine old world craftsmanship and new world technology to produce unique spirits and liqueurs using Sinaloa fruit. Enjoy a free sample while we introduce you to “Dora”, the only German-made "pot still" operating in Mexico.

Reviewed By Colleen518 - Edmonton, Canada

Neat find. A must visit when in Mazatlan Golden Zone. Loved sampling the different products and left with a good learning experience.

3. Playa Olas Altas

Mazatlan Mexico
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59%
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4.5 based on 216 reviews

Playa Olas Altas

The nearest beach to the cruise terminal.

Reviewed By Cathydockx - Mazatlan, Mexico

A great place to spend an afternoon. People watching is great as well as enjoying the water. Come every year to enjoy a day here.

4. Playa Las Gaviotas

Mazatlan Mexico
Excellent
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Playa Las Gaviotas

Beach located in the Golden Zone.

Reviewed By E7566JPlaurieh - High River, Canada

We walked the beach from the Malecon to the Marina (1 hour walk) every day during our recent trip. The beach wide and flat and the sea is safe with a shallow grade. Be careful to check the tide though as when the tide is in, it is more difficult to navigate some areas of the beach,

5. Lookout Mountain

Mazatlan Mexico
Excellent
64%
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4.5 based on 36 reviews

Lookout Mountain

This high hill, also called "El Mirador," offers a splendid view of the town below.

Reviewed By El1Lobo - Highlands Ranch, United States

An minor interruption of the Boardwalk, but a heck of a climb up the street. Lots of history and old houses with great views.

6. El Faro Mazatlan

La Casa Zapote, Mazatlan Mexico
Excellent
56%
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34%
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7%
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4.5 based on 638 reviews

El Faro Mazatlan

This lighthouse sits atop Cerro Creston, Mazatlan's highest hill.

Reviewed By Lonerunner2013 - West Kelowna, Canada

Beautiful place for a morning walk, before it gets too hot..lots of stairs, fabulous views of mazatlan. 360 from the top of the lighthouse, if you aren’t aware it is the highest working lighthouse in the world.

7. Catedral Mazatlan Basilica de la Inmaculada Concepcion

Av Mexico Nte 246, Plaza Principal Plaza de la Republica, Mazatlan 82000 Mexico +52 669 981 3352 http://mazatlantoday.net/basilica_de_la_inmaculada_concepcion.html
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4.5 based on 1,117 reviews

Catedral Mazatlan Basilica de la Inmaculada Concepcion

Located in downtown Mazatlan, the architecture makes it well worth a visit.

Reviewed By TravelOffPath - Kelowna, Canada

The Mazatlán Cathedral (formally known as The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception) is a gorgeous Baroque-Revival style Church in the middle of downtown’s ‘Centro’ area. Construction started on this church is 1856 but didn’t finish until 1899, due do financial troubles within the church. The outside is painted a lovely yellow, while the inside is uniquely ornate with chandeliers, wood, marble and gold. Sometimes the church is closed to the public for Catholic weddings, but most of the time you’ll find it open to wander inside. Tip: A very interesting fact about its history is that the Jewish Community actually stepped in and funded the completion of the church, and in turn had the Star of David put into some of the windows. See if you can find them! Cost: free. But it’s always appreciated to leave a contribution to the church. How to get there: Type ‘Mazatlán Cathedral' into Google Maps or Uber. Walkable from cruise port. Address: 21 de Marzo, Centro

8. Plaza Machado

Calle Constitucion, Mazatlan Mexico +52 669 913 2222
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4.5 based on 2,085 reviews

Plaza Machado

Central plaza named for Juan Nepomuceno Machado who donated the land.

Reviewed By carolg176 - Fort Collins, United States

Wonderful downtown square anchored at one end by the Angela Peralta Theater and surrounded by restaurants of all kinds. On weekends, there is music and vendor booths. Great fun!

9. Playa Brujas

Mazatlan Mexico
Excellent
56%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
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4.5 based on 506 reviews

Playa Brujas

Situated at the northern end of Mazatlan, this beach is great for surfers and beach bums alike.

Reviewed By dawnbierlein

Favorite beach in Mazatlan with the best Restaurant. Open air and great food. Plentiful cocktails and great eye candy!! Surfers Yum!! I’ve been vacationing here for Twenty years. Playa Brujas is A full Day trip- breakfast, sun, massage,nap, walk, cocktails, sunset and dinner. Coffee tequila is a must try.

10. Monumento Mujer Mazalteca

Mazatlan Mexico
Excellent
58%
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4.5 based on 52 reviews

Monumento Mujer Mazalteca

This colossal bronze sculpture is an awe-inspiring piece of art found on the Paseo Claussen.

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