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The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Mexico, Mexico
With 26 UNESCO-declared world heritage sites, charming colonial towns and dozens of thrilling cities, there's plenty to explore in this country of 109 million. Outside the cities, stunning Pacific beaches, stark deserts, mangrove swamps and swimming holes provide all you need for a relaxing, romantic or adventurous vacation. Captivating, cosmopolitan and chaotic Mexico City and the 32 states offer an incredible abundance of experiences, from laid-back and leisurely to upbeat to adrenalin-charging.
Restaurants in Mexico
1. Maya Chan Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,739 reviews
Private beach resort for cruise ship passengers.
Reviewed By plantemar
We visited Maya Chan Beach while on a cruise. It was perfect : super friendly staff, very good homemade food, excellent bar service, nice floating chairs and paddle board, nice sandy beach and refreshing pool. We had a beach cabana with chairs, day bed and hammock for ourselves. Could not ask for better because it was THE best. Can’t go wrong with this gem!
2. Playa Carrizalillo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 540 reviews
Small, lesser-known cove that isnt usually crowded.
Reviewed By nhbezerkeley
We were lucky enough to stay at a hotel on this gorgeous beach, so spent a lot of time there. The water was warm and beautiful and great for swimming or bobbing in the gentle waves. Renting loungers is a must to get some shade (the place with blue loungers was 250 for two, the next door place with orange loungers was 150 each), or claim a restaurant table and order food.
3. Bahia San Agustin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
This beach is perfect for snorkeling and diving and features fresh-seafood restaurants.
Reviewed By CasaHoffa - Huatulco, Mexico
Playa San Augustin is among our 3 favorite beaches in Huatulco for snorkeling, swimming and EATING. The reef here is filled with colorful fish of every size and the restaurants serve-up fresh fish pulled out of the waters (try the Huachinango restaurant!!)
4. Playa Delfines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,518 reviews
Reviewed By Nest_Of_Snakes - Mexico City, Mexico
If you are tired of the standard beaches along the Hotel Zone, visit Playa Delfines, a beautiful and very large beach with fine sand and slightly intense waves located near El Rey archaeological zone. Here, you can rent chairs and beach umbrellas as well as bring your own drinks and snacks. You will also find bathrooms, showers, "palapas" and parking lot, all these services totally free. Here you will also find a beautiful wooden lookout with the colorful "Cancún" sign that appears on many of the city´s postcards and brochures.
5. Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 408 reviews
Beautiful white sand beach with calm, sheltered waters perfect for diving and snorkeling.
Reviewed By I4831RImattc - Sterling, United States
Quiet, family-oriented beach! This one has it all calm waters allowing for snorkeling and swimming for young and old!
6. Playa Migrino
7. Barra Vieja Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 672 reviews
A peaceful, popular beach.
Reviewed By 769denism - Cuernavaca, Mexico
Barra Vieja beach is south of the airport. About 40 min. from the main avenue in Acapulco along the beach (Costera). Warm water. Nice sand. Worth a visit.
8. Akumal Beach
9. Playa Zicatela
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,206 reviews
Beachfront in Puerto Escondido.
Reviewed By Bibliokos - Jalisco, Mexico
Amazing beach right south of Puerto Escondido. Great for riding the waves or hanging out on the beach and taking a quick dip in the ocean. This is not a beach for swimming or hanging out in the ocean unless you have a surf or bodyboard. The surf and undertow are dangerous along this beach. Also, stay away from the over-priced and mediocre to poor quality food that is offered at the restaurants along the main drag of Av del Morro. If all you want is a cold drink and some guacamole and chips that's fine... but don't waste your money on dinner at these places. Take the beautiful walk to the southern area.... La Punta/Brisas (keep reading) The only place you can really just sit in calm waters is at the far south end near the lighthouse. There you can relax and sunbathe and wade out into the water to cool off. This is also where you find the kids who are learning to surf. It's really quite fun watching them tackle the mini waves. This Brisas de Zicatela neighborhood is also the place to stay if you want a younger and more hip and lively bunch to hang out with. Plenty of lodging and good restaurants and the best coffeehouse are down there.
10. Playa Los Cerritos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 633 reviews
Secluded, crescent-shaped beach great for surfing and swimming.
Reviewed By soonergirl2015 - Sandy, United States
We rented 4 boards and an umbrella and chairs for the beach for $600mxn--about $30. Then enjoyed the beach and water for the afternoon!!
