The hotel is directly on the the main seaside drive making it easy to just enjoy a walk on the apparently newly renovated “malécon.” We enjoyed walking it each of the 2 nights we were there. This trip is the “whole enchilada”. Thank you for supporting me. Thanks Steve. Is it needed? You can also check the map and see La Paz is west facing on a bay. ), then try maps.me. That said, I’ve have managed to spend more than one afternoon enjoying the proximity of the sea and the sand from within the city. Hope you have an amazing trip! There were some great cultural exhibits and events—check on-line newspapers and Facebook pages or announcements. Explore La Paz’s museums and cultural corners, 9. How much would you ballpark we may need for the week (not counting hotel, transportation). What about the whale sharks? As Baja California Sur’s capital, La Paz is mostly used as a jumping-off point for Cabo San Lucas’ beach resorts. Playa El Caimancito is only a short drive away. You’ll also find a handful of cheap, locally run guest houses and hostels if you’re on a budget. Sunset is a great time to stop by, sip a cocktail as the sun sets and play ‘if I was a millionaire, I’d buy that one.’ (My chosen ‘one’ is above). For bus transport, check out bajaecotours … it’s a shuttle service around southern Baja, good prices, frequent and quality vehicles. I´m Mexican and I´d recommend you to vistit the beaches of The Conception Bay in Baja California Sur, If you realliy was awesome with La Paz You´ll love that beaches, My reommendation is to get a car and drive for all peninsula from Tijuana to Los Cabos, some beaches that you´ll find there are the below: Playa Santispac (km 114)  •  Posada Concepcion (km 112)  •  Playa Escondida (km 111)  •  Playa Los Cocos (km 110.5)  •  Pink Shrine with Cross (km 109)  •  Playa El Burro (km 108)  •  Playa El Coyote (km 107.5)  •  Playa Buenaventura (km 94.5)  •  Playa El Requeson (km 91.5)  •  Playa La Perla (km 91.3)  •  Playa Armenta (km 90), Awesome and very helpful article! La Fonda – a few dollars for a set menu breakfast including eggs, tortillas, salsa, fruit and coffee, served in a beautiful courtyard. Hi Cindy, I spend a lot of time in Mexico and can tell you that the Mexican people in general are quite friendly to us. ( For me this was trying to find a grocery store nearby) I have better luck googling what it is I am looking for and then using either Apple Maps or google maps. Thanks for all the info on La Paz. It serves a great variety of vegetarian and vegan meals including tasty tacos de falafel al pastor, black bean hamburgers besides craft beer and mezcal. Hi Cindy, I have written a couple of articles about safety in Mexico (linked in the post). Hi, I was looking at the 4×4 tour you recommended, but it wont let me book as a solo traveller and I definitely dont want to pay for a spot I won’t use. I’ve added a new section below on how to swim with the what sharks in La Paz. The video zooms in on the area around La Paz in Mexico, on an altitude-colored, relief-shaded map with present coastline outlined and any large cities (pop. von US$ 284 / Tag; 8.6 Klasse; 23 Bewertungen; Alle 6 Tauchsafaris anzeigen. I had a lot more luck in person, in country when booking for a solo traveller. Thank you! If you’re feeling particularly active, you can take a sea kayaking tour (don’t worry – you’re driven to the beach and sea kayak from there). However, if you want to really see La Paz’s finest beaches, you should take a tour to swim with the sea lions (you can skip the snorkelling part if you aren’t so interested in the sea lions). This was an awesome review, I’m really excited about my trip! Thanks for the tips. La Paz in Mexico is the pearl in the Baja California. Hope to see you around on your next trip to La Paz! There was only one earthquake of magnitude 4.0 in or near La Paz during the past 30 days. The latter tend to be more resort-based, so make sure the place you book corresponds with the kind of trip you’re after. We’re looking for authentic Colonial towns to possibly do a long term rental. Yes. If you love the sea and its inhabitants, you will be thrilled by La Paz. Also lots of traffic noise and air pollution from the coal power plant and traffic. The video is part of the collection Post-Glacial Sea Level Rise 2, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6SgRGKF7pUy1OPJIPKJ7ed0pzIX1jF9L That was a shorter stay, of only 4 nights, but the sights of La Paz were no less spectacular for it. However, as the capital city of southern Baja California, La Paz is not short of cultural activities. Thanks for sharing your insider info! I confess, the lure of the sea (and tacos) has always been so strong that I’ve never visited any of these attractions, but I stopped by the exterior to take a couple of pictures once, so that counts, right? 1. Another popular but seasonal activity from La Paz is going swimming with whale sharks. By the way, I sell my own essential oils (made with my own saliva, gotta be natural) and free advice ($20). Is all this strolling, swimming, snorkelling and sea kayaking sounding a bit exhausting for you? Surely that is half the fun of Mexico ;p Sucks that diving wasn’t an option but glad you enjoyed the beach. Encouraging me to go there, except…..how do you get a sunset over the sea when La Paz is on the East Coast of Baja? Obviously. There are two markets that have daily seafood, veggies and fruits, and one has fresh tortillas. Go swimming with the whale sharks in La Paz, Blog posts and packing lists for planning your trip. A sense of safety is a very personal thing. It certainly will assist me in planning our trip there. Although peak weather usually brings peak tourists, tourism isn’t so saturated in La Paz so I think you’ll be able to have a very enjoyable crowd-free trip. 1.2 km. La Paz. Want to know the best things to do in La Paz Mexico? In that time, you could visit both. What’s not to love? What didn’t you like about Punta Baja Tour? Getting out of the old town definitely served up better food and asking my hotel for local recommendations also helped. Sadly, I’ve never been in La Paz Mexico at the right time. Hi Nancy, La Paz has its own airport, about 20-25 minutes from the malecon. Both were great though so don’t let my subjective opinion sway you one way or the other Have a great trip! Whether you are an ardent visitor of religious building or just want to take a pretty picture (I fall into the latter category), the Cathedral of Our Lady of La Paz, located right in the centre of the city, is a beautiful thing to do in La Paz Mexico. Personally, I’d rather eat my toenails than vegan food but each to their own. It seems to have lost some of it’s popularity (judging by the chef and waitress who were sat chatting and eating when I turned up to an empty restaurant second time around) but the food was just as good as I remembered. And that is my guide to the 10 best things to do in La Paz Mexico. I think it might now be a history library. What are your thoughts? You can check reviews and book with Viator here. Hi Daryl, La Paz definitely has more to do and unless you plan of hunkering down with War and Peace or a bottle of Tequila, or both, I think you’d get a bit bored in Todos Santos for 5 days. Are there any safe activities that they can partake in? I would say that Mexico is very laid back and there is lots of outdoor seating so I think you’ll be ok (though can’t promise it/offer my own experience). We’ve got it down to La Paz, Campeche, Manzanillo, and San Miguel de Allende. Correct . Great article! The city is lively and colorful, varied and proud of its impressive street art. Sunsets out here are absolutely stunning. PERFECT for little kids as water is only knee deep, kids were having a blast. Nice article. Hi David, that sounds like an amazing trip! If you know the answer, can you drop me a note in the comments below? Hotel Lorimar – just a block from the sea, this is a great budget choice for under $50 a night. Peace Hostel – La Paz isn’t teaming with backpackers but there are enough to merit a hostel. For small towns, you can try Todos Santos. Like this post about the best things to do in La Paz Baja California? La Paz is growing, and this year it has both water shortages and electricity blackouts. We are about at group of 6 going out there looking to do lots of activities as a group. I am certain you will fall in love with the people, gastronomy, culture, sea life etc…. Yes because…whales. You need to be on a different blog, one with advice on thinking rationally. Thank you! Are you promoting your own company there, Jamie @ capuchino.mx? Északról az Egyesült Államok, délkeletről Guatemala és Belize, nyugatról a Csendes-óceán, keletről pedig a Mexikói-öböl és a Karib-tenger határolja. Or a bus/walkable city? Thank you for your help! We’re from the High Rockies so our idea of warm weather is anything over 70 degrees I speak fluent Spanish and plan to book a hotel/home as close to downtown as possible to enjoy the local atmosphere and walk wherever we can. The best I found was a street food cart where they prepared the sushi fresh (from an ice box). May I ask, we plan on staying in La Paz and doing a lot of local stuff. What do you think of this time? Also, I have three beautiful kids, Jake, Jackie, and Sinead (he’s adopted), and they are my precious little shmookins, I wouldn’t want them to get hurt. Have a great trip. This area looks amazing but I was wondering if this is a safe place to visit in Mexico at this time. It is lined with flowers, palm trees, and beautiful bronze sculptures depicting the sea. A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the hotel. Amazon, Bluehost and Prosecco tours) that provide a commission to me if you buy through these links. Our entire area; the capital of La Paz, Cabo, and our little towns, are extremely safe. Mexiko. This was a new addition since the first time I visited and has, most certainly become one of the most popular things to do in La Paz Mexico. For fine Italian food, reasonable prices, Il Rustico. Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. Tip: the middle of the season is when you’re more likely to spot them. The only other thing to consider is when you visit. We have booked pet friendly accommodations, but are curious to know if pets are allowed anywhere for restaurant facilities, even on the patio?And are there any day excursions that are pet friendly? It sets up on the Malecon. Up there with Hawaii, La Paz puts on some of the most beautiful sunsets I’ve ever seen. Mexico is a big country with 36 states. I was reading some of the older post and to the person who commented on the sunsets, I was thinking the same thing but somehow it works out. La Paz's waterfront, with its wide sidewalk, tiny beaches, tourist pier, benches, sculptures by local artists and unimpeded sunset views, is the city's highlight. I was caught out as the wind came up and port was closed so diving was off the agenda. Thank you so much for sharing. Even when streets were empty at night we had no hassles. We would like to enjoy the beaches with the least amount of high winds. Hi Karyn, for some reason, I’ve always landed in La Paz in summer and I have to say it is almost too hot. I can’t find much info on either from non tour companies or tripadvisors, I prefer going through bloggers. I have decided to take my motorhome down and spend about 6 months to see and do everything in La Paz but also take my motorcycle across the ferry and check out some of the Mayan ruins on the other side of the water too! Have you been? Eat & Drink. The second time, I drove from tip to toe – Tijuana to Cabo with a travel friend. No se trata de un Estado destinado a sustituir a los actuales Estados, pero es más que cualquier otra organización internacional. What would be the best time to enjoy the city and beaches? However, its old-world charm and pleasant waterfront promenade featuring international art and restaurants overlooking the grey whale–inhabited water are reasons worth sticking around. Thanks for helping. At night, when it’s illuminated – good luck. It has been a big help. Or would you not travel to Utah because there was a mass shooting at a bar in California recently? Great option for solo travellers. It’s  past the marina and located in front of Argencia Arjona. You can read about it here. Ifølge Köppen og Geiger, er dette klima klassificeret som BWh. In fact, trying to get a picture of it without someone in the frame took a couple of days’ effort. There is no extra cost to you but what I earn means I can keep offering travel advice for free. Hope you have an amazing trip. Thanks! I tried your suggestion of Balandra beach and it’s a great spot. I second the recommendation of Rancho Viejo for tacos there are several in town, it where the locals go and that’s where I like Togo and avoid tourist places. The Sea of Cortez has long been declared (by none other than Jaques Cousteau) as one of the most biodiverse places on the Planet. Casa del Libro Sudcaliforniano . 760 m. Calle 5 de Mayo 184. A Mexikói Egyesült Államok, röviden Mexikó (spanyolul Estados Unidos Mexicanos ( hallgat) vagy México ( hallgat), navatl nyelven Mexihco Tlacetililli Tlahtohcayotl) Észak-Amerika déli részén elhelyezkedő ország. Click to check prices and reviews on Trip Advisor. I was also pleased to find that the very things I’d enjoyed during my first stay were still on offer the second time round. Same goes for Mexicans or other foreigner’s questioning whether it’s safe to travel to US with all the shootings in schools, night clubs etc…. Happy hols , Hey, im planning on going to La Paz in July, what kind of device do you use to get around? Great source of information. The best part is that you have to pass by/through Hotel San Cristobal and Todos Santos on the way. Also played some football there since it’s only waist deep for miles . La Paz has some great places to eat but I didn’t find the same street food scene with taco carts that I found elsewhere in Mexico. Click to check prices and reviews on TripAdvisor.t. If we’re talking about a list of the 10 best things to do in La Paz Mexico, surely whale watching has to beat swimming with the sea lions, I hear you cry? Add in: a day out on the Sea of Cortez, lunch on a secluded beach and snorkelling opportunities and you’ll struggle to have a better experience in La Paz Mexico. Get a picture in front of the La Paz sign, 11. Whale Shark Safari Snorkeling Tour in La Paz – You can check reviews and book with Viator here. You’re going to have to consult a astronomer on that one but I do know that the east-west rule is impacted by proximity to the equator and time of year. The swatch of beach in La Paz itself is somewhat disappointing compared to the rest of the beaches that are accessible from the city. La Unión europea (UE) es una familia de países europeos democráticos, que se han comprometido a trabajar juntos en aras de la paz y la prosperidad. La Paz ligger på 17 m over havets overflade Klimaet i La Paz kaldes en ørken klima. Only problem we had was Hotel Lorimar, where we had booked an apartment (non-refundable) for 2 months. As a solo female traveller, I felt entirely safe on the malecón after dark. Another tip: if you’re heading through Baja California on a road trip, you’ll find similar signs in some of the major stops like Loreto. Tj seems pretty sketchy to me. Hi! You can book here via TripAdvisor, You can read about my (two) trips and recommended tour companies in my related article Swimming with Sea Lions in Mexico – Isla Espiritu Santo Tour. My friend is in La Paz and is looking for a place to buy dark chocolate. You will go to Guerro Negro and San Ignacio. Sculptures are to La Paz what street art is to Berlin and whether you set out to track them all down or not, you’re going to stumble across several of them regardless. Partly because the beaches are small and partly thanks to the road just behind you. Hi Loretta, there are plenty of stores like 7-Eleven in La Paz which will have chocolate. Name: La Paz - Manuel Márquez de León International: IATA-Code/ Kürzel: LAP: ICAO-Code: MMLP: Zeitzone-7 UTC: Passagiere: Fracht: Kontinent: Nordamerika: Staat: Mexiko Den gennemsnitlige årlige temperatur er 23.8 °C i La Paz. If you do only one thing in La Paz Mexico, making it this. Not that you need to do much spotting – these mammals can grow up to 50 foot). After dark, the street sellers roll out their carts and friends, families, couples and solo travellers stay out on the malecón enjoying the cooler evening air. Can someone recommend the best time of year to visit La Paz? Toscana Pizza Gourmet – Mexican pizza is pretty darn good (says the person who has been to Naples and tasted the real deal) and this was a cute, romantic spot the first time I visited. Just 50 miles south of La Paz is another unique Mexican town sometimes referred to as “Pueblo Magico” or “Magical Town.” Founded in 1733, Todos Santos is filled with picturesque colonial architecture which is being preserved and converted into hotels, art galleries, and restaurants. I felt safe the entire time, even in TJ. I løbet af året, er der næsten ingen regn i La Paz. Den gennemsnitlige årlige nedbør er 163 mm. Hi Jade, Feb and March are both during the peak weather time (Nov to April) so the water is likely to be perfect. I’d say your other times of year are better – La Paz is typically warm and dry year round, with temperatures only dipping to around late 70s in December and January. Have a great trip. Would it make sense to you not to travel to California because there was a terrorist act in new york so now you’re afraid for your safety? Čeština °HOTEL CATEDRAL LA PAZ La Paz, 5* (Mexiko) - od 41.84 EUR | Booked; Dansk ... North of La Paz on Camino to Juan de La Costa km 19. We are a couple going in La Paz in March and are thinking a couple of excursions, a couple of nice dinners out and we like to drink quite a bit. Wondering what to see, the best hotels in La Paz and where to eat? Hello- which airport is the best to fly into? 820 m. Library. Archipielago Revillagigedo. The contemporary units come with stunning views. It is on the coast of the Gulf of California or the Sea of Cortez on the southern end of the long peninsula. As for driving, it seemed to me that Mexican drivers are very considerate and will let you in. La Perla – one of the most prominent large hotels with a perfect spot in the centre of La Paz. Visit the Cathedral Nuestra Señora de La Paz, 7. i know its somewhat the start of hurricane season. I was tired and, after a night ferry from the mainland, a little less than fresh. Large cities in view (not flooded in parentheses): (Culiacán), (Victoria de Durango), Mazatlán, (Tepic). If you can’t find the right flights, Los Cabos International Airport will be your next best option (about 2 hours 15-50 by car). And no because, sadly for us snap-happy humans, whale watching is highly seasonal. Will anyone be offended? Thanks, Jo. CC BY 4.0 SeaLevelRise.se, 2018, http://sealevelrise.se, rendered using custom PERL script, ImageMagick and FFmpeg, from open geodata, the GEBCO_2014 Grid, version 20150318, and cities15000 CC BY 4.0 GeoNames, 2018. Let me know in the comments below. Hi Melinda, I’m not saying it won’t happen but I think you can shelve the worries about being stopped and scammed. I booked my car through RentalCars.com – it’s a rental price comparison site that makes life a lot easier than comparing prices on individual rental company website. Currently planning a possible solo female trip to the area in March, my first ever solo trip, and your blog has been an awesome resource for me! Any info you can provide would be greatly appreciated. worried about being stopped by the police and ticket scams. Here are some of my favourite places to eat in La Paz Mexico. (We are from NYC so we have no problems with that. The landlord lived below us and keep 2 large nasty dogs—one was a loud barker—and barked constantly when no one home as well as barking at any noise during the night!!!