Acapulco's rich history has given several grand landmarks
the city: El Fuerte de San Diego, The cathedral
of nuestra Señora de la Soledad, La Quebrada and many others.
This area, also known as Acapulco Viejo, is the heart of the
real Acapulco. Sidewalk cafes and live music will tempt you
to take a stroll around the plaza and do as the acapulquenos
do. You can also charter a small skiff to take you across the
bay for some great shots of what makes Acapulco grand.
Convention Center
Called the Acapulco International Center, this is an impressive
complex of 34 acres with prehispanic reminiscences in
its extensive interior. It is home to several theaters
such as the Nezahualcoyotl, the Juan Ruiz de Alarcon; the impressive
Teotihuacán Hall; the Aztec Plaza where the fabulous show
of the... More…
La Quebrada - Cliff Divers
La Quebrada is perhaps Acapulco's most iconic attraction:
a place that has come to symbolize the city itself. Every
day at 1 p.m., young men dive from La Quebrada's perilous
and jagged cliffs, timing their jump to coincide with
the incoming waves that cushion their impact and protect
them... More…
Fort of San Diego
Its original construction dates from between the years
1615 to 1617 and its principal function was to repel the
constant attacks by pirates, corsairs and filibusters
that prowled the seas during that era. A very strong
earthquake destroyed the Fort but it was rebuilt between 1778
and 1783... More…
Chapel of Peace
Take a good picture of the huge cross that towers over
the bay, at the atrium of the Chapel of Peace, a non-denominational
chapel in the Las Brisas area.
The Zocalo
The main public plaza in town. This is a center of family
activity and strolling about especially on Sundays. You
may find a band concert at the music gazebo on Sunday
afternoons and the traditional balloon man is always
a hit with the kids. This charming plaza is surrounded
by.... More…
The Cathedral
This church is a perfect example of Acapulco's rich history with Spanish,
Moorish and native influences. Its distinctive sky blue
domes dominate the downtown plaza. Step inside this cool
and quiet church and admire the collection of religious
statues. Saturdays are a good day to peek in on local...
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