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Whether you are young and carefree or just letting loose for the weekend, you can forget your worries and party the night away in Acapulco. Stop by one of the crazy foam parties at El Alebrije – the cover includes an open bar for the ladies. Do not neglect to tip the employees if you want great service in any of the bars or clubs in Acapulco. The Diamond Zone is an upscale area with many mansions and posh resorts. Even if you only have an imaginary trust fund, you can still have a night on the town with the beautiful people at the Palladiumnightclub, perched atop a cliff overlooking Acapulco. If you prefer a lowbrow night out, stop by Senior Frog'sfor some excellent food and an electric party atmosphere. If you are confident enough to drop it like it's hot in your string bikini, you should unleash your dance diva at Disco Beach, which has an actual dance floor outside in the sparkling sand adjacent to Condesa Beach,which is the main tourist beach in Acapulco. ... Read more »
Acapulco Top 10
10. El Fuerte Del Virrey is an historical site with an old pirate ship situated right on the coast of Acapulco. |
5. If you are hungry and want to watch the famous cliff divers take a leap, your best option is to eat at La Perla restaurant, where you can see the show for free. |
9. Take a break from the heat and entertain the kids with a trip to CiCi Acapulco Magico, which is a water park with rides and dolphin shows. |
4. Mural Diego Rivera is a popular landmark in Acapulco for those who enjoy fine art. A collection of this famous artist's work is on display at the home of his late paramour, Dolores Olmedo Patiño. |
8. The Chapel of Peace is a picturesque church built by a Mexican gentleman to memorialise his sons who had been tragically killed in an accident. |
3. Barra Vieja Beach is a pristine, secluded beach. |
7. Capilla Submarina is a statue of the Virgin of Guadalupe that has been submerged under water and is only visible above water by glass-bottom boat. |
2. Zócalo is the town square in Acapulco where visitors can explore cultural sites such as the Cathedral and other landmarks. |
6. La Catedral is a beautiful old church built using Byzantine-style architectural flairs. |
1. Take a glass-bottom boat or water taxi to beautiful Isla de la Roqueta.Many of Acapulco’s most popular attractions are in this area. |
Acapulco Events
Right after Christmasends, the people of Acapulcocelebrate Three Kings Day, which is a Mexican gift-giving celebration. Many local eateries will provide special buffets for guests on this day.
Candlemas is a celebration in Acapulco marked by a parade with dancers, floats, and marching bands and evening fireworks displays. It takes place in February.
Holy Week, knownlocally as ‘Semana Santa’, is the Easter celebration in Acapulco that is held after Lent. It features a variety of festivities all over town.
The Acapulco Fair is a carnival held every year around the holidays. It has rides, food booths, games and prizes, and souvenir vendors. It is reminiscent of county fairs from the 1980s.
Dia de la Independencia is on 16 September, and there are always grand festivities and special venues all over Acapulco to celebrate the Mexican Independence Day.
La Quebrada Cliff Divers have been awing audiences in Acapulco for more than 70 years with their breathtaking leaps into the relatively shallow La Quebrada. They offer four shows per day between 1 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Virgin of Guadalupe Festival is held on 12 December, and it features a host of events, including a parade that concludes the traditional processions. Acapulco is alive with street parties, carnivals and dances until the sun comes up the next day.
Festival de Cine Negro is an annual tribute to films with themes relating to Africa. Several theatres throughout Acapulco hold screenings during this event.
Skimfest is an annual surfing event that takes place in the middle of May at the Playa Condesa in Acapulco.
The Acapulco Music Festival is the local annual music festival. Numerous Latino bands and artists gather to perform electrifying concerts for a week in May.
When to Go
While temperatures do not mark seasonal changes in Acapulco, the summer and early fall months are this area's rainy season.
The temperature does not change much during the year. The highs are typically in the mid to high 80s F (30°C), and the lows are in the low to mid 70s F (23°C).
It rains a great deal in the summer, with monthly accumulation reaching as much as 30 inches (80 cm).
Getting There
If you fly to your destination, the Juan N. Alvarez International Airport in Mexico City will be the main gateway into the country, but you can catch a short ‘puddle jumper’ to Acapulco and get there in a little more than a half hour.
You can also take a comfortable first-class bus to Acapulco from Mexico City. Prices will range from around 395 to 520 pesos depending on just how posh you like your ride.
Taxis and city buses are available for vicinity travel once you get to Acapulco, and the fares are quite cheap. It is not advisable to drive because the traffic is rough and parking is extremely limited.
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Punta Caletilla Fraccionamiento las Playas Acapulco Guerrero 39390
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Costera Miguel Aleman 2310 Acapulco Guerrero 39840
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Plazoleta La Quebrada 74 Colonia Centro Acapulco Guerrero 39300
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Costera Miguel Aleman 130 Acapulco Guerrero 39380
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Caracol 70 Fraccionamiento Farallon Acapulco Guerrero 39690
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Captain Anton De Alaminos 232 Acapulco Guerrero 39670
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Avenida Costera Miguel Aleman 163 Acapulco Mexico 39670
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Tabachines 2 Fraccionamiento Club Deportivo Acapulco Guerrero 39690
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