Travel to Mexico

Los Cabos Museum of Natural History

On the main square, this museum houses many interesting exhibits relating to area history, including artifacts from notable shipwrecks and ancient fossils. Admission is free.

El Faro Viejo

A popular excursion is to this turn-of-the-century lighthouse on the dunes at the extreme southern tip of the peninsula. The building is currently undergoing renovation but the location’s real attraction is a view of a Pacific sunset that is unforgettable. Much of the film “Troy,” starring Brad Pitt, was shot here. The lighthouse was built at Cabo Falso  in 1905 of fired adobe brick. In 1967 a red-and-white striped lighthouse, built of cement, was erected nearby, as the old one suffered from the ravages of the sea. The original French-manufactured Fresnel lens from the first structure was adapted for motorized use and installed in the second lighthouse. Half the fun of a visit to the lighthouse is getting there on an ATV (all-terrain vehicle) or on horseback. Organized ATV tours are the most common way to visit and the best tours are organized by Tio Sports Adventure & Nature. This experienced outfit offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including snorkeling and scuba diving. Tel. 143-3399. If you embark on an unguided tour of this site, be sure to carry extra water for yourself and extra fuel for your vehicle. Cabo Falso is a windswept and remote area, and more than a few cars get stuck in the soft sand, so use caution.

Boat Rides

Boat outings are a great way to view this coast and its attractions. Caborey, a catamaran measuring 134 feet, is a family oriented floating cabaret offering three decks of live entertainment, including a nightly tango show, and gourmet dining, shopping and daytime snorkeling tours. Tel. 143-8260. Cabo Expeditions, at the Costa Real Cabo Hotel, has a three-hour snorkeling excursion to three different sites, as well as whale-watching tours, aboard Zodiac rafts. Tel. 143-2700. The Oceanus double-deck catamaran cruiser offers a four-hour sightseeing excursion along the coast, from Cabo to San Jose and back. Tel. 143-3929.

Eco Paraíso is a perfect getaway!

Just imagine watching pelicans or flamingos flying across the skies or even sea turtles when they come ashore to lay their eggs or hatch two months later; strolling along the beach for hours, millions of seashells at your footsteps, your only companions being the sounds of the sea and a few fishing boats passing by. That is what you will find in this paradise!

PARQUE SAN NICOLAS

Parque San Nicolas opened in the beginning of 1998. It's used by 1,600 visitors a week - almost half by cyclists who use the well-made trails to explore and race through the mountain passes. In preparation for a better management of the tourists, guides have been trained and workshops offered, taking into account medical needs and public security. Guides identify the native plants, which transform the forest into a combination pharmacy and multi-purpose tienda. On a recent trip, the guide pointed out the perlilla plant (used for making traditional brooms) and the sauco tree, the flowers of which are used in tea to relieve coughing. The ejido has established areas for camping as well as easier trails for the elderly and children. Wisely, they want to make sure the hiking and biking trails are clearly defined. It's no fun to dodge slow-moving hikers if you're on two wheels and it's worse being hit by a fast-moving mountain bike if you're on foot.

Museo de Historia Mexicana

History does not have to be boring and tedious, as this museum for Mexican history will show you. Four amazing exhibit halls illustrate in a unique manner the political, economic, cultural and social development of the nation, from ancient times to the Colony and its Independence up until current times. Models, paintings, antiques, videos and even interactive computers recreate the main events which defined Mexican identity. Monthly cultural events and educational activities are scheduled

Barrio Antiguo

This is what they call the group of old houses located along several blocks behind the Metropolitan Cathedral, which have successfully survived the battle of time. They are protected by a decree issued in 1998, and have undergone much refurbishment. The old ones date back to the 17th century and belonged to the families that established themselves in this city. Others date back to the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. It is a real experience to walk along these stone-paved streets,

Casino de Monterrey

The casino building has a long-standing tradition for been an important meeting centre, where the most momentous parties and cultural events of the region were held. It is built in Neo-classical style, like most of the constructions around it, but has a clear French influence. Its wide halls are distributed throughout both levels, reached by the grand wrought-iron staircase of unique beauty

Gran Plaza o Macroplaza

This is one of the biggest plazas in the world with 40 hectares of esplanades, fountains and gardens, around which the main public and historic buildings of the city are situated. The main hotel area is located near the Macroplaza. Its second level underground has restaurants and brand name shops. In a few words, if you find this plaza you will have it all!

Catedral Metropolitana de Nuestra Señora de Monterrey

This impressive cathedral is the seat of the local archdiocese. Its exterior and interior demonstrate different architectural styles. Two towers  guarding its belfries flanks the elaborate ornamental work of the facade. Inside you will find and enjoy paintings of the colonial period to the 19th century. It is worth visiting for its delicate beauty.