Centro Historico Travel Guide

Mazatlán

Mazatlan showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset
Plaza Machado which includes a square or plaza and a park as well as a large group of people
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market featuring food and markets
Centro Historico
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market featuring markets and food

Popular places to visit

Plaza Machado which includes a square or plaza and a park as well as a large group of people

Plaza Machado

Admire colonial-era mansions, listen to live music and people-watch from sidewalk cafés at this sophisticated square in the heart of Mazatlán’s historic center.

Plaza Machado
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market showing markets and food

Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market

Experience a sensory overload of sights, sounds and smells and sample authentic Mexican dishes at this 20th-century marketplace.

Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market
Immaculate Conception Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Immaculate Conception Cathedral

The crowning glory of Mazatlán’s Old Town, this 19th-century cathedral bears Gothic and Moorish influences and has a striking collection of stained-glass windows.

Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Republic Square

Republic Square

Learn about the local history of Mazatlán when you take a trip to Republic Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Republic Square

Mazatlan Archaeological Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mazatlan Archaeological Museum during your trip to Mazatlán. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Mazatlan Archaeological Museum

Angela Peralta Theater

You can make plans for a show at Angela Peralta Theater on your trip to Mazatlán. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Angela Peralta Theater

Things to do

Mazatlan, Mexico

Mazatlan City Sightseeing Tour with Shopping Time and Lunch

Rp660.355
per adult
Mazatlan City Sightseeing Tour with Shopping Time and Lunch
BeachBlast ATV's & City Tour

BeachBlast ATV's & City Tour

Rp1.634.787
per adult
BeachBlast ATV's & City Tour
Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi

Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi

Rp1.313.370
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan: Barrio Bites Tour in a Traditional Taxi
Mazatlan Cathedral

Mazatlan City Tour by Traditional Open Air Vehicle Pulmonia

Rp1.039.313
per adult
Mazatlan City Tour by Traditional Open Air Vehicle Pulmonia
Seafood Secrets tour

Seafood Secret Tour in Mazatlan

Rp1.288.014
per adult
Seafood Secret Tour in Mazatlan
Mazatlán city tour

Mazatlán city tour

Rp982.401
per adult
Mazatlán city tour
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Top hotels in Centro Historico

Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico

Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico

3 out of 5
1502 Belisario Domínguez Centro, Mazatlán, Sin.
The price is Rp1.062.001 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.062.001
Rp1.263.781 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)
"Es un moderno hotel ubicado estratégicamente en la zona antigua histórica de Mazatlan , se encuentra muy cerca del malecón y de muchos restaurantes donde se encuentran variedades gastronómicas d ella región e internacional !! Definitivamente recomiendo este Hotel"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico
Best Western Posada Freeman

Best Western Posada Freeman

3 out of 5
Av Olas Altas 79 Sur, Centro Historico, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is Rp1.294.985 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.294.985
Rp1.541.033 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (963 reviews)
"It’s was great but to hot in August"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Best Western Posada Freeman
Hotel La Siesta Malecón

Hotel La Siesta Malecón

3 out of 5
Olas Altas #11, Historic Center, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is Rp829.533 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp829.533
Rp987.144 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (860 reviews)
"Extremely noisy in the summer with Malecón auto and pedestrian traffic, water temperature is warm ~85 degrees, crowds settle down after October. Winter is great time to visit, however sea water is a bit cooler. Bed was great, if you like a firm mattress, internet, ok, not great! Access relatively ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hotel La Siesta Malecón
Casa Barros Vacation Condos

Casa Barros Vacation Condos

4 out of 5
114 Circunvalación Cerro del Vigía, Mazatlán, Sin.
The price is Rp546.079 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp546.079
Rp1.429.945 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star condo in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (193 reviews)
"The blankets were pretty dirty, and don’t have enough things to clean, but nice place!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Hotel Raíces de Mar

Hotel Raíces de Mar

3.5 out of 5
512 Sixto Osuna Centro, Mazatlán, SIN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp978.909 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp978.909
Rp1.164.918 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (157 reviews)
"My stay at Hotel Raíces de Mar completely met my expectations for a boutique hotel right in the Plazuela Machada. The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was perfect! The small soaking pool was refreshing and I enjoyed exploring el Centro from the doorstep."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Hotel Raíces de Mar
Villa Serena Centro Histórico

Villa Serena Centro Histórico

3 out of 5
Heriberto Frías #1610, Col. Centro, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is Rp982.329 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp982.329
Rp1.168.990 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Mazatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Plaza Machado and Olas ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)
"Was looking for a nice culture look place to stay in el centro. This place was amazing. Love the architecture, the greenery, the views and the pool. 100 percent recommended. Would definitely come back."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Villa Serena Centro Histórico
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico

Olas Altas Beach featuring a sunset, street scenes and a gorge or canyon

Downtown Mazatlan

Downtown Mazatlan is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Plaza Machado or Olas Altas Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Mazatlan
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Balcones de Loma Linda

Balcones de Loma Linda might not have many top sights, but Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Balcones de Loma Linda
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Playa del Sur

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Playa del Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Olas Altas Beach and Plaza Machado.

Playa del Sur
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Ferrocarrilera

While there might not be top attractions in Ferrocarrilera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Norte and Fisherman's Monument.

Ferrocarrilera
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Cerro del Vigia

Travellers like the historical sites in Cerro del Vigia, and Old Spanish Fort is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cerro del Vigia
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Stone Island

Though Stone Island may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach.

Stone Island

Centro Historico Travel Guide