Acapulco Overview

For much of the 20th century, the beautiful port city of Acapulco has been a prime travel destination for foreigners and Mexicans alike. The city first achieved fame as a favoured holiday spot for such American celebrities as Elizabeth Taylor and Frank Sinatra in the 1950s. The decades that followed brought a plethora of hotels and resorts catering to middle class travellers which turned Acapulco into a tourism boomtown. more...

Acapulco Activities

This massive water and sea-life park is one of the highlights for kids. Among the many attractions at the park are water slides, wave pools, water toboggans and other wet rides. The daily dolphin shows are also a very popular part of CICI. For a truly unique treat, there's even a dolphin swim program which gives you 30 minutes of introduction and 30 minutes of swim time with the dolphins. The cost is a bit high but the experience is certainly worth it. For more information, call: +52 744 484 8033. more...

Acapulco Events and Festivals

The Acapulco Fair: offers rides, games, shopping and food and is ideal for visitors with children. It takes place near the Convention Centre. more...

Acapulco Sightseeing

If you have any interest in the Mexican art scene, then you must pay a visit to this formidable and fashionable gallery. This is the place to view the hottest contemporary art by Mexico's most talented artists. All of the paintings and sculptures are for sale, just in case you see something which would look great in your house. Telephone: +52 74 844844 more...

Acapulco Transport

Juan N. Alvarez International Airport handles a large number of flights from within Mexico and from destinations all over North America. Aeromexico and Mexicana operate direct domestic flights from the country's main cities as well as connecting flights from several American cities. European travellers will have to make a connection in one of the major US cities to reach Acapulco. more...

Acapulco Travel Tips

Office hours in Acapulco are 09:00 until 19:00 which may seem late, but a two hour lunch is often taken. Banks are open at 09:00 and close at 15:00 although most currency exchange offices stay open until 17:00. Shops are open from Mondays to Saturdays and will often stay open late. more...