BEACHESIN ACAPULCO
Acapulco has plenty of unique beautiful beaches, along the
bayside, in the Traditional or Nautical area, the Golden Zone, the exclusivity of
Pichilingue, the comfort of Punta Diamante, or the secluded beaches in Barra
Vieja. Acapulco's beaches are world renowned for their beauty and their
services. Beside four beaches have been recognized
by the Foundation for Environmental Education’s (FEE) Blue Flag program.
Pie de la Cuesta
It is about 45 minutes north of
Acapulco, is a lovely stretch of
tropical beach that extends for 17 kilometers between the Pacific Ocean and the
beautiful Coyuca Lagoon. It has extremely high and dangerous waves, and it has
hosted surfing events.
Playa La Langosta
It is a small beach located in a
small cove opening directly into the Pacific Ocean beneath towering mountain
cliffs. It’s much less crowded than other beaches and generally too rough for
swimming.
Caleta and
Caletilla
They are two of the most known and
visited beaches of Acapulco located in the Traditional zone. Here you will find thatched-roofed seafood restaurants and
watersports equipment for rent. Since the beaches have gentle waves, they both
are great to practice snorkel, paddle board and kayak.
Playa Roqueta and Marín
These are two small
beaches amidst a hilly forested terrain in the Roqueta Island. Playa Roqueta
has thatched-roof restaurants where you can enjoy a snack and a cold beer, and
Playa Marín is a more secluded beach.
Playa Tlacopanocha
This small beach lies along at the end of the city's Malecon (sea walk) and
across from the Maritime Terminal. It's probably the most popular
spot for families.
Playa Tamarindos
It extends
for about 700 meters and ithere are rows of large coconut
palms and several good beach restaurants. The water is somewhat calmer than in the beaches farther to the east
in the Golden Zone.
Playa
Hornos
Lined with coconut palms, this beach offers
calm waters to swim and some restaurants.
Playa Hornitos
This long stretch of beach is
located near the Papagayo Park.
Playa Condesa
With strong waves that
are perfect for skiing and parasailing, Condesa Beach is the liveliest in the
bay, famous for its restaurants, clubs, bars and discos. If you're feeling a
little more adventurous, you can
jump with the bungee.
Playa Icacos
A wide strip of sand with gentle waves, a
family-friendly beach lined with high-rise hotels. The beach
was recognized by the Foundation for Environmental Education’s (FEE) Blue Flag
program.
Playa Revolcadero
Lovely wide stretch of sandy beach. Waves are
large and surfing is popular here, especially in summer, but a strong undertow
makes swimming dangerous. It is ideal for horseback riding.
Playa
Puerto Marqués
It is considered one
of the top choices for beach swimming in Acapulco. The waters
are a beautiful emerald green color
and the waves are calm, ideal for water
sports.
Barra Vieja
Small
restaurants that offer delicious “pescado a la talla” surround the beach. You
can enjoy a horseback
riding, or ATV riding, or watch the beautiful
sunset.
