Mexico · Baja California Sur · Los Cabos

What to see and do in Los Cabos

Sea and urban heritage between two different locations.

Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo and Playa Chileno are connected by the tourist corridor, with transfers between stops. Reserve the trip to the Arch for a day with suitable conditions and dedicate other days to the historic center and the beach.

3 days suggestedModerate budgetBeach and sea · Nature

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The Arch · Cabo San Lucas
Diego Delso Original photography · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Reduced version of Wikimedia; without editing the content. The website may show a frame crop.

What to visit in Los Cabos · El Arco, San José and Chileno

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

What to do in Los Cabos · El Arco, San José and Chileno

viewpoint

El Arco · sailing trip with Cabo Adventures

The rock formation of Cabo San Lucas can be seen from the sea. This proposal uses a sailboat ride from the Cabo Adventures operator that passes through the area of ​​the Arc and adds activities depending on the modality.

Activities for your visit

  • See the Arch and the landscape of Land's End from the boat.
  • Participate in included activities if conditions allow.

Tips for this place

  • The minimum age indicated by the operator is 8 years.
  • The departure and itinerary depend on the state of the sea.
Book a trip to the Arch ↗

Book the Luxury Sailing tour directly from the operator; the page is in English. It is not an entrance to the Arch nor does it guarantee disembarking at Playa del Amor. The operator indicates a minimum age of 8 years, dock fee not included and transfer from hotel optional at a separate cost. The itinerary depends on the state of the sea; Check the modality before paying.

Reference sources and location

Approximate reference of the place according to its official location; it does not identify the entrance, a navigation route or barrier-free access.

Reference coordinates: 22.8753, -109.8948.

Cabo Adventures · sailboat and views of the Arch

The Arch · Cabo San Lucas
The Arch · Cabo San Lucas Diego Delso Original photography · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Reduced version of Wikimedia; without editing the content. The website may show a frame crop.

culture

Historic center of San José del Cabo

The center of San José del Cabo combines a plaza, urban heritage and galleries. It allows you to dedicate a cultural day to a town other than Cabo San Lucas.

Activities for your visit

  • Walk through the square and streets of the center.
  • Explore the galleries that are open.

Tips for this place

  • Organize transfer from Cabo San Lucas or your hotel.
  • Galleries and events follow their own schedules.
Consult a tour through San José ↗

The walk through the streets and public square does not require a reservation. Galleries, shopping, consumption and special activities may have their own conditions; Do not confuse both locations in Los Cabos.

Reference sources and location

Approximate reference of the place according to its official location; it does not identify the entrance, a navigation route or barrier-free access.

Reference coordinates: 23.0611, -109.6971.

Los Cabos Tourism · historic center of San José del Cabo

beach

Chileno Beach

In the tourist corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, Chileno offers coast and beach services. Swimming and snorkeling always depend on the state of the sea and local indications.

Activities for your visit

  • Walk along the beach and contemplate the bay.
  • Check with the lifeguards about the conditions for entering the water.

Tips for this place

  • Follow the flags and avoid swimming if there are warnings.
  • Do not mine coral or get close to wildlife.
Check access to Chileno Beach ↗

Check public access and enabled services at Playa Chileno. You do not need to buy an excursion to visit the beach because of the access allowed; Transportation, equipment and guided tours are contracted separately.

Reference sources and location

Approximate reference of the place according to its official location; it does not identify the entrance, a navigation route or barrier-free access.

Reference coordinates: 22.9493, -109.8086.

Los Cabos Tourism Chileno Beach

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

3-day itinerary in Los Cabos · El Arco, San José and Chileno

  1. Day 1

    Sailboat ride to the Arch

    Confirm meeting point, requirements and inclusions with the operator before boarding.

  2. Day 2

    San Jose del Cabo

    Organize the transfer and walk through the historic center and its open galleries.

  3. Day 3

    Chileno Beach

    Use the public access enabled and check with lifeguards if conditions allow entering the water.

Tips for visiting Los Cabos · El Arco, San José and Chileno

  • The trip to the Arch depends on the state of the sea.
  • Not all beaches in Los Cabos are suitable for swimming: follow local indications.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Los Cabos · El Arco, San José and Chileno

Six flavors to explore Mexico: tacos al pastor, mole poblano, Oaxacan tlayudas, cochinita pibil, birria from Jalisco and fish tacos from Baja. Each guide highlights their regional cuisine; Photos identify your location where indicated and do not represent a recommended restaurant.

Tacos al pastor with onion and cilantro in small tortillas
Tacos al pastor photographed by Ari Helminen; reference preparation. Ari Helminen Original photography · CC BY 2.0

Mexico City and taquerias in the country

Tacos al pastor

Small tortillas with marinated pork sliced from a trompo (vertical rotisserie). They are usually topped with onion, cilantro, salsa and, depending on the taqueria, pineapple. They are one of the best-known flavors of Mexico City's street food and are also found in many other Mexican destinations.

Reference: Mexico City Tourism · Street Food

Weathered fish tacos with vegetables and sauce on a blue plate
Fish tacos from a stand in Tijuana, Baja California, photographed by ProtoplasmaKid; Baja style reference. ProtoplasmaKid · Original photography · CC BY 4.0

Baja California Peninsula · Also in Los Cabos

Baja style fish tacos

Coated or battered and fried fish, served in a tortilla with vegetables and sauce. In Los Cabos it is a classic of taquerias, with variations on the tortilla and accompaniments. The photograph is from a stand in Tijuana, Baja California; illustrates the style shared by the peninsula.

Reference: Los Cabos Tourism · Fish tacos

Sources to prepare your visit

Reference location: Cabo Adventures · sailboat and views of the Arch.

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