Centro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Malecon Kiosk
Meet friends at this popular gathering point and admire the coastal views as you explore the many works of art decorating the esplanade.
Marina Cortez
At the esplanade’s southern tip stands a modern harbor with excellent dining options, stunning views and modern amenities for boat owners.
Nuestra Senora del Pilar Cathedral
Get a closer look at the glorious stained-glass windows and read the plaque about the missionary history of one of La Paz’s most iconic buildings.
Whale Museum
Videos, photos and large collection of whale and turtle skeletons provide a fascinating insight into the region’s extraordinary aquatic life.
Constitution Square
An old-fashioned bandstand, several floral displays and a replica of one of the region’s most striking rock formations decorate this central square.
Anthropology and History Museum of Baja California Sur
Study the cave wall paintings for a window into prehistoric humankind and review the temporary exhibits that trace the region’s past.
Activities
City Tour & Beaches from La Paz
Whale Shark Swimming Adventure: Small Group with Marine Biologist
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Seven Crown La Paz Centro Histórico
Location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
One La Paz Hotel
Best breakfast ever. Included. Very quiet location. Free parking. Clean room.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hotel Catedral
Friendly and welcoming front desk staff, super easy self parking in an underground garage, and the hotel was perfectly located within walking distance of tons of great restaurants and bars. Rooftop pool area was really nice too. Excellent place to stay in La Paz!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Seven Crown La Paz Malecon
Staff was very friendly, clean room but low quality. Loved the rooftop restaurant and view. good wifi, no hot water for showers.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
InHouse Glamping Hotel La Paz
Staff was very friendly and helpful at check in! Our room was fantastic! Charming, quiet, overlooked the pool, and ocean view! Has a spacious, rural feel, even though in town.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel HBlue Centro
Holy cow is this hotel ever clean. They take really good care of the place. You can tell that they really do take pride in the hotel. The rooftop is simply amazing!! It’s stunning. Breakfast is really nice. There’s not a huge selection but the cook will make you pretty much whatever you want (within ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro
Zona Central
If you're spending some time in Zona Central, Whale Museum and Anthropology and History Museum of Baja California Sur are top sights worth seeing.
Zona Comercial
While visiting Zona Comercial, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Cortez and Malecon Kiosk.
Perla
While there might not be top attractions in Perla, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Whale Museum and Marina Cortez.
Pueblo Nuevo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pueblo Nuevo and surrounding area, you can visit Marina Cortez and Sanctuary of the Virgen of Guadalupe.
Esterito
Esterito might not have many top sights, but Malecon Kiosk and Marina Cortez are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Los Olivos
While Los Olivos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whale Museum and Marina Cortez.
