Centro Historico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Plaza Machado which includes a park and a square or plaza 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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Immaculate Conception Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

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

Activities

Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day

Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day

AU$56
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus

Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus

AU$38
per adult
Mazatlan City Tour by FunBus
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone

Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone

AU$40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan Sightseeing and Golden Zone
Beach Day Tour with Horseback Ride Water Sports and City Tour

Beach Day Tour with Horseback Ride Water Sports and City Tour

AU$119
per adult
Beach Day Tour with Horseback Ride Water Sports and City Tour
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass

Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mazatlan Observatorio 1873 Ticket and Pass
Tequila Factory Tour

Tequila Factory Tour

AU$76
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Tequila Factory Tour
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Our pick of the best Centro Historico Hotel Deals

Best Western Posada Freeman

Best Western Posada Freeman

3 out of 5
Av Olas Altas 79 Sur, Centro Historico, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is AU$147 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$147
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (970 reviews)
"Very good staff"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Best Western Posada Freeman
Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico

Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico

3 out of 5
1502 Belisario Domínguez Centro, Mazatlán, Sin.
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Machado and Olas Altas Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel, the staff was excellent, location. Excellent we had a great time."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico
Hotel La Siesta Malecón

Hotel La Siesta Malecón

3 out of 5
Olas Altas #11, Historic Center, Mazatlán, SIN
The price is AU$104 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$104
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (866 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 July 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 AU$130 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$130
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star condo in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (210 reviews)
"Nice property near the strip. Can be a bit loud on the weekend but that is to be expected Mazaltan is a party city on the weekend."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Casa Barros Vacation Condos
Hotel Raíces de Mar

Hotel Raíces de Mar

3.5 out of 5
512 Sixto Osuna Centro, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 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 June 2025

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Hotel Raíces de Mar
Villa Serena Centro Histórico

Villa Serena Centro Histórico

3 out of 5
Heriberto Frías #1610, Col. Centro, Mazatlán, SIN
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Mazatlán. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Plaza Machado and Olas ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
Artistic Oasis in Historic Center
"Beautiful, folkloric design- unique decor and excellent location. There are two plunge pools for soaking in various courtyards. It was quiet and the staff graciously put up with our terrible Spanish!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

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Villa Serena Centro Histórico
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico

Olas Altas Beach showing views, street scenes and a sunset

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

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