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Mazatlan Vacations

Sometimes getting lost is an excellent way to discover a new place. That being said, it certainly helps to familiarize yourself with some key things about your destination before you head off. Read on for a few basics about Mazatlan.

To help get you oriented, Mazatlan is located 130 miles (209 kilometers) to the southeast of the noteworthy city of Culiacan.

Like meeting the locals on vacation? This part of Sinaloa has a population of around 350,000 residents.

Places to visit in Mazatlan

Got spare time on your hands? Head to El Faro Lighthouse, one of the city's most significant attractions.

El Mirador rewards visitors with breathtaking vistas along with some extraordinary photo opportunities. Want some more ideas? A fabulous way to really get a taste of an area's culture is to visit its bustling marketplaces. Peruse the wares and shop like a local at Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market. But there's more. Attended for public worship and private prayer, Immaculate Conception Cathedral is a celebrated theological structure. That being said, you need not be a faithful church-goer to enjoy this serene place.

Where do you fly into for Mazatlan?

Suitcase all packed? Awesome — jump on a plane to General Rafael Buelna International Airport (MZT). Once you hit the runway, you'll be only 10 miles (16 kilometers) to the east from the center of Mazatlan.