1. Summary 2. Highlights 3. Background 4. Getting Here 5. Getting Around 6. Weather and Climate 7. Health and Safety 8. Things to See and Do 9. Shopping 10. Nearby

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edit Cabo San Lucas Travel Guide

Cabo is a varied destination that captures the essence of Baja Peninsula in its many resorts, championship golf courses, world-class dining and amazing outdoor activities. Cabo San Lucas is a bustling hub for sport fishermen, cruise ships, handicraft vendors, water sport aficionados and nightlife seekers. The area is considered the second fastest growing resort destination in all of Mexico and particularly busy with visitors during the winter high season, November to February. With some of the best all-around sport fishing in the world and every water sport imaginable, Cabo is the ultimate destination for travelers looking for outdoor adventure.

edit Highlights

edit Background

There are three districts in "Cabo":

1. San Jose del Cabo, the "Old Town", which is nearest to the airport. San Jose has old Mexico charm and some shining new resorts.

2. Cabo San Lucas, the "Main Town", which is 20-some miles form the airport, and the entertainment hub of Cabo. The famous arch is in Cabo San Lucas.

3. The Corridor, the highway which connects San Jose and Cabo San Lucas, which is now lined with golf courses, condos and resorts that hug the stunning coastline.

By night, Cabo San Lucas is one of the hottest party towns in North America with glittering nightlife and a plethora of dining options that make energetic Cabo San Lucas an all-time favorite. Also called Cabo San “Loco” or just plain “Cabo”, the town’s reputation as the wild party center of the Baja Peninsula has brought fame and infamy to its many bars and nightclubs.

edit Getting Here

By plane

The regional airport, Los Cabos International Airport (IATA: SJD) (624) 146-5111, is located outside of San Jose del Cabo and will take approximately 30-45 minutes to travel to Cabo San Lucas.

By train

By car

By bus

By boat

edit Getting Around

One of the best and most exciting ways to travel around Cabo is to rent a BMW motorcycle. Cabo BMW Rentals rents BMW motorcycles as well as scooters, they will provide you with helmets. You can ride north out of the tropics and to Los Barriles which is a great stop for a bite to eat or to do some walking on the beach. Its called the "Cabo Loop" which consists of a 200 mile paved ride, starting in Cabo San Lucas and visiting the larger cities of San José del Cabo, Los Barriles, Todos Santos and returning to Cabo San Lucas.

By Car

There are many car rental agencies in Los Cabos, most of which have names familiar to travelers in the Americas. If you are staying in a villa or plan on many day-trips that are not covered by a resort or timeshare shuttle, then a rental will likely be the most cost effective.

By Mass Transit

Taxis are readily available and rates are negotiable.

By Foot

edit Weather And Climate

edit Health And Safety

Police

Fire Department

Hospitals

Crime

Smoking

edit Things To See And Do

edit Shopping

Nearby Todos Santos, a small town on the Pacific side of Baja is beccoming quite well known for it's arts and restaurants. It is the location of the much disputed Hotel California, though the Eagles don't lay claim to actually singing about that hotel. The Cafe Santa Fe is a world renown restaurant in the center of Todos Santos, and is on my "must do" list when I am there.

The main beach of Cabo is located near the marina in the bay. On the beach there are some great places to eat and drink including The Office, along with many others most of the places have outdoor tables on the beach. The beach overlooks lands end. You can also take a ride to Lands End by boat and also lover's beach one of the best beaches in the world. Great Shells

If you want great deals on activities and have plenty of time to kill, sit in on a timeshare presentation. Representatives are everywhere, the airport, on the streets, in restaurant and hotel lobbies, even in the small grocery markets (Mini Super).

The nearby town of Todos Santos is a perfect side trip from Cabo. Todos Santos is a small community with approximately 4000 people. The town is filled with artist and culture.