Things to do in La Paz
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Malecón
Malecón. La Paz's Newly Reconstructed Waterfront, With Its Wide Sidewalk, Tiny Beaches, Tourist Pier, Benches, Sculptures By Local Artists And Unimpeded Sunset Views, Has Become The City's Biggest Highlight. At The Time Of Research, The Malecón Stretched 5.5km (3.5 Miles), From The Marina De La Paz In The South, To Playa Coromuel To The North. The Real Magic Is At Sundown, When Paceños Spill Out Of Their Homes And Take To The Malecón To Stroll, Jog, Bike, Power Walk Or Just Hang Out And Listen To The Live Bands That Set Up On What's Easily One Of Mexico's Finest Waterfronts.
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Bismark II
Bismark II ; Bismark-cito (128-9900; Paseo Obregón at Constitución; mains USaround US$7-12) Long ago, a woman opened a taco stand that later grew into this favorite seafood restaurant with good prices and great fish. The taco stand tacos USaround US$1 to USaround US$6), open from 09:00 to 17:00, is still a hit and is parked daily in front of Bismark-cito, the family's other restaurant. The lobster tacos sell out by noon, despite their costing US$6 a pop.
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Rancho Viejo
When it comes to meat, there's no competition; the melt-in-your-mouth tacos de arrachera (skirt steak tacos) are to die for. Also try the delicious tacos al pastor (rotisserie pork tacos) and the gringas (flour tortillas with meat, salsa and melted cheese). Vegetarians can go for the papas asadas (grilled potatoes stuffed with mushrooms, corn, onions and cheese); just tell them to hold the meat.
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Centro Cultural Esperanza Rodríguez
Centro Cultural Esperanza Rodríguez. This Small Cultural Center-Cum-Art Gallery Focuses On Women Artists From Baja California Sur, Though International Works Are Often Featured, Depending Upon The Theme (For Example, During An International Women's Day Exhibit, Artists From Mainland Mexico And Other Countries Were Displayed). If The Caretaker Isn't In, She's Probably Next Door In The Attached Internet Center.
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El Michoacano
It's technically not a taquería, but you do wrap the carnitas (slow-roasted pork) in corn tortillas, so it's close enough. Buy the pork by the kilo, sit at the outdoor tables and chow down. Wednesdays are two-for-one, and it's cheaper if you buy your own tortillas at the tortillería next door and take it all to the beach.
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Catedral de Nuestra Señora de La Paz
On the Plaza Constitución's western side, the Catedral de Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the city's cathedral. It only dates from 1861 but mimics the style of California mission architecture. Nothing remains of the city's first cathedral, which was built in 1720 under the direction of Jesuit missionaries Jaime Bravo and Juan de Ugarte near the plaza.
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Plaza Constitución
Plaza Constitución . Officially Known As Jardín Velasco, La Paz's Zócalo (Main Plaza) Is The Traditional Heart Of The City. Crowned With An Attractive Gazebo Bandstand, The Plaza Is The Perfect Spot To Unwind In The Shade And People Watch On A Hot Day. It's At Its Liveliest In The Evening.
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Mc Fisher
Oyster, garlic octopus, clam, smoked marlin and sautéed shrimp are just a hint of the astounding array of tacos Mc Fisher whips out. Chase 'em down with a michelada (beer and lemonade over ice in a mug ringed with salt) or a shot of Cazadores tequila. Outdoor tables add to the fun.
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Unidad Cultural Profesor Jesús Castro Agúndez
A sprawling concrete edifice, the Teatro de la Ciudad is the most conspicuous element of the Unidad Cultural Profesor Jesús Castro Agúndez, a cultural center that takes up most of the area bounded by Altamirano, Navarro, Héroes de la Independencia and Legaspi.
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Baja Paradise
Offers guided camping tours on Espíritu Santo, plus all other activities. Hostel-type accommodations are possible and the owner is a professor in the local university’s ecological tourism program who takes care to make the trips as ‘green’ and as low-impact on the environment as possible.
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Super Tacos Baja California
The delicious fish, shrimp and manta-ray tacos at this popular stand, between Calles Constitución and Zaragoza, are served with freshly made salsas. As with potato chips, it’s hard to eat just one. It is conveniently located outside the Pensión California.
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La Boheme
Reasonably priced La Boheme is set in a candlelit courtyard in a historic building. The cream-of-asparagus soup, simple though it sounds, is exquisite. The bar has great ambience and is a nice spot to stop for a glass of red before heading home.
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El Quinto Sol
Besides its bean specialties, this vegetarian landmark and health-food market offers large breakfast servings of yogurt (plain or with fruit, granola or muesli), licuados (fruit shakes), fresh-baked breads and pastries.
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Teatro de la Ciudad
Features performances by musical and theatrical groups, often by performers from mainland Mexico, as well as occasional film series. The giant theater is within the Unidad Cultural Profesor Jesús Castro Agúndez .
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Mercado N Bravo
Downtown's indoor seafood and vegetable market has a section of food stalls guaranteeing some of the cheapest eats in town (soups, seafood, stuff like that). You'll enjoy them only if you can handle the smell of fish.
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Kiwi
Touristy, but it is the only restaurant on the ocean side of the malecón, between Calle 5 de Mayo and Constitución and offers great views you can enjoy while eating decent Mexican and American fare.
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La Terraza
Part of Hotel Perla, La Terraza's main draw is its large, open terrace facing the malecón, making it a great spot to take in the breeze, the people and the sunset. The food is decent.
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Carlos 'n' Charlie's
Serving tacos, burgers, chicken, pasta and steak to a predominantly Mexican crowd, this branch of the national chain is more noted for drinking than for dining, but the food is definitely reliable.
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Super Taquería Hermanos González
Whether it can maintain the reputation it acquired when it served its famous fish tacos from a street stand remains to be seen, now that it expanded. Odds are it will. Don't miss it.
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Santuario de la Virgen de Guadalupe
The Santuario de la Virgen de Guadalupe is La Paz’ biggest religious monument. Its 12m-tall altar is impressive and it’s open later on special events or holidays.
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Colima By Café
There's always something happening at Colima By Café. With live music every night of the week, a cramped pool table and a tropical theme, this mellow place is a hit!
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La Fuente
La Fuente scoops up La Paz's best ice cream; homemade flavors include elote (corn), guava and tequila-with-almond. Spot it by the big polka-dot tree out front.
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La Mar y Peña
Choose from nearly 60 seafood dishes while mariachi bands kick out the tunes at this casual local favorite. It's part of a seafood co-op so the fish is always fresh.
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La Fonda
The outdoor patio at La Fonda is great, but the real reason to come here is the cheap and excellent comidas corridas (set meals) served from 13:00 to 19:00.
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Tequila Bar & Grill
Resembling a ranch house dipped in tar, this small architectural oddity is great spot for antojitos and margaritas. Excellent place to kick off the night.
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