Centro Historico
Mazatlán
Visit Centro Historico
Popular places to visit
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.
Jose Maria Pino Suarez Municipal Market
Experience a sensory overload of sights, sounds and smells and sample authentic Mexican dishes at this 20th-century marketplace.
Immaculate Conception Cathedral
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Stone Island Cruise & Beach Day
Mazatlan City Sightseeing Tour with Shopping Time and Lunch
San Miguel de Allende walking tour with certified guide
Top hotels in Centro Historico
Gamma Mazatlán The Inn Centro Histórico
"El hotel está situado estrategicamente en el centro histórico de Mazatlán, ideal para conocer la Plazuela Machado, la Catedral y muy cerca de Olas Altas en el Malecón, al cual esta muy cerca del hotel y se puede ir a pie. El hotel es muy tranquilo ideal para personas de la tercera edad y hombres ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Tierra Marina Centro Histórico
"Personnel très serviable, propreté de la chambre 10 sur 10 et lit vraiment confortable."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Best Western Posada Freeman
"Great stay, fantastic location and staff are very accommodating!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Casa Barros Vacation Condos
"The apartment(s) itself were clean and nicely furnished. However, once we opened the sleeper sofa, the mattress was disgusting. Full of stains. The towels in the bathroom(s) were so dirty that we called the manager on duty to complain about both issues. We were moved to another unit and the situation ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Pueblo Bonito Vantage Centro Histórico Mazatlán
"Only comment is that it was hard to get PDF copy of my receipt with all my charges for the stay. The the place is A+ property."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hotel Morales Inn
"Very cheap but dirty and old conditions building"
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico
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.
Balcones de Loma Linda
While visiting Balcones de Loma Linda, you might make a stop by sights like Monumento Mujer Mazalteca and La Cueva Del Diablo.
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.
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.
Cerro del Vigia
Travellers like the historical sites in Cerro del Vigia, and Observatory 1873 is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
