Top Things to do in Puerto Penasco
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Puerto Penasco That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Puerto Penasco, Mexico including Rocky Point Ziplines, Playa Encanto, Mermaid's Market, Cholla Mall, Playa Bonita Beach, Isla San Jorge, El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve, Seashell Museum, Cholla Bay, Old Port.
Restaurants in Puerto Penasco
1. Rocky Point Ziplines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
This tour is over 1 mile of high flying fun! Our Zipline Tour is the biggest and best zipline adventure in Sonora, Mexico! It consists of 5 ziplines ranging in lengths of 350' to 2000' and heights of up to 150' above the desert floor.
2. Playa Encanto
3. Mermaid's Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
An arts and craft market held at an outdoor park venue. These markets are held each first and third Saturday from Mid-October through March annually. Generally, there will be 20+ vendors selling a variety of items. There is a beer garden with cocktails available. Along with several local restaurants offering food choices. Covid Related Information: As of October 2020 Local City Required Protocols include mandatory face masks for all visitors and vendors. Social distancing for booths and for visitors. Please respect these requirements for visiting the market.
Reviewed By barbararock2014 - Puerto Penasco, Mexico
Mermaid's Market is one of my FAVORITE things to do in Rocky Point. October - April each year beginning the 3rd weekend in October and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays after that. Artists, music, food, beer, people watching, Mermaid Margaritas and Bloody Marias. The outdoor Market in the Shrimp Park in town is unique and always fun. The Season Finale the 3rd week of April is nothing less than SPECTACULAR.....Pirates and Mermaids. Lots of costumes and contests.
4. Cholla Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By 355helgak - Sahuarita, United States
Definitely worth a visit! Lots of Talavera pieces, Day of the Dead figurines, t-shirts and more. Even tequila tasting.
5. Playa Bonita Beach
6. Isla San Jorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By adeolaa585
We took the kids on this excursion and we all had a marvelous time. The sea lion was a great experience for them and kayaking by sea lions was a once in a lifetime treat. Kids were also able to snorkle and it was all in all a great day! Definitely recommend it.
7. El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
Reviewed By Foody4seeker
The visitors center is nice. There is an 18 minute movie in english you can ask for. There are two short informative hikes that have signage in spanish and english. The road to the craters is permanently closed due to a local township wanting a fee for passage so they made a new road further north. You still have to check in at the biological center where the old road starts, 23 Km north of the visitors center. There you will pay an additional fee and be given instructions and a map. All in spanish. The new road is at Km 51 west out of Sonoyta, about 125 Km. A bit of an inconvenience but we wanted to see the craters and we had packed a lunch and had plenty to drink. The entrance is not marked but it is next to a structure being built, probably a new entrance office. From there it is pretty straight forward. High clearance vehicles are a must. The camping area is pretty spartan. It has a couple of tables with fire rings. The desert was in full bloom and was breath taking.
8. Seashell Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
*IMPORTANT: We will be closing at 2 on Feb 26th. The seasonal FRIDAY SeaShell Museum has been open since January, 2018. It is a privately owned seashell collection. This small museum has free admission. At the SeaShell Museum you will see samples of the many seashells found in this area, informative exhibits and discover a bit about the peoples who have been visiting here for hundreds of years. You will also see how a seashell begins to form and learn other "seashell trivia". This museum is an extension of the Off the Beach Workshop and Studio and is a little Quirky, kinda Funky and full of Seashell Trivia! Yes, this museum is only open on FRIDAYS 10 am - 5 pm (October thu May) and by appointment on other days and through the summer months. * Please schedule appointments by email.
Reviewed By Laughinghorseranch
Visited 3/12/21. Naomi is so knowledgeable and artistic with everything Sea of Cortez! Loved seeing her collection and learning how a shell forms. A must see when in Puerto Peñasco!!! FUN FUN FUN
9. Cholla Bay
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By rkypntkd - Glendale, United States
Cholla Bay is a nice quiet spot in Puerto Penasco! Nice beaches, restaurants and a famous JJ’s Cantina is a must stop! Check out Scott’s condos for a comfortable stay as well! Cholla was great!
10. Old Port
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 499 reviews
Reviewed By 872Cathy - Kirkland, United States
We love coming down to the Malecon in the Old Port and seeing all the vendors shops, the Mexican ceramics are amazing, the fish market has fresh caught shrimp and fish at low prices, and trying out all the various restaurants and bars is fun too! There is something for everyone to see and experience...try it out!
