The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Baja California, Baja California

July 26, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

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Restaurants in Baja California

1. Loreto Bay National Marine Park

Loreto Mexico +52 613 134 0350 http://www.lamisionloreto.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 623 reviews

Loreto Bay National Marine Park

This park works to preserve Loreto's desert ecosystem.

Reviewed By Dahlyana

My husband and I recently visited Loreto, Mexico and it was a wonderful visit. We did some sight seeing on our own but also used the tour company of Wild Loreto for an all day tour to the Pacific to see the gray whales and their calves. It was awesome and our tour guide, Chalio, was wonderful. He knew when the whales were getting ready to come up and we had our cameras ready. We liked our tour to the see the whales with Chalio so much that we decided to take another tour to Coronado Island that is in the National Marine National Park in Loreto Bay in order to see more marine life! Marine life we saw in all its glory; we saw sea lions, all sorts of birds including the blue footed booby, dolphins, and had a beautiful hike on a clean and well marked trail that revealed millions of years of geologic activity. All stunning and Chalio was a wonderful guide. I hope Loreto Bay stays protected as the ecological wonder that it is.

2. El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas T2A 6P2 Mexico
Excellent
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5.0 based on 8,472 reviews

El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

Tourists flock to this natural rock formation, a whale-watching site and snorkeling spot.

Reviewed By mcmomny - Rochester, United States

Had a wonderful hour taxi ride trip, great guide who told us the history of Lovers Beach and Divorce Beach, showed us the sea lions and made sure we saw Pedro the sea lion on the ride back!

3. Isla Espiritu Santo

Playa el Tecolote, La Paz 23000 Mexico +52 612 200 3989 [email protected] http://baja.org
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,810 reviews

Isla Espiritu Santo

Witness the beauty of ocean wildlife: this small island teems with dolphins, sea lions and all kinds of fish.

Reviewed By titouerics - San Francisco, United States

7days Kayaking around the Island: camping on secluded beach with amazing sunset, small hikes inside the Island and beautiful snorkeling ...

4. Rancho Los Bandidos

Domicilio Conocido, Ensenada, Ensenada Municipality 68430 Mexico +52 646 226 6918 [email protected] http://www.rancholosbandidos.com/indexenglish.html
Excellent
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5.0 based on 49 reviews

Rancho Los Bandidos

Reviewed By TravelCre8or

By far the best horseback riding experience I have ever had. Everyone in my group agreed that this was the highlight of our four day trip in Ensenada.

5. Xecue Vinicola

Km.88.9 Rancho El Chivatillo C Tkt Eda, Ensenada Municipality Mexico +52 646 175 3830 [email protected] http://xecue.com
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5.0 based on 621 reviews

Xecue Vinicola

Alberta and Jose Luis in 1999 began developing artisanal wine to taste at home, in the year 2005 they decided to make their first wine for sale, they wished they had the essence of sharing their profession and their journey through life. Jose Luis is in charge of the field, the operative part of the winery and make sure the vines give excellent results and to ensure that the parameters have been proposed as standard, while Alberta is the Winemaker of the winery, she is responsible for the management of winemaking processes and administration, both demonstrate their fellowship and giving in each of their bottles. Initially Jose Luis and Alberta chose the best plots and designed wines that would enter the market in 2006, the same year they began a new adventure: the construction of the winery, which has been opened since the summer of 2012 to the public for tasting and sales. In Xecue Winery our products are made with care, each wine has its own personality, range of wines are balanced by subtle feminine and masculine character sets, these particular traits are expressed on the label.

Reviewed By ManuelJAngel - Orlando, United States

We were recommended a wine from Xecue at a restaurant the night before and loved it! We decided to visit the winery the next day and it is in a beautiful location. As we were having our wine the owner approached us and asked if we wanted to tour the winery! Awesome experience and excellent wines! Totally recommended when you come to Valle de Guadalupe.

6. Casa Magoni

Carretera Libre Ensenda-Tecate 83Km Tecate-Ensenada, Ensenada Municipality 21720 Mexico +52 646 187 0483 [email protected] http://casamagoni.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 193 reviews

Casa Magoni

Wines made with the heart, with a trajectory of two generations cultivating vine and making wine. From the hand of the enologist Camillo Magoni, we invite you to know, respect and care for the wine culture.

Reviewed By j998 - Cancun, Mexico

Real cool spot to get a wine tasting or just a bottle and chill under the HUGE tree with the live band there.

7. Cabo Pulmo Marine Preserve

Cabo Pulmo Mexico +52 949.376.2252 [email protected] http://www.cabopulmopark.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 480 reviews

Cabo Pulmo Marine Preserve

A sanctuary to the only living coral reef on the western side of the continent.

Reviewed By N-WALES-TRAVELLER - Rhuddlan, United Kingdom

We travelled in a mini rental vehicle on the dirt roads that lead south from La Ribera towards San Jose Del Cabo via Cabo Pulmo and a host of other small settlements. It’s an arduous journey in a standard small vehicle ???? but after seeing the beaches the bird life and most of all the numerous breaching humpback whales ???? from the coastline it was a road trip of a life time. You really need a 4x4 but our little car managed it with a gold star. ( probably more to do with the driver ????) I’d recommend it to all as it was simply an amazing drive. ****Word if warning***** Don’t attempt this in a normal vehicle if it’s been raining or in the dark. You won’t make it. Give yourself a good 6 hours to complete the journey

8. Malecon

La Paz Mexico 1237900 http://www.lapaz.gob.mx
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4.5 based on 1,808 reviews

Malecon

Beachside shopping street, providing you with spectacular views of the palm tree - lined beach as you browse through shops and restaurants.

Reviewed By ChicagoColorado - Longmont, United States

I love La Paz's Malecon. When you walk along the Malecon, you are absorbed into Mexico, surrounded by local families taking walks, groups of friends chatting, joggers running after (or before) work, young folks skating along on roller skates or boards.. The Malecon is broad enough to accommodate these various activities The Malecon is actually a stone tile walkway, several miles in length, along the city's waterfront. On one side, the Ensenada de la La Paz, sprinkled with small boats, pelicans, herons, terns, gulls. On the other side, a variety of eateries. I find this area so relaxing. A place to be a tourist without feeling like one.

9. Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT)

Paseo de los Heroes #9350 Zona Urbana Rio, Tijuana Mexico +52 664 687 9650 http://www.cecut.gob.mx/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 770 reviews

Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT)

This museum chronicles the early history of the Baja peninsula.

Reviewed By Geryfer7

This place is unique because the movie you see has a round shape and you feel that you are inside the movie. It is amazing!! Come to this place. Its a beautifull experience.

10. Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach)

Highway 1 Km 24, San Jose del Cabo 23400 Mexico +52 1 624 358 3333
Excellent
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4.5 based on 408 reviews

Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach)

Beautiful white sand beach with calm, sheltered waters perfect for diving and snorkeling.

Reviewed By I4831RImattc - Sterling, United States

Quiet, family-oriented beach! This one has it all calm waters allowing for snorkeling and swimming for young and old!

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