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1. Bahía Chileno
BeachA private enclave—with golf courses and residences—is being developed at Bahía Chileno, roughly midway between San José and Cabo San Lucas....
A private enclave—with golf courses and residences—is being developed at Bahía Chileno, roughly midway between San José and Cabo San Lucas. Consistently ranked one of the cleanest beaches in Mexico, Chileno has been awarded “Blue Flag” certification, meaning 32 criteria for safety, services, water quality and other standards have been met. The beach skirts a small, crescent-shape cove with aquamarine waters and an outside reef that are perfect for snorkeling and swimming (there are even restrooms, showers, and handicap access). To the east are tide pools great for exploring with the kids. Getting here is easy, thanks to the well-marked access ramps on both sides of the road. The Chileno Bay project, a resort community on the rocky cliff at the east end of the beach continues to be developed. Along the western edge of Bahía Chileno, some 200 yards away, are some good-size boulders that you can scramble up. On the trek down you may see some stray wrappers and cans, but the beach itself is clean and usually not too crowded except on Sundays. In winter, this part of the Sea of Cortez gets chilly—refreshing for a dip, but most snorkelers don't spend too much time in the water. On weekends, get to the bay early if you want to claim shade under a palapa. Amenities: Toilets; showers; parking lot. Best for: swimming; snorkeling; tide pools.
Bahía Chileno, The Corridor, Baja California Sur, 23400, Mexico -
2. Bahía Santa María
BeachThis wide, sloping, horseshoe-shape beach is surrounded by cactus-covered rocky cliffs; the placid waters here are a protected fish sanctuary...
This wide, sloping, horseshoe-shape beach is surrounded by cactus-covered rocky cliffs; the placid waters here are a protected fish sanctuary. The bay is part of an underwater reserve and is a great place to snorkel: brightly colored fish swarm through chunks of white coral and golden sea fans. Unfortunately, this little slice of paradise offers no shade unless you sit in the shadows at the base of the cliffs, so you may want to bring a beach umbrella. In high season, from November to May, there's usually someone renting snorkeling gear for $10 a day or selling sarongs, straw hats, and soft drinks. It's best to bring your own supplies, though, including lots of drinking water, snacks, and sunscreen. Snorkel and booze-cruise boats from Cabo San Lucas visit the bay in midmorning through about 1 pm. Arrive midafternoon if you want to get that total Robinson Crusoe feel. The parking lot is a quarter mile or so off the highway and is sometimes guarded; be sure to tip the guard. The bay is roughly 19 km (12 miles) west of San José and 13 km (8 miles) east of Cabo San Lucas. Heading east, look for the sign saying "playa santa maría." Amenities: Toilets, parking lot. Best for: snorkeling; swimming; partiers.
19 km (12 miles) west of San José del Cabo, 13 km (8 miles) east of Cabo San Lucas, The Corridor, Baja California Sur, 23400, Mexico -
3. Baron Balché
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryHaving won more than 270 awards for its blends, this winery is considered the Rolls-Royce of Valle de Guadalupe’s wineries. Logos on the premium...
Having won more than 270 awards for its blends, this winery is considered the Rolls-Royce of Valle de Guadalupe’s wineries. Logos on the premium line are based on Mayan numbers, with outstanding selections like the Balché UNO, a Grenache with hints of raspberry and caramel. The Balché CERO, 100% Nebbiolo is the king of their wines, having aged four years in the barrel. Even their younger wines are exceptional, but expect to pay a hefty price to try them. Tastings for top selections will cost you about $50, but considering you are sampling $250 bottles of wine, it just might be worth it. Be sure to end your wine tour here, otherwise the rest of your tastings might pale in comparison.
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4. La Cava de Marcelo
Ojos Negros | Farm/RanchFor many a visit to Baja Norte must include an afternoon drive to the cheese caves of Marcelo, in Ojos Negros 45 minutes outside of Ensenada...
For many a visit to Baja Norte must include an afternoon drive to the cheese caves of Marcelo, in Ojos Negros 45 minutes outside of Ensenada. With Swiss-Italian roots, Owner Marcelo Castro Chacon is now the fourth generation to carry on the queso tradition since it first began in 1911. A visit to the farm includes a tour of the milking facilities and a tasting of seven cheeses and their signature Ramonetti red wine. Milder selections seasoned with basil, black pepper, and rosemary are more popular with locals than their sharper cheeses, aged up to 2.5 years, loved by foreigners. As Mexico’s only cheese cave (and the first in Latin America), this beloved factory produces 450 pounds of cheese per day. Milking takes place at 5 pm daily and the small on-site shop sells the remarkable marmalade and wine that accompany your cheese tasting. Those with time and an appetite can dine under the shade of a peppertree for a lunch menu integrating Marcelo’s cheeses and organic fruits and vegetables from his farm. The cactus salad and portobello mushrooms with melted cheese make the ideal starters to the regional trout served with roasted garlic. The fig mousse alone is worth a visit.
Rancho La Campana, 48 km (30 miles) east of Ensenada, off Hwy. 3, follow signs to La Cava de Queso, Ensenada, Baja California Norte, Mexico646-175–7073Sight Details
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5. La Lomita
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryOwned by Fernando Pérez Castro, this new generation winery creates rich wines made with 100% local grapes. As one of the smaller wineries, their...
Owned by Fernando Pérez Castro, this new generation winery creates rich wines made with 100% local grapes. As one of the smaller wineries, their blends are sold to top restaurants and hotels in Mexico City, Rivera Maya, and Cabo. The preferred Sacro—a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot—has hints of pomegranate, cherry, pepper, berries, and maple syrup, while the Tinto de la Hacienda has characteristics of compote and jam. The tasting room is one of the nicest in the region with wood crate ceilings with dangling vintage bulbs and a chalkboard wall sharing tales of the grapes. Tastings are Wednesday to Sunday from 11 to 4 and until 6 on the weekends. The cost is $10 and includes four wines, snacks, and a tour of the winery.
Plot 13, San Marcos Village, San Antonio de las Minas, Baja California Norte, Mexico646-156–8459 -
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6. Playa del Amor
BeachThese days, lovers have little chance of finding much romantic solitude here. The azure cove on the Sea of Cortez at the very tip of the Land...
These days, lovers have little chance of finding much romantic solitude here. The azure cove on the Sea of Cortez at the very tip of the Land's End Peninsula may well be the area's most frequently photographed patch of sand. It's a must-see on every first-timer's list. Water taxis, glass-bottom boats, kayaks, and Jet Skis all make the short trip out from Playa Médano to this small beach, which is backed by cliffs. Snorkeling around the base of these rocks is fun when the water is calm; you may spot striped sergeant majors and iridescent green and blue parrot fish. Seals hang out on the rocks a bit farther out, at the base of "El Arco," Cabo's famed arched landmark. Swimming and snorkeling are best on the Sea of Cortez side of Lover's Beach, where the clear, green, almost luminescent water is unquestionably the nicest in Cabo San Lucas. The Pacific side is too turbulent for swimming but ideal for sunbathing. Vendors are usually present, but it's always best to bring your own snacks and plenty of water. The beach is crowded at times, but most people would agree that it's worth seeing, especially if you're a first-timer. To get here, take a five-minute panga water-taxi ride ($7–$10) or the half-hour glass-bottom boat tour. Opt for the latter if you wish to have some time to photograph the arch from the Pacific-side view. Both boats leave with relative frequency from the Cabo San Lucas marina or Playa Médano. Amenities: None. Best for: swimming; snorkeling; sunrise; sunset.Pisces Water Sports. Contact Pisces Water Sports for Hobie Cats, parasail, Waverunners, stand up paddle boards, water jetpacks (the latest craze), and ocean kayaks. Playa Médano next to Pueblo Bonito Rosé Hotel, 23410. 624/143–1288. www.piscessportfishing.com.
View Tours and ActivitiesJust outside Cabo San Lucas, at El Arco, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, 23410, Mexico -
7. Adobe Guadalupe
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryOne of the most up-and-coming small wineries in Baja, Adobe Guadalupe is making an array of fascinating high-end blends named after angels....
One of the most up-and-coming small wineries in Baja, Adobe Guadalupe is making an array of fascinating high-end blends named after angels. Don't miss the Kerubiel, which is a blockbuster blend; the Serafiel, Gabriel, and Miguel are also excellent. The owner's passion for wine has made the production consistently superior from year to year. Gaining notoriety is the rose Uriel and of course the powerful mezcal, appropriately named Lucifer. Owner Tru also runs a bed-and-breakfast, and her beautiful horses are available for riding tours. Tastings are available daily from 11 to 4 and include four reds and one rosé for $12 (free to hotel guests). Be sure to visit the wine store and tapas food truck on your way out.
Off Carretera Tecate–Ensenada, turn at sign and drive 6 km (4 miles), Guadalupe, Baja California Norte, 22750, Mexico646-155–2094 -
8. Casa de Piedra
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryThe brainchild of Hugo D'Acosta, Casa de Piedra is part of an impressive portfolio that includes Paralelo, Aborigen, and La Borde Vieille, known...
The brainchild of Hugo D'Acosta, Casa de Piedra is part of an impressive portfolio that includes Paralelo, Aborigen, and La Borde Vieille, known for its Mexico and French blends. Try Casa de Piedra's flagship wine Contraste or their newer sparkling wines. The space is interesting and modern, designed by the winemaker's architect brother. This is the area's last winery to still offer free wine tastings. Visits are by reservation only.
Carretera Tecate–Ensenada, Km 93.5, San Antonio de las Minas, Baja California Norte, 22766, Mexico646-155–5267Sight Details
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9. Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Paz
Centro | Religious Building/Site/ShrineThe downtown church, Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Paz, is a simple, unassuming stone building with a modest gilded altar but beautiful stained...
The downtown church, Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Paz, is a simple, unassuming stone building with a modest gilded altar but beautiful stained-glass windows. The church was built in 1861 near the site of La Paz's first mission, which no longer exists. The two towers of the present cathedral were added a half-century later.
Revolución de 1910, between 5 de Mayo and Independencia, La Paz, Baja California Sur, 23000, Mexico612-122–2596Sight Details
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10. Claudius
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryAs Rosarito’s only wine production facility, this winery brings grapes from neighboring valleys to create remarkable blends unlike anything...
As Rosarito’s only wine production facility, this winery brings grapes from neighboring valleys to create remarkable blends unlike anything on the market, such as their 2011 Merlot. All of the wines by owner Julio Benito Martin are organic, and are best appreciated with the winemaker himself, who has passion behind every pour. Be sure to try the Rosado de Grenache, a creamy buttery blend unique to his line. The tasting room is ideal for those who want to enjoy local wines near the border, without driving the distance to Valle de Guadalupe. To create your own blend, inquire about Julio’s wine academy.
Blvd. Sharp 3722, col Amp Benito Juarez, Rosarito, Baja California Norte, 22710, Mexico661-100–0232Sight Details
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11. El Cielo
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryConsidered the new giant among the region’s vineyards, this winery currently produces 4,000 cases of wine but is slated to reach 20,000 by 2018...
Considered the new giant among the region’s vineyards, this winery currently produces 4,000 cases of wine but is slated to reach 20,000 by 2018. Making up the property is Latitude 32 restaurant and a soon to be resort with luxury villas. For now, most stop by to sample the fine blends named after constellations in honor of the owner’s love for astronomy. Behind the barrel is winemaker Jesus Rivera, responsible for much of the success of neighboring wineries where he previously consulted. For an elegant Chardonnay, try Capricornius, or for an Italian grape blend of Nebbiolo and Sangiovese, the Perseus aged 24 months in French oak barrels is also wonderful. The Copernicus is one of their most popular reds. Tastings and tours are available daily for $6.
Parcela 118, Km 7.5, Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California Norte, Mexico646-155–2220 -
12. L.A. Cetto
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryL.A. Cetto is another giant, but this is the closest thing to a California wine country experience south of the border. When tasting or buying...
L.A. Cetto is another giant, but this is the closest thing to a California wine country experience south of the border. When tasting or buying, avoid the more affordable wines, and go straight for the premiums. They make a lovely Nebbiolo and Chardonnay, and their Don Luis Concordia is nicely balanced. Three levels of tastings (Traditional, Private Reserve, Premium) increase by $5 per level, making the Premium a good deal considering tastings are offered in a private VIP room away from the crowds. Popular with tour groups, this is one of the busiest wineries in the area. Tours take place daily 10–5 on the half hour.
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13. La Bufadora
Punta Banda | Body Of Water/WaterfallLa Bufadora. Legend has it that La Bufadora, an impressive tidal blowhole ( la bufadora means the buffalo snort) in the coastal cliffs at...
La Bufadora. Legend has it that La Bufadora, an impressive tidal blowhole (la bufadora means the buffalo snort) in the coastal cliffs at Punta Banda, was created by a whale or sea serpent trapped in an undersea cave; both these stories, and the less romantic scientific facts, are posted on a roadside plaque. The road to La Bufadora along Punta Banda—an isolated, mountainous point that juts into the sea—is lined with olive, craft, and tamale stands; the drive gives you a sampling of Baja's wilderness. If you're in need of some cooling off, turn off the highway at the sign for La Jolla Beach Camp. The camp charges a small admission fee for day use of the beachside facilities, but it's a great place to do a few "laps" of lazy freestyle or breaststroke at La Jolla Beach. At La Bufadora, expect a small fee to park, and then a half-mile walk past T-shirt hawkers and souvenir stands to the water hole itself. A public bus runs from the downtown Ensenada station to Maneadero, from which you can catch a minibus labeled Punta Banda that goes to La Bufadora. Carretera 23, 31 km [19 mi] south of Ensenada, Punta Banda, Ensenada, Baja California Norte, 22794.
Carretera 23, 31 km [19 mi] south of Ensenada, Ensenada, Baja California Norte, 22794, Mexico -
14. Las Bodegas de Santo Tomás
Centro | Winery/Brewery/DistilleryOne of Baja's oldest wine producers gives tours and tastings at its downtown winery and bottling plant. Santo Tomás's best wines are the Alisio...
One of Baja's oldest wine producers gives tours and tastings at its downtown winery and bottling plant. Santo Tomás's best wines are the Alisio Chardonnay, the Cabernet, and the Tempranillo; avoid the overpriced Unico. The winery also operates the enormous wine shop, a brick building across the avenue. The Santo Tomás Vineyards can be found on the eastern side of Highway 1 about 50 km (31 miles) south of Ensenada, fairly near the ruins of the Misión Santo Tomás de Aquino, which was founded by Dominican priests in 1791: only a few pieces of adobe remain of the old church.
Av. Miramar 666, Ensenada, Baja California Norte, 22800, Mexico646-178–3333Sight Details
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15. Liceaga
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryNeighboring Casa de Piedra, this winery produces a variety of Merlot- and Cabernet-heavy blends, as well as a line of grappa. Try Liceaga's...
Neighboring Casa de Piedra, this winery produces a variety of Merlot- and Cabernet-heavy blends, as well as a line of grappa. Try Liceaga's "L", a complex and elegant wine with hints of cherry, blackberry, cassis, plum and pepper. The tasting room is open most days from 11 to 5, and they have live music every Saturday.
Carretera Tecate–Ensenada, Km 93, San Antonio de las Minas, Baja California Norte, 22766, Mexico646-178–2922 -
16. Malecón
Plaza/SquareOffically the Malecón Alvaro Obregón, this seaside promenade is La Paz's seawall, tourist zone, and social center all rolled into one. It runs...
Offically the Malecón Alvaro Obregón, this seaside promenade is La Paz's seawall, tourist zone, and social center all rolled into one. It runs for 5 km (3 mi) along Paseo Álvaro Obregón and has a sidewalk as well as several park areas in the sand just off it. Paceños are fond of strolling the malecón at sunset when the heat of the day finally begins to subside. Teenagers slowly cruise the street in their spiffed-up cars, couples nuzzle on park benches, and grandmothers meander along while keeping an eye on the kids. (You will see people swimming here, and the water is cleaner than it used to be, but the beaches outside town are a far surer bet in that regard.)
Paseo Alvaro Obregón, La Paz, Baja California Sur, 23000, Mexico -
17. Malecón Plaza
Plaza/SquareA two-story white gazebo is the focus of Malecón Plaza, a small concrete square where musicians sometimes appear on weekend nights. An adjacent...
A two-story white gazebo is the focus of Malecón Plaza, a small concrete square where musicians sometimes appear on weekend nights. An adjacent street, Calle 16 de Septiembre, leads inland to the city.
Paseo Alvaro Obregón and Calle 16 de Septiembre, La Paz, Baja California Sur, 23000, Mexico -
18. Mercado de Mariscos
Market/BazaarAt the northernmost point of Boulevard Costero, the main street along the waterfront, is an indoor-outdoor fish market where row after row of...
At the northernmost point of Boulevard Costero, the main street along the waterfront, is an indoor-outdoor fish market where row after row of counters display piles of shrimp, tuna, dorado, and other fish caught off Baja's coasts. Outside, stands sell grilled or smoked fish, seafood cocktails, and fish tacos. You can pick up a few souvenirs, eat well for very little money, and take some great photographs. Fish taco stands line the dirt path to the fish market; around lunchtime, cooks will stand outside to vie for your attention (and your pesos). If your stomach is delicate, try the fish tacos at the cleaner, quieter Plaza de Mariscos in the shadow of the giant beige Plaza de Marina that blocks the view of the traditional fish market from the street.
Ensenada, Baja California Norte, 22800, Mexico -
19. Mogor Badan
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryOne of the area’s only vineyards to offer organic wines, this 1950’s ranch has gained notoriety for whites such as their remarkably fragrant...
One of the area’s only vineyards to offer organic wines, this 1950’s ranch has gained notoriety for whites such as their remarkably fragrant Chasselas de Mogar. Their newer Pirineo blends a contemporary Mexican Grenache with a French Syrah. Wine tastings are available daily from 11 to 5 in their underground cave. Owner Natalia Badan hosts the local Farmer’s Market on Wednesday and Saturday from 11 to 1, making this the place to buy fresh eggs, honey, jams, breads, and salsas. If you’re fortunate enough to visit between July and October, you can dine at their garden restaurant, operated by the talented Chef Drew Deckman.
Rancho El Mogor, Federal Highway # 3 Tecate-Ensenada; Km 85.5, San Antonio de las Minas, Baja California Norte, 22755, Mexico646-156–8156Sight Details
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20. Monte Xanic
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryTastings at Monte Xanic take place at the edge of a lovely pond and include four reds and four whites for $10. Most impressive is their consistency...
Tastings at Monte Xanic take place at the edge of a lovely pond and include four reds and four whites for $10. Most impressive is their consistency, right down to the cheapest table wines. During the month of August, tastings and tours are available by appointment only. Be sure to check out the impressively styled cellar.
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