Ixtapa Guidebook
City/town information
This charming and pretty fishing village with white beaches is one of the top attractions near Ixtapa. Good restaurants, friendly people, and an extremely laid-back vibe make it a great place for exploring the area and a worthwhile drive while visiting.
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Zihuatanejo
This charming and pretty fishing village with white beaches is one of the top attractions near Ixtapa. Good restaurants, friendly people, and an extremely laid-back vibe make it a great place for exploring the area and a worthwhile drive while visiting.
A 25 min drive from Ixtapa, Troncones offers many miles of beautiful, unspoiled, golden sand beaches. Experience surfers only. Lots of restaurants and boutique resorts. One of our favorite beaches near Ixtapa.
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Troncones
A 25 min drive from Ixtapa, Troncones offers many miles of beautiful, unspoiled, golden sand beaches. Experience surfers only. Lots of restaurants and boutique resorts. One of our favorite beaches near Ixtapa.
The best surfing town in Mexico. Perfect for anyone wanting to learn to surf with the best waves in all Ixtapa. The people are very friendly and there are usually lots of expats.
La Saladita
The best surfing town in Mexico. Perfect for anyone wanting to learn to surf with the best waves in all Ixtapa. The people are very friendly and there are usually lots of expats.
Food scene
Delicious food at a good price. Easy restaurant when you aren't looking for something fancy. Right on the Marina so you can watch the boats roll in.
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Fisher's Ixtapa
Delicious food at a good price. Easy restaurant when you aren't looking for something fancy. Right on the Marina so you can watch the boats roll in.
One of our favorite restaurants in Ixtapa. Has amazing breakfast and fresh seafood for dinner. The service has always been like we were family, plus it is pet-friendly. Great food at a reasonable price.
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Bistro Soleiado
Boulevard Paseo IxtapaOne of our favorite restaurants in Ixtapa. Has amazing breakfast and fresh seafood for dinner. The service has always been like we were family, plus it is pet-friendly. Great food at a reasonable price.
One of the fanciest restaurants in Ixtapa. Has the best views of the beaches, especially at night with the stars. Fresh seafood, elegant vibes, amazing drinks. Perfect for a special occasion or date night.
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El Faro
One of the fanciest restaurants in Ixtapa. Has the best views of the beaches, especially at night with the stars. Fresh seafood, elegant vibes, amazing drinks. Perfect for a special occasion or date night.
Great pizza place in downtown Ixtapa. Has a nice outside seating/rooftop. Way better pizza than Dominios.
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Emilio's Pizza
s/n Paseo de las GarzasGreat pizza place in downtown Ixtapa. Has a nice outside seating/rooftop. Way better pizza than Dominios.
Delicious Sushi with outside seating. The only sushi I trust in Ixtapa.
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ATA SUSHI BAR IXTAPA
s/n Blvd. Paseo IxtapaDelicious Sushi with outside seating. The only sushi I trust in Ixtapa.
Ocean view rooftop restaurant, only open for dinner. Amazing views and a step away from the water. Below the rooftop, they have a day bar where you can sit and drink by the beach while enjoying the sun.
El Cielo Ocean View
Ocean view rooftop restaurant, only open for dinner. Amazing views and a step away from the water. Below the rooftop, they have a day bar where you can sit and drink by the beach while enjoying the sun.
Amazing food where you can order anything on the menu but VEGAN! Delicious drinks and live music everyday. Great place to dance and meet people. Right on the water in Troncones Beach with the best views of the stars at night. Opens around 5pm.
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Amor Tropical Cocktail Bar & Kitchen
Avenida de la PlayaAmazing food where you can order anything on the menu but VEGAN! Delicious drinks and live music everyday. Great place to dance and meet people. Right on the water in Troncones Beach with the best views of the stars at night. Opens around 5pm.
Things To Do
Go play mini golf!! A fun and entertaining mini golf course where you can buy soda or beer and enjoy family time. They also have arcade games and a snack bar. We recommend going in the afternoon so you don't get sunburn.
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Golfito Ixtapa
Paseo de las GaviotasGo play mini golf!! A fun and entertaining mini golf course where you can buy soda or beer and enjoy family time. They also have arcade games and a snack bar. We recommend going in the afternoon so you don't get sunburn.
Ixtapa Island is just a quick boat road away. Only about 20-70 pesos (depending on season) will get you to a beautiful island with white beaches. They have restaurants, snorkeling, hiking, and water sports. Great place to bring the family and spend all day in the sun.
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Ixtapa Island
Ixtapa Island is just a quick boat road away. Only about 20-70 pesos (depending on season) will get you to a beautiful island with white beaches. They have restaurants, snorkeling, hiking, and water sports. Great place to bring the family and spend all day in the sun.
Rent bikes and do a beautiful bike tour of all Ixtapa. Takes on average two hours but has amazing views and fun hills. On the path you will see wildlife like alligators and birds! Super fun and a pretty inexpensive activity.
Xplora Ixtapa
Boulevard Paseo IxtapaRent bikes and do a beautiful bike tour of all Ixtapa. Takes on average two hours but has amazing views and fun hills. On the path you will see wildlife like alligators and birds! Super fun and a pretty inexpensive activity.
Head to the marina and watch as the yachts come in after sunset. Great place to grab a nice dinner with fresh seafood. You can also rent boats during the day if you are interested.
Agua Marina
Agua MarinaHead to the marina and watch as the yachts come in after sunset. Great place to grab a nice dinner with fresh seafood. You can also rent boats during the day if you are interested.
Set a tee time at Campo Golf Course. Amazing views of the beaches and mountains surrounding Ixtapa. Head there early to beat the heat.
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Ixtapa Golf Course
Set a tee time at Campo Golf Course. Amazing views of the beaches and mountains surrounding Ixtapa. Head there early to beat the heat.