Things to do in Cabo San Lucas

Why go to Cabo San Lucas

• El Arco (Land's End)

  The iconic natural rock arch framing a sea lion colony is the defining image of Cabo, reachable by cheap water taxi for a few dollars.

• Playa del Amor (Lover's Beach)

  Accessible only by boat, this dramatic beach sits between crashing Pacific surf and calm Sea of Cortez waters at the same stunning arch.

• Whale Watching (Dec-Apr)

  Humpback and gray whales pass so close to shore that budget panga tours offer heart-stopping encounters for under $50.

• Cabo Marina & Sportfishing Docks

  Watching massive marlin and tuna hauled in at the famous marina is free, thrilling, and the social heart of old Cabo.

• Medano Beach

  Cabo's only swimmable main beach is lined with free entry, open-air bars, and non-stop people-watching without a resort wristband required.

Good to know in Cabo San Lucas

• Transit: Local yellow buses run between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo roughly every 15 minutes for about $2 each way, far cheaper than taxis which charge $20+ for the same route.
• Tipping: Tip 10-15% at local restaurants; resort and tourist spots often add a 10-18% service charge automatically, always check your bill before adding more.
• Tap water: Do not drink tap water anywhere in Los Cabos; buy large garrafón jugs from OXXO convenience stores for about $2 each or use a refillable bottle with a filter.
• Free-entry days: The first Sunday of each month is free admission to Mexican government museums and cultural sites; Los Cabos tourist office occasionally offers free kayak or cultural tour promotions, ask at the municipal tourism kiosk near the marina.

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