Acapulco is a city and major sea port in the state of Guerrero on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Against the beautiful backdrop of Acapulco Bay, with its deep blue colour by day and the sparkle of the city lights reflecting at night, Acapulco offers much more than just perfect weather, beautiful beaches and exiting nightlife.
Visiting downtown and the older parts of Acapulco gives you a feel for Acapulco’s past, with the San Diego Fort, the Zócalo, and Nuestra Senora de la Soledad Church.
Splash with the dolphins at the Acapulco Mágico Mundo Marino, or buy handicrafts at the local markets. Visit Isla La Roqueta close to Acapulco, or admire the famous cliff divers at La Quebrada.
Things to see and do
* Papagayo Park
* Caleta Beach and Caletilla Beach
* Acapulco Plaza Galer¡a
* Costera Miguel Alem n
* cliff divers of La Quebrada
Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
Currency – Mexican Peso ($)
Language – Spanish
Land Area – 29 sq km’s
Population – 722,000
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time – GMT minus six hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 52
Port Location – A relatively new cruise terminal has been built in the downtown area across from the Zocalo (Town Square).
Transport Links – Alvarez International Airport is well connected domestically and internationally and many buses go from major cities to Acapulco.
There are many taxis available in Acapulco for getting around.