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Cabo San Lucas

Mexico

Pace: relaxed Lively Sunny Luxurious Scenic
Ideal trip length
3 - 7 days
Busiest
Nov-May
Cabo San Lucas
Destination
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Hotels in Cabo San Lucas

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At a glance

Climate
Arid
Languages
Spanish and English
Local currency
MXN (MXN)
Local time
(GMT-7)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Medano Beach
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Expected, 15-20%

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 80 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Fish Tacos Ceviche Marlin Churros

When to visit Cabo San Lucas

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: January, February, March, December Busiest: Nov-May
  1. Jan
    90

    Dry, sunny, pleasant

  2. Feb
    90

    Dry, sunny, pleasant

  3. Mar
    90

    Dry, sunny, pleasant

  4. Apr
    85

    Warming, dry, sunny

  5. May
    80

    Hot, dry, sunny

  6. Jun
    60

    Hot, humid, hurricane risk

  7. Jul
    50

    Hottest, humid, rain

  8. Aug
    45

    Hottest, humid, rain

  9. Sept
    40

    Hottest, humid, rain

  10. Oct
    65

    Warm, less humid, risk

  11. Nov
    85

    Pleasant, dry, sunny

  12. Dec
    90

    Dry, sunny, pleasant

Things to do in Cabo San Lucas

6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Whale Watching Tour

Marina 3 hrs

Witness majestic humpback and gray whales migrating in the Pacific.

Outdoors Good for children

Snorkeling or Diving at Santa Maria Bay

Santa Maria Bay 3 hrs

Explore vibrant marine life in crystal-clear waters.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

1 place

ATV Desert Adventure

Outskirts 3 hrs

Ride ATVs through desert trails with stunning ocean views.

Outdoors

Best in the evening

2 places

Sunset Cruise

Marina 2 hrs

Sail past El Arco with drinks and music as the sun dips below the horizon.

Outdoors Good for children

Explore the Marina Golden Zone

Marina 3 hrs

Stroll through shops, enjoy fresh seafood, and experience nightlife.

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Relax on Medano Beach

Medano Beach 4 hrs

Enjoy swimming, watersports, and beachfront dining on Cabo's main beach.

Outdoors Good for children
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Tours and activities in Cabo San Lucas

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary

Fish Tacos 95 · Outstanding
Ceviche 87 · Outstanding
Marlin 78 · Very good
Churros 70 · Good

Signature Experiences

Whale Watching Tour 95 · Outstanding
Relax On Medano Beach 90 · Outstanding
Sunset Cruise 85 · Outstanding
Snorkeling Or Diving At Santa Maria Bay 80 · Very good
Explore The Marina Golden Zone 75 · Very good
ATV Desert Adventure 70 · Good

Best Suitable For

Couples 95 · Outstanding
Families 89 · Outstanding
Friends 83 · Very good
Luxury 76 · Very good
Adventure 70 · Good

Planning & Tips

Always use bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth. 95 · Outstanding
Haggle politely in markets, but prices are usually fixed in stores. 83 · Very good
Book activities in advance, especially during peak season. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Cabo San Lucas

Straight-line distance from the centre of Cabo San Lucas.

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