Destinations near Los Cabos What to do in Todos Santos and Cabo Pulmo?
Trips22/02/2025Near Los Cabos, you will find different tourist destinations to visit during a day trip, with spectacular landscapes and easy access from San Jose del Cabo, such as the town of Todos Santos or Cabo Pulmo, a jewel of the Sea of Cortez.
Baja California Sur is full of beaches, towns, and spectacular natural areas, ideal for a road trip starting from Los Cabos, where you can carry out different activities. On this occasion, we will tell you what to do and how to get to two of the iconic destinations near Los Cabos:
1. Magical Town (Pueblo Mágico) Todos Santos
2. Cabo Pulmo National Park
1. Magical Town (Pueblo Mágico) Todos Santos
Since 2006, it has been named a "Pueblo Mágico" (Magical Town) by the Mexican government, due to its natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical relevance. It is an oasis in the Baja California desert, an ideal town to take photos in its picturesque streets, recognized boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries.
How to get to Todos Santos from Los Cabos?
Todos Santos is located 110 km from Los Cabos, a trip that takes approximately an hour and a half taking Highway 19.
Source: Visita Los Cabos
What to do in Todos Santos?
Stroll through the streets of Todos Santos
Explore the charming cobblestone streets, where you will find everything from art galleries to craft markets, high-end cuisine restaurants, and food stalls serving typical regional dishes. You will also find several local bars and places to enjoy a good cocktail.
Tip: While walking through the center, visit the famous Hotel California, where you will find the La Coronela restaurant and a terrace that offers a great view of the city.
Hiking
Go hiking to reach the top of Punta Lobos, where you will find an impressive view of the Sea of Cortez, where you might possibly spot a colony of sea lions that live in that area of the sea.
Surfing
Todos Santos has several nearby beaches, approximately 20 minutes away, with good surf that allows you to surf calmly. Additionally, you have the possibility of renting surfboards and even taking lessons to practice this sport.
Tip: Which beaches to visit in Todos Santos? Visit Playa los Cerritos or Playa San Pedrito, ideal for surfing, as well as Playa las Palmas.
Where to eat in Todos Santos?
- Jazamango
- Hierbabuena
- La habitación verde
- Cantina barracuda
- El Faro Beach Club & Spa
2. Cabo Pulmo National Park
This is the ideal place for diving lovers since Cabo Pulmo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is considered an authentic jewel within the Sea of Cortez because it has the only living reef on the Pacific side of the continent.
How to get to Cabo Pulmo?
Arrive from Los Cabos on a journey of approximately 2 hours via the Transpeninsular Highway Number 1, heading towards the town of La Ribera. During the journey, you will see the well-marked detour to Cabo Pulmo, which begins with a paved road and ends with a dirt road when entering the Cabo Pulmo community.
What to do in Cabo Pulmo?
Diving and snorkeling are the two main activities in the area, but you can also rent mountain bikes, kayaks, or take a boat trip to witness the visit of whales between the months of December and March. You can also take a walk or relax on the virgin, shallow beaches of Cabo Pulmo.
Tip: The snorkeling tour in the area has an average cost of $1,300.00 MXN per person for a journey of approximately 2 and a half hours.
When to visit Cabo Pulmo?
You can visit at any time, but depending on the season, you will find different species when diving, such as whale sharks, manta rays, and even whales. For example, from October to February, it is common to find several whale sharks.
It is a good idea to rent a car in Los Cabos to take a road trip to Todos Santos and Cabo Pulmo, as the main roads and paths are well-designed so that you arrive without a problem. Just consider that some roads to reach the beaches are not paved.
You might be interested in reading: The best transportation options in Los Cabos to reach iconic places
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