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What to See in Baja California
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Baja California's main attractions are nature-focused, including the Gulf of California islands, Bahia Concepcion, and the Sierra de San Pedro Martir. It also offers beach destinations, lively spots, and surf hubs (Cabo San Lucas, Mexicali, Tijuana, etc.).
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Of the 34 sites in the country listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Baja California has three:
Gulf of California Islands (2005)
244 islands (plus the coasts) prized for their seabeds and marine wildlife (whales, dolphins) as well as their landscapes.
244 islands (plus the coasts) prized for their seabeds and marine wildlife (whales, dolphins) as well as their landscapes.
El Vizcaíno Whale Sanctuary (1993)
A UNESCO-listed site spanning both marine and terrestrial environments, this is the wintering ground for gray whales as well as other species (sea lions, turtles).
A UNESCO-listed site spanning both marine and terrestrial environments, this is the wintering ground for gray whales as well as other species (sea lions, turtles).
Sierra de San Francisco (1993)
This is a collection of caves in the Sierra de San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to some of the world’s most stunning rock paintings.
This is a collection of caves in the Sierra de San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to some of the world’s most stunning rock paintings.
Cities and Cultural Heritage
Cabo San Lucas
A beach resort at the tip of Baja California renowned for its beaches, diving, fishing, and whale watching. Together with its neighbor San José del Cabo, they form the municipality of Los Cabos.
A beach resort at the tip of Baja California renowned for its beaches, diving, fishing, and whale watching. Together with its neighbor San José del Cabo, they form the municipality of Los Cabos.
Ensenada
A port city on the Pacific accustomed to cruise ships. It is also at the heart of the "Costa Dorada," ideal for surfing, canoeing, swimming, and hiking.
A port city on the Pacific accustomed to cruise ships. It is also at the heart of the "Costa Dorada," ideal for surfing, canoeing, swimming, and hiking.
La Paz
The capital of Baja California Sur, near the classified islands of the Gulf of California, is known for its beaches, snorkeling, whale watching, and, secondarily, its lively atmosphere. It is also a departure point for ferry crossings across the Sea of Cortez.
The capital of Baja California Sur, near the classified islands of the Gulf of California, is known for its beaches, snorkeling, whale watching, and, secondarily, its lively atmosphere. It is also a departure point for ferry crossings across the Sea of Cortez.
Mexicali
It’s a major border city with California used by Americans as a place for "shopping and fiestas.".
It’s a major border city with California used by Americans as a place for "shopping and fiestas.".
San Ignacio
A small oasis in southern Baja California with a beautiful mission dating from the colonial era.
A small oasis in southern Baja California with a beautiful mission dating from the colonial era.
Santa Rosalia
On the Sea of Cortés, this small town with "French architecture" is the departure point for ferries crossing to the other side of the Gulf of California.
On the Sea of Cortés, this small town with "French architecture" is the departure point for ferries crossing to the other side of the Gulf of California.
Sierra de San Francisco
This is a collection of caves in the Sierra de San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to some of the world’s most stunning rock paintings.
This is a collection of caves in the Sierra de San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to some of the world’s most stunning rock paintings.
Tijuana
Bordering California, the city receives 300,000 people daily from the USA for business, shopping, or simply partying.
Bordering California, the city receives 300,000 people daily from the USA for business, shopping, or simply partying.
Natural Heritage
Bahía Concepción
A vast bay opening onto the Sea of Cortés, renowned for its stunning landscapes and beaches.
A vast bay opening onto the Sea of Cortés, renowned for its stunning landscapes and beaches.
Gulf of California Islands
244 islands (plus the coasts) prized for their seabeds and marine wildlife (whales, dolphins) as well as their landscapes.
244 islands (plus the coasts) prized for their seabeds and marine wildlife (whales, dolphins) as well as their landscapes.
El Vizcaíno Whale Sanctuary
A UNESCO-listed site spanning both marine and terrestrial environments, this is the wintering ground for gray whales as well as other species (sea lions, turtles).
A UNESCO-listed site spanning both marine and terrestrial environments, this is the wintering ground for gray whales as well as other species (sea lions, turtles).
Recommended
Bahía Concepción
★★★ A vast bay opening onto the Sea of Cortés, renowned for its stunning landscapes and beaches.
Gulf of California Islands
★★★ 244 islands (plus the coasts) prized for their seabeds and marine wildlife (whales, dolphins) as well as their landscapes.
Worth a look / Other
Cabo San Lucas
★★ A beach resort at the tip of Baja California renowned for its beaches, diving, fishing, and whale watching. Together with its neighbor San…
La Paz (Mexico)
★★ The capital of Baja California Sur, near the classified islands of the Gulf of California, is known for its beaches, snorkeling, whale…
El Vizcaíno Whale Sanctuary
★★ A UNESCO-listed site spanning both marine and terrestrial environments, this is the wintering ground for gray whales as well as other…
Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
★★ A long mountain range in Baja California where you can hike.
Ensenada
★ A port city on the Pacific accustomed to cruise ships. It is also at the heart of the "Costa Dorada," ideal for surfing, canoeing…
Mexicali
★ It’s a major border city with California used by Americans as a place for "shopping and fiestas."
San Ignacio (Mexico)
★ A small oasis in southern Baja California with a beautiful mission dating from the colonial era.
Santa Rosalia
★ On the Sea of Cortés, this small town with "French architecture" is the departure point for ferries crossing to the other side of the Gulf…
Sierra de San Francisco
★ This is a collection of caves in the Sierra de San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to some of the world’s most stunning…
Tijuana
★ Bordering California, the city receives 300,000 people daily from the USA for business, shopping, or simply partying.
Todos Santos
★ This small town in southern Baja California is renowned for surfing.