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Traveler recommended attractions
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El Refugio de Potosi, Zihuatanejo
Ollie #1 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Owner description: El Refugio de Potosi is an ecological park featuring the flora and fauna of the region. Here you will have an opportunity to see and touch some of the...... more » Owner description: El Refugio de Potosi is an ecological park featuring the flora and fauna of the region. Here you will have an opportunity to see and touch some of the wild animals found in this area. As a wildlife rescue center you may find use housing sea turtles, crocodiles, tree porcupines, coati's, various bird species, snakes, iguanas and more. We have an 18 meter sperm whale skeleton on display as well as other local skeletons. Visit us to learn about the other Mexico. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Playa la Ropa, Zihuatanejo
Ollie #2 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 101 reviews
Many hotels and restaurants are located along this beach.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
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Ollie #3 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
This former coconut and mango plantation is now the best beach in Ixtapa.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  577.6 miles from city center
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Zihuatanejo Bay, Zihuatanejo
Ollie #4 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  3.5 miles from city center
Ollie #5 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Delfiniti, Ixtapa
Ollie #6 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 51 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ollie #7 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 130 reviews
Since its development in 1970, this island has become a man-made paradise and wildlife reserve.
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  577.6 miles from city center
Ollie #8 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Playa Blanca, Zihuatanejo
Ollie #9 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews

Playa Blanca is actually a stretch of contiguous beach that is about 14 miles long.  To the north, it is Playa Larga which has its own charm. Playa Larga is more inhabited with... more »

Attraction type  Beaches
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Playa Las Gatas, Zihuatanejo
Ollie #10 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 91 reviews
"Nurse Shark Beach" is a fun beach to explore and reachable only by boat.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Playa Larga, Zihuatanejo
Ollie #11 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews

Playa Larga is a long, beautiful, uncrowded and clean beach on the ocean just a short trip by two local buses (<10 pesos each) from Zihuatanejo. I stayed at Quatro Hermanos... more »

Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  3.5 miles from city center
Playa Quieta, Ixtapa
Ollie #12 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Located six miles from Ixtapa, this is touted as the best swimming area in the region featuring snorkeling, sailing and windsurfing.
Attraction type  Beaches
Ollie #13 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ollie #14 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
One of several calm beaches perfect for children.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  577.6 miles from city center
Ollie #15 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
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Playa Linda, Ixtapa
Ollie #16 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
3.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Beach with a family atmosphere featuring a cycling/inline skating path along the marina.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  577.6 miles from city center
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Ollie #17 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Small stretch of beach located in the middle of downtown Zihuatanejo.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  3.5 miles from city center
Ollie #18 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
5 of 5 stars 1 review

SCUBA course in Zihuatanejo Bay to see the interesting sealife swimming around the area. 12' golden-colored statue of Jesus.   more »

Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Ollie #19 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: This amusement park is fun for kids and parents alike, featuring waterslides, various rides, wave pool, lazy river and a pirate ship.A great way to...... more » Owner description: This amusement park is fun for kids and parents alike, featuring waterslides, various rides, wave pool, lazy river and a pirate ship.A great way to enjoy your day in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo! « less
Attraction type  Water Parks
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Ollie #20 of 34 attractions in Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
3.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
This championship 18-hole course sports water inlets on 13 of its holes.
Attraction type  Marinas
Distance  316.2 miles from city center
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