What to do in Ixtapa

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Marina Ixtapa showing street scenes
Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo which includes general coastal views and a bay or harbour
El Palmar Beach featuring a sunset, a beach and a luxury hotel or resort
El Palmar Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
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Ixtapa Tourist Attractions & Activities

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1. El Palmar Beach

Ixtapa’s famous El Palmar Beach is a picture-perfect mix of seemingly endless yellow sand, clear blue water and luxury resorts. Head to El Palmar Beach to play on the sand, skim across the waves on a Jet Ski or enjoy a massage from a trained masseuse. If the crowds on the beach become too much, escape to the condos, resorts and restaurants that line the sand.
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El Palmar Beach showing a sunset, a luxury hotel or resort and tropical scenes

2. Linda Beach

Playa Linda is a picturesque slice of Mexico’s southern coast. From the moment you arrive at this coconut palm-lined beach, you’ll be swept away by its allure. Young local families play in the sand, old men drink beer under the straw canopies of beach huts and white horses gallop in the shallow water. Cycle along the waterfront trail, visit the crocodile pit to see reptiles or board the local ferry to reach Ixtapa Island.
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Linda Beach showing a beach and general coastal views as well as a couple

3. Ixtapa Island

Venture to Ixtapa Island, off Mexico’s majestic south coast, for a day of snorkeling, kayaking and sightseeing. With its sheltered bays and coves, the island is a popular place for those seeking a quieter beach experience. Join a guided boat tour or rent a panga, a small motorized boat and make your way to the island. Follow scenic hiking trails, swim with dolphins and snorkel in clear waters.
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Ixtapa Island showing a beach

4. Quieta Beach

Quieta Beach is a tranquil, sun-drenched cove with scenic views of Ixtapa Island and gentle surf. As its name suggest, it attracts a quieter crowd than the beaches surrounding it. Head to Quieta Beach to eat local seafood on the beach, relax with a massage and enjoy some of the safest swimming conditions in the Ixtapa area.
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Quieta Beach featuring sailing, general coastal views and a sandy beach

5. Marina Ixtapa

Visit Marina Ixtapa and spend some time admiring the mix of catamarans, sailboats and yachts. Stroll around the wooden boardwalks and watch as boats arrive via an estuary of sparkling turquoise water. Enjoy views of the surrounding green hills and check out the modern lighthouse. Marina Ixtapa probably won’t take up too much of your time but it’s a good starting point for discovering Ixtapa’s natural and sporting attractions.
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Marina Ixtapa featuring a sunset and a marina

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Villas Alondras

When in Villas Alondras, you can plan a visit to El Palmar Beach and Marina Ixtapa Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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