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Sunset

Mazatlán Golden Hour Cliffs

Watch the cliff divers dive as the sun sinks into the Pacific, then unwind with a drink in the historic center.

Best time: 17:08About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:23

    La Querencia Bar

    Grab a beer at La Querencia Bar. The outdoor seating offers a relaxed start before the main event. Live music plays on Saturdays.

  2. 16:53

    Cliff divers

    Walk to the Cliff Divers viewing area. The divers are active all day, but the golden light at 17:08 makes for the best photos and atmosphere as they leap from the 13-meter rocks.

  3. 17:38

    Mariscos Bahía

    Head to Mariscos Bahía for fresh seafood. It is a short walk from the cliffs and perfect for dinner after watching the sunset.

Local tip

The divers are most active in the morning, but the evening light provides a stunning backdrop for the spectacle. La Querencia Bar is open until 02:00 if you want to extend the night.

Check before you go

  • La Querencia Bar is open Tuesday through Sunday from 17:00 to 02:00.
  • Mariscos Bahía is open daily from 11:00 to 20:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mazatlan (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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