Locally operated wildlife refuge with lots of crocodiles along with iguanas and a bevy of beautiful birds (mostly colorful tropical species like parrots and toucans).

Cocodrilario Tamakun

North end of Ixtapa, the beach lives up to its name and is quite beautiful, but also a bit rougher, attracting surfers to its steady waves. Playa Linda is also where you'll find boats taking visitors to Isla Ixtapa (where there are three more beaches).

Playa Linda

Rock-strewn beach that is best for walking and admiring the ocean views and the arc of golden sands along Ixtapa.

Playa Los Escalleros

Marina Ixtapa - seafood and pastas. Dine on the terrace or on “the ship.” The restaurant reproduced a boat that sits on land, but overlooks the water.

El Galeón

Known for its calm waters and mellow atmosphere.

Playa Quieta