We returned to Mazatlan and were excited to see what had become of the "centro historico". Many of the buildings are hundreds of years old, built around central courtyards which have been over-run by trees. Efforts at gentrification and renewal are paying off. Start your visit at Plaza Machado and wander, enjoying the sites.

lots of good crafts and jewelry shops. We bought some nice silver bracelets and rings strolling thru is safe and fun

It is very reminiscent of New Orleans. Well maintained, brightly painted buildings on narrow streets. Watch out for the other drivers, very frightening. Our guide was a taxi driver, and we got a very good overview. Well worth looking over.

Was a very cool trip we took on Saturday night in the back of Franco's red canopy truck.The night life down there is a lot of fun.

Everyone wants to sell you something and everyone say they have the best price! You will also find someone who sell it cheaper usually on the last day of your vacation!!! The Cathedral was nice to visit. The Cliff Divers are a must.

We had a nice tour of Old Mazatlan via a tour bus scheduled through our hotel. The driver was very accommodating, speaking every description both in Spanish and English so everyone could understand. We stopped a few places along the way, and the driver explained various things about the city. Old Mazatlan has very narrow streets and some lovely old... More

awesome architecture and markets but I did not enjoy the crowds - we were travelling with two small children ( 1 and 3) so they had to stay in the stroller the whole time for fear of losing them in the crowds, but it was still a good experience to see all of the old buildings and cathedrals. The prices... More

Loved this part of the city. It had beautiful streets and interesting old hotels and great food. This is what you imagine Mexico to look like.

Must see in Mazatlan, just a big part of the history. Side walks are rough and the smell is a bit tough, but, fun to shop the open markets. Better prices than the golden zone and more begging for your business, but take a "no" fairly well. Glad I saw it, but, don't really care to go back.