Top Acapulco Historical Tours

Dive into Acapulco's history and heritage with a local guide who shares the highlights of the city. See the Fort of San Diego, The Cathedral, Diego Rivera's mosaic mural, and check out the shopping options at the municipal market (Mercado Municipal). You'll also watch the cliff divers jump from dizzying heights at La Quebrada, stop at the Flamingo Hotel—historically popular with Hollywood stars, and have time to purchase lunch at a charming restaurant on the beach. Includes guide, entrance fees, and hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

Live an unforgettable experience visiting the most beautiful places of Acapulco, the chapel of Peace at the highest point of the city, the mural of Diego Rivera, the tourist and traditional areas of Acapulco, and finally, the divers show

Explore Acapulco with a guide on a full-day tour that includes a diving show. Ride in an air-conditioned van to landmarks including the Fort of San Diego, the Exekatlikalli House (House of Winds), the historic Los Flamingos hotel, and Our Lady of the Solitude Cathedral in the Zocalo (main square). You'll also watch the cliff divers splashing into the ocean and have time for souvenir shopping before returning to your hotel. Includes entrance fees, transportation, guide, drinks, and hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Combine visits to the Municipal Market (Mercado Municipal) of Acapulco and the Palma Sola archaeological site on this half-day tour. Dive deep into Mexican culture, both past and present, through these two visits representing different time periods, accompanied by insightful guided commentary. Palma Sola features petroglyphs from ancient times, and the market is a bazaar selling any item you could ever want to buy.  Entrance fees and round-trip hotel transportation provided.

When in Acapulco, watching the cliff divers is an absolute must-see. Observe the daring divers at the most magical time of day during an evening experience of La Quebrada Cliff Divers in Acapulco. As well convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, your tour includes a table that boasts a great view of the divers and two drinks, including wine, beer, and cocktails.

These more than 10 places & activities would be challenging to organize on your own with a short time in port; this tour professionally combines them and arranges all the details in advance so you can enjoy them in a very relaxing manner. We do not waste your time making shopping stops in our tours. No tourist traps. When staying in a Hotel or when your cruise ship docks on Acapulco's port embark on a tour that allows you to sightsee in addition to participating in a baby turtle release ceremony. The sightseeing tour hits all the Acapulco highlights, including La Quebrada High Cliff Divers, Diego Rivera's mural, & the Chapel of Peace, the City Market, Old Sector, The New Area, Diamond Acapulco & every attraction in town. Pickup and drop-off right at the cruise terminal (accordingly to your cruise arrival). If you are staying in a hotel at 9:00 am. Divers Admission and alcoholic beverages or sodas will be included ONLY if Private Option Selected. Kindly contact local supplier.

Get to know Acapulco's highlights on this comprehensive city tour. With your guide's commentary to shed light on the daily life of local residents, as well as the history and future of this bustling city, visit the landmarks that make up the city's heart. Stops include the Cliff Divers, the Chapel of Peace, the Vallarino Turtle Camp, and others. Round-trip hotel transportation included.

Treat yourself to a romantic dinner and watch the famous cliff divers of Acapulco at La Perla. Located in the historic El Mirador hotel—and overlooking the Pacific Ocean—La Perla will serve up a 3-course dinner while the cliff divers plunge into the water below. Hotel/cruise ship pickup, guided tour, and two glasses of wine or cocktails included.

Visit Acapulco’s Coyuca Lagoon and witch doctor market on a family-friendly guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel with your guide and small group to the market to learn about its traditional medicinal supplies. Enjoy a boat cruise on the scenic Coyuca Lagoon, eat a lunch of fresh seafood and other typical Mexican dishes, and release endangered turtle babies into the Pacific—all on this affordable full-day outing.

Watch Acapulco's most talented performers take high diving to a new level on with this cliff diving show in Acapulco, one of the area's premier attractions. Go with a guide to find the best viewpoints and learn about the history of the extreme sport, and even get a chance to meet the performers for a photo op after the show.

Whatever time of day or night you arrive at Acapulco Airport, streamline the start of your vacation with a handy transfer to your hotel. There's no need to line up for taxis as your driver will meet you and transfer you to wherever you need to go. Ride in a comfortable modern vehicle with just a small group of other travelers.

Discover top tourist spots, plus see the cliff divers, during this guided tour of Acapulco. First, stop at the Chapel of Peace, which offers sea views, and the Trouyet Cross. Throughout the tour, learn about the country’s history, geography, economics, and politics. After watching the cliff divers show, visit at the mural of artist Diego Rivera to snap some photos.

Take a break from the beach on a 5-hour tour to Acapulco City. After a spin around one of the city’s many mercados, your guide navigates to Palma Sola, an ancient archaeological site known for its caves, thousands-year-old rock engravings, and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. In addition to round-trip transport from your Acapulco hotel, this tour includes all admission tickets.

This Acapulco tour is the easiest way to visit the Tehuacalco archaeological site in just a few hours, without having to plan transport. Hidden in the Sierra Madre Mountains of southern Mexico, Tehuacalco served as the ceremonial center of the Yope civilization. Your half-day excursion includes a guided tour of the archaeological site, a typical Mexican lunch, and hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

Learn the secrets of Acapulco on a small-group tour with convenient round-trip transport from the doorstep of your hotel. In addition to navigating for you, your guide offers little-known stories about the city’s history, from the chambers of the San Diego Fortress to the death-defying cliff divers of La Quebrada. Light refreshments and admission tickets are included for your convenience.

Learn all about mezcal on a full-day tour of the countryside outside of Acapulco. Drive through a scenic landscape and historic towns to Chilpancingo, the capital of Guerrero. Then visit a mezcal factory with your guide, and see how mezcal goes from the agave fields, to the distillation and fermentation process, and finally becomes a fine drink. You'll sample several varieties of mezcal and mezcal cream, then have a traditional lunch and classic cocktail before returning to Acapulco. Includes mezcal tasting, lunch, and hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

Make the most of your time in Acapulco with this group cultural tour which covers lots of ground and shows you some spots you might not find on your own. Check out a few museums showcasing the Colonial era and masks, visit a typical Mexican market, check out some murals and local architecture, and more.

Travel back in time on an educational half-day tour of the Tehuacalco archaeological site from Acapulco. Journey through the dramatic scenery of the Sierra Madre mountain range and embark on a guided tour of the Tehuacalco archaeological site with a knowledgeable guide. Marvel at ancient ruins that date back to 400 AD as you gain fascinating insight into the Yope empire. Attempt to decipher ancient hieroglyphs; gaze at the summit of a 60-foot (18-meter) pyramid; and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Acapulco hotel.

Maximize your time in Acapulco with this guided comprehensive tour. Visit points of interest including the Chapel of Peace and the colorful Diego Rivera mural, plus get the chance to release a baby turtle into the wild and watch the cliff divers at La Quebrada. Enjoy the personalized attention of this small-group tour.

Visit the San Diego fort, home of the History Museum of Acapulco. You will have time to stroll in the grounds and enjoy a refreshment. Then it’s on to Las Brisas overlooking Acapulco Bay for a visit to the Chapel of Peace. Here you’ll have time to watch the artisans at work and browse for souvenirs before returning to your hotel or ship.

Immerse yourself in Mexican history on a private, half-day tour of Acapulco. Going with a guide ensures you see more than you could in one day on foot, from major landmarks to smaller points of interest often missed by visitors. No need to plan logistics on your own: Admission tickets and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Travel through the history of Acapulco and discover the relevance that Acapulco had in the history of Mexico. A visit to the fortress will take you back to the battles between pirates and the Mexican army. Visit the museum of the masks of the 7 regions of the state of Guerrero and enjoy a visit to the Diego Rivera Mural finishing your tour in La Quebrada watching the divers show The history of Mexico is fascinating and Acapulco was a fundamental part of it, especially during the Mexican Revolution. The Fort of San Diego is a clear example of the Spanish influence in the port but also of the importance it had for the heroes of the Mexican Revolution, the fort is currently a museum that brings a lot of history to the visitor

Delight in the geographical splendor of Taxco on a full-day trip to the picturesque mountain town from Acapulco. Travel through mountainous scenery to Taxco de Alarcón and admire panoramic views from the town’s 5,000-foot (1,515-meter) elevation. Learn about the region’s industrial heritage during a stop at a silver store and then embark on a walking tour of the city with your expert guide. Behold the magnificent Temple of Santa Prisca, recently declared a National Historical Monument, and spend some relaxed free time exploring Taxco de Alarcón independently before returning to Acapulco by comfortable coach.