Manzanillo is a city, as well as a municipality, in the state of Colima in Mexico on the Mexican Riviera. It is a coastal city on the Pacific side with the busiest port in Mexico. However, despite it’s commercial importance it has retained its tranquil laid-back Mexican charm. Manzanillo is readily accessible by land, air, and water, and is a growing tourist destination among foreigners and Mexicans alike. What is there for a tourist to do here? Lots. Just consider briefly the following:
Beaches
Manzanillo has many beaches to choose from for surfing, swimming, or simply admiring, beach such as Playa San Pedrito and Playa Audiencia.
Watersports
Surfing is very popular in Manzanillo, especially in Playa Miramar. Scuba diving is popular here also. Local boat tours will take to places difficult to get to but merit a visit. These tours also have stops for scuba diving.
Fishing
Manzanillo is a great place for sport fishing, with year-round excursions available. In fact, it is a self-proclaimed “sailfish capital of the world.” The city is also well known internationally for deep-sea fishing.
