Acapulco Travel Guide
Mexico
Acapulco is a city of just over one million people on Mexico’s Pacific coast. It is one of the country’s major coastal urban centres, with a warm climate typical of the region.
Most visitors arriving by air use Acapulco International Airport (ACA), which serves the city. No named beaches are identified within 40 kilometres, so check the exact coastline and beach location when planning your stay.
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Weather in Acapulco
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Pays in MXN
Plug type Type A & Type B (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 911
Dial code +52
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Mexico for various services. While not legally required, it's a significant part of service industry workers' income. Locals generally tip, and tourists are expected to do the same.
Best time to visit Acapulco
Jan
29°1Feb
29°1Mar
29°0Apr
30°0May
31°5Jun
29°16Jul
30°16Aug
30°21Sep
29°23Oct
29°20Nov
29°8Dec
29°4Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Acapulco
Playa Icacos
3.6 km away
Playa Condesa
3.7 km away
Acapulco Diamante
5.3 km away
Playa Hornitos
6 km away
Playa Majahua
6.7 km away
Playa Revolcadero
7.3 km away
Playa Hornos
7.5 km away
Playa Caleta
8.7 km away
Things to do in Acapulco
Oceanic 2000
historic site
2.9 km
Cinépolis
movie theater
2.7 km
Parroquia San Pablo Apostol
roman catholic place of worship
1.3 km
Baby'O
dance club
2.8 km
Torre Coral
historic site
3.1 km
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
religious organization
2.1 km
Parroquia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús - Costa Azul
roman catholic place of worship
2.6 km
Calvary Chapel Acapulco
christian place of worship
2.8 km
Getting there
Acapulco International Airport · 12.5 km
Frequently asked Questions
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