Ixtapa
Mexico · Estado de GuerreroMX
Resort city in the Mexican state of Guerrero
Ixtapa is a resort city in Mexico, adjacent to the Pacific Ocean in the municipality of Zihuatanejo de Azueta in the state of Guerrero. It is located 5 km (3 mi) northwest of the municipal seat, Zihuatanejo, and 245 km (150 mi) northwest of Acapulco.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 8,992
- Coordinates
- 17.668, -101.642
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Elevation
- 10 m
Overview of Ixtapa
Ixtapa is the kind of village you find in Estado de Guerrero, Mexico. It counts about 8,992 residents. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are culture, sports and wellness. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Ixtapa
Culture in Ixtapa
(2)Culture in Ixtapa covers Docks and Fountains. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Ixtapa.
Sports in Ixtapa
(2)Ixtapa records Biking and Golf under sports. It is a direct read of Ixtapa's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Ixtapa
(2)The wellness shortlist for Ixtapa: Spa and Wellness. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Ixtapa. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nature in Ixtapa
(1)Ixtapa records Caves under nature. It is a direct read of Ixtapa's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Ixtapa
(1)Under water sports, Ixtapa is tagged with Water Sports. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Ixtapa.
More to do in Ixtapa
(1)The other activities shortlist for Ixtapa: Fishing. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Ixtapa. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Ixtapa
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
Ixtapa rewards a slow approach — a hub in Estado de Guerrero, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to America/Mexico_City on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Ixtapa that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ixtapa known for?
- Travellers associate Ixtapa with culture, sports and wellness. It sits in Estado de Guerrero, Mexico and counts about 8,992 residents.
- What can you do in Ixtapa?
- Ixtapa is tagged with Docks, Fountains, Biking, Golf and Spa, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Ixtapa?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Ixtapa located?
- Ixtapa belongs to Estado de Guerrero, Mexico, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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