Blog | Wednesday, January 22, 2025
3 Main Tourism Pillars in Los Cabos
An estimated 4.3 million tourists will head to Los Cabos this year, and 75% of them didn’t even consider another destination; Los Cabos was it. While many know Cabo as a sun-soaked paradise and are drawn to its pristine coastline and perfect climate, what is it about the location that draws so many visitors to its shores?
Many visitors could compile a list of reasons to fly to Baja’s southernmost point, but the Los Cabos Tourism Board says three categories attract people to area, which include:
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Gastronomy
Vacations aren’t just about seeing a new place. A growing number of tourists have prioritized food and drink as an important piece of their travels. Los Cabos has a wealth of options. From mom-and-pop food trucks and roadside cafes to fusion cuisine and Michelin star restaurants, you can fill your entire itinerary with unique culinary treats.
Estiatorio Milos
Known as one of the finest Mediterranean restaurants in the world, this culinary destination inside Costa Palmas was founded by acclaimed chef Costas Spiliadis. Great for a special occasion or celebration, the Greek-inspired dishes are as tasty as they are beautiful. Try the Grilled Octopus or Loup de Mer (Lavraki), the most prized fish in the water, cooked in sea salt to keep it as juicy as possible.
Limon
For an intimate dinner and cocktail, head to Limon. Tucked inside a hidden lemon grove, visitors come from all over to try the barbacoa, which includes meat that’s slow-cooked in an earth oven. You’ll come for the food, but you’ll stay for the picture-perfect sunset, warm breeze, and Baja atmosphere.
Delphine
In collaboration with Michelin star chef Ludo Lefebvre and club curator Fabien Cerato, Delphine is an open-air club that will delight your senses. Inspired by the French Riviera, you’ll enjoy cuisine that marries tastes from Nice, France with East Cape’s fresh flavors.
Offering live entertainment, a bar serving signature cocktails, and tables right on the beach, guests can expect seasonal menus in a picture-perfect setting.
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Arts and Culture
Los Cabos visitors find a rich arts and culture scene. From galleries and art walks to festivals and historical landmarks, Los Cabos embraces its heritage. In particular, visitors enjoy:
The Art Walk
From November through March, San Jose del Cabo hosts a weekly Art Walk. The city closes local streets to encourage visitors to wander about the colorful gallery-lined street. You can sip wine, and dine at a local restaurant. Often you can interact with the artists themeselves, who come to the galleries to chat with art lovers.
Museums
Los Cabos is bursting with museums, each paying homage to the area. The Silver Route Museum, for example, offers a look at the mining industry, while MUVACA showcases the area’s ranching and cowboy culture. The Natural History Museum provides a glimpse of archaeological finds in the region.
Churches and missions
Scattered across the southern peninsula, you’ll find a handful of churches and missions that offer a glimpse of religious history. The Church of St. Luke, for example, dates back to 1730. While renovations have been made to the Spanish missionary, it looks quite similar to its origins.
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Activities
Every destination claims “there is something for everyone,” but in Los Cabos – it’s actually true. The area boasts a lengthy list of activities fit for every traveler. Whether you want to lounge on a beach and read a book or get your adrenaline pumping with a wild ATV ride. Every traveler can customize their trip itinerary to what suits them the best.
Take a look at some of the favorite activities, which are often split into two categories: Land Lovers and Sea Seekers.
Land lovers often like to:
- Tour the area’s beaches
- Visit art galleries
- Plot a course to explore local landmarks
- Plan to attend mass or services in a historic church
- Take an ATV tour
- Go horseback riding
- Hike through the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains
- Bike the local trails
- Play a round of golf
Sea seekers often like to:
- Try kitesurfing
- Snorkel in Cabo Pulmo
- Take jet skis out for a tour
- Charter a yacht for an overnight stay
- Join a fishing charter and reel in a fresh catch
- Take a sunset cruise
- Go snorkeling
Visitors can certainly pick and choose what they’d like to do on vacation, but if you’re staying in East Cape, the quieter side of Baja’s southern peninsula, consider adding these activities to your list:
Play a round of golf at the Costa Palmas Golf Club
With views of the desert and sea, paired with perfectly manicured dunescapes, the Costa Palmas Golf Club is the course to play. Designed by Robert Trent Jones II, every golfer enjoys the experience of this 18-hole championship course.
Plan an overnight yacht cruise
The Costa Palmas Yacht Club has overnight itineraries planned and ready to go. All you need to decide is how long you’d like to be on the water. Itineraries are designed to explore a new island by day with your every whim taken care of when you return to the ship.
Explore Marina Village
After returning from your chartered yacht tour or a fishing trip, wander the elevated boutiques, restaurants, and community setting near the Costa Palmas mega-yacht marina. Whether you’re in the mood to shop for local wares, grab a bite to eat, or dance the night away, Marina Village is the place to be.
Explore the housing market
Many who visit Los Cabos plan return visits, and some decide to call the area home. Interest in luxury real estate is rising and buyers have many options, including private beachside villas and high-end condos, to choose from. As you explore home choices, consider the features you want, proximity to the activities you enjoy, and on-site amenities that enrich your lifestyle.
Costa Palmas has several real estate options to choose from. Whether you’d like a modern marina-side residence with a captain’s quarters that’s steps from your yacht or a beachfront villa with stunning views and accommodations, you can find a residence that fits your way of life inside the luxurious Costa Palmas.
