El Malecon

The Seaside Boardwalk

La Paz means "the peace" and it is a name that expresses perfectly the spirit of this quiet coastal Mexican town. Unlike its nearby sisters in Los Cabos, La Paz has been virtually untouched by resort development. It is a city that exists for its residents, which is a great benefit for visitors, who get to experience the simple and happy life of a genuine Mexican community.

An evening stroll along the charming seaside boardwalk known as the malecon is like walking back in time, to the days of carefree living so many of us recall from childhood. As the capital of Baja California Sur, La Paz is the port city for the area. It is a university town and the center of eco-tourism in Mexico. La Paz has quality hospitals, fine restaurants, pleasant parks and convenient shopping.