Ensenada ActivitiesGray whale watching
La BufadoraLa Bufadora is one of the main attractions in Ensenada , located just a few miles southwest of the city. La Bufadora is a natural spectacle, which is a cave in the cliffs, where waves from the Pacific Ocean obstreperously crashes forming an spectacular type of geyser; Its water stream raises up to the air, where many people can see it from the above gazebo. Any of the hotels in Ensenada can provide you with directions to where this magnificent natural beauty is settled. Ensenada winieriesEnsenada and its surroundings is host to many famous wineries of Mexico, in fact, this region of Baja California is worldwide recognized, along with the state of California in United States, to be one of the most prolific areas in the world for grape production. In fact, Ensenada produces about 90% of the wine produced in Mexico. Many of the wines produced in this area of Ensenada and its surroundings are already among the best wines in the world. No doubt why this is a great attraction of Ensenada; there are many trips and tours to some of the wineries, where you can spend a great day learning about this wonderful topic, as well as tasting some of the best wines around Ensenada. There are three recognized valleys in the area of Baja California, where wineries had established, all three of them located at the municipality of Ensenada: San Vicente Valley, Santo Tomas Valley and Guadalupe Valley. These are the best wineries in Ensenada and its surroundings: Adobe Guadalupe . Located in the Guadalupe Valley near Ensenada . Rosarito to Ensenada 50 mile bike rideThis magnificent event gathers thousands of participants, a true attraction in Ensenada and Rosarito Baja California. If you enjoy bicycle rides and are seeking for a great time, while visiting Ensenada, you can be part of this famous Rosarito Ensenada 50 Mile Sun Bicycle Ride. This journey will show you many facets of Ensenada, Rosarito and other vicinities, such as value different pretty sceneries, cross small villages to beautiful views of the pacific coast. This huge ride starts in Rosarito and ends at Ensenada; is held twice a year. Practicing tennis in EnsenadaIf practicing tennis is one of your favorite’s activities, here in Ensenada you won’t miss having a great day playing tennis. Tennis in Ensenada is mostly available in many of the hotels, but also you can practice it at Baja tennis club, located in Ensenada Baja California, where you will find five excellent tennis courses, as well as some other services included in this sporty club, such as: racket service, tennis clinics, café, locker rooms, showers, bathrooms, sauna, and swimming pool, among others. Riviera del pacificoOnce a plush gambling casino in the '30s, now a center for social and cultural events open 8:30am-7pm. Stroll the gardens landscaped with monuments detailing Baja California history until 10pm. Visit Bar Andaluz, the Museum of history and Galeria de la Ciudad. Centrally located on Blvd. Costero, tel. 176-4233, fax 176-4310. The adjacent Parque Infantil (Children's Park) with a playground and BBQs/tables opens Tues.-Sun. 10am-6pm. There are many close hotels and other services facilities near the Riviera del Pacifico. Ensenada Hussong's cantinaThe oldest bar in the Californias established in 1892 and a designated historical landmark. Open daily 10am-1am. Av. Ruiz #113. This famous cantina is conveniently located in a crowded well known neighbor, where some nice hotels of Ensenada are located. Ensenada’s paseo calle primeraThe newly remodeled shopping & dining promenade at Ensenada, that sits on Lopez Mateos Ave., from Castillo Ave. to Ryerson Ave. Walk around this colorful shopping district, then relax and enjoy a great meal. Afterwards you can relax and have some drinks on one of its bars or at one of Ensenada hotels. Ensenada boulevard costeroOnce a sandy beach, now the coastal route through Ensenada also known as Lazaro Cardenas. View the Riviera del Pacifico and other sights along the palm-lined boulevard from the comfort of a calandria (horse-drawn carriage). El malecon at EnsenadaThe new boardwalk along the Ensenada downtown waterfront from Azueta to Castillo Ave. Relax and enjoy the view at Parque Ventana al Mar (Window to the Sea Park) with its monumental Mexican flag. Some restaurants and hotels can be found for your convenience close to malecon in Ensenada. Ensenada open-air fish marketNorthern Baja's largest seafood market with many types of fish and shellfish, plus Ensenada's specialty-fish tacos. On the waterfront malecon. Plaza civica at EnsenadaAn attractive park on Blvd. Costero & Macheros with giant golden busts of Mexican heroes Benito Juarez, Miguel Hidalgo and Venustiano Carranza. It is locally known as "Three Heads Park”. This is a nice walk to enjoy while visiting Ensenada, which is not only beach and sand. Chapultepec hills at EnsenadaA fabulous panoramic view of Ensenada from one of the city's most attractive residential areas. Follow Calle 2 up hill. Ensenada statue of tara & ecological parkA huge hand painted statue symbolizing Mother Nature, a gift of peace and friendship from a Nepalese cultural organization. Overlooking the city on the original site of the 1930s Fort Keki on Calle 13 between Av. Obregon & Moctezuma. You can reach this interesting point while walking in the streets of Ensenada, maybe stop a for a drink or after enjoying a stay on one of Ensenada hotels. Parque revolucionA lovely park with numerous species of shade trees, a playground and Mother's Monument. Obregon Ave. between Calles 6&7. Another option for fun and relaxing at the same time in Ensenada. Ensenada’s flea marketsSearch for trash and treasures at Los Globos, Ensenada's largest outdoor swap meet on Calle 9 three blocks east of Reforma. Open daily, but weekends are best. Ensenada Fela Market is with no doubt another great thing to do while visiting the city; go for some shopping or just walk around to see thousands of unique Mexican and foreign items. El mirador at ensenadaAn extraordinary observation spot with panoramic views of Ensenada Bay and Todos Santos Island. At Km. 84 on the Tijuana-Ensenada toll highway, 17 miles north of Ensenada. To find hotel accommodations in Ensenada activities please use the search box below, where you will find the best hotel selection at the lowest guaranteed rates. Check Hotel Rates and Availability in Ensenada |