Barra Vieja Beach Tours and Activities

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Just under an hour down the coast from Acapulco is this tranquil beach which offers stunning scenery, a variety of recreational activities and delicious local dishes.

Come to Playa de Barra Vieja for an Acapulco beach experience without the metropolitan backdrop. Located about an hour south of the city, it feels like another world. Go horseback riding along the beach or enjoy a feast of fresh seafood.

Take a leisurely stroll along the ocean and enjoy sweeping views across the Pacific Ocean. Set up a beach chair and lie back in Mexico’s warm, sunny weather. Because it faces the open ocean, be prepared for a variety of wave strengths crashing onshore. Even experienced swimmers should pay attention to the water conditions.

Playa de Barra Vieja offers many engaging activities. Go horseback riding on the beach or speed along on a quad ATV. Take a boat tour of the lagoon and see the area’s stunning wildlife, from tropical birds to dolphins. Time a waterfront stroll around sunset, when you’ll be rewarded with a dramatic fiery sky.

Because of its location outside the city, Playa de Barra Vieja has a much more local feel than many of Acapulco’s other beaches. Indulge in delicious meals at its local traditional restaurants. Try a regional specialty, such as the popular huachinango zarandeado, a whole red snapper that is marinated in spicy seasonings.

A few hotels are located between the beach and Acapulco International Airport. Find a much larger selection of amenities farther north closer to Acapulco, from luxury accommodations to hotels with thumping nightclubs. However, Playa de Barra Vieja is a nice escape from the hustle and bustle, offering a tranquil and natural beach experience.

Drive south from Acapulco along the coastline to reach Playa de Barra Vieja. It is about 36 miles (58 kilometers) outside of the center of the city of Acapulco. Conveniently reach Acapulco International Airport in about 20 minutes. This proximity makes Playa de Barra Vieja a great first or last stop on your Acapulco agenda.

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Hotel Quinta Diamante
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2.5 out of 5
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2 out of 5
casa playa encantada, Acapulco, GRO
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3 out of 5
Carretera Barra Vieja Kilómetro 29, Acapulco, GRO
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Bambuddha
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2.5 out of 5
Carretera Barra Vieja Km 37, Col. San Andrés, Acapulco, GRO
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Casa Yalma Kaan Sensor
Casa Yalma Kaan Sensor
3.5 out of 5
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Mishol Hotel and Beach Club
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3.5 out of 5
Carretera Barra Vieja Kilómetro 29, Acapulco, GRO
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Tres Vidas Acapulco Suites
Tres Vidas Acapulco Suites
4 out of 5
Carretera a Barra Vieja Km 7 S/N, Col. Plan de los Amates, Acapulco, GRO
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LA Peninsula
LA Peninsula
3 out of 5
Boulevard Barra Vieja Tres Vidas, Acapulco, GRO
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Tres Vidas
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