Ensenada Highlights
Explore the residential and commercial areas of Ensenada while visiting the oldest winery in Baja, a colorful fish market and tasting local foods and sweet treats.
Your guided tour starts with a panoramic and scenic drive through the residential and commercial areas of the city eventually arriving at Plaza Civica. Here you will discover 12-foot-high busts of noted Mexican heroes including Miguel Hidalgo (leader of the War of Mexican Independence, 1810 to 1821), Venustiano Carranza (37th President of Mexico and leader of the Mexican Revolution, 1910 to 1920), and Benito Juarez (26th President of Mexico and an equal rights leader). You will then visit Riviera Del Pacifico, a once-glamorous resort and casino most popular during the roaring 30s renowned for its Mexican architecture and famous clientele like Douglas Fairbanks and Al Capone. A complimentary margarita is waiting for you to enjoy as you take in the splendid surroundings. Now it is time to return to the city and enjoy a guided walking tour of downtown Ensenada. It is here that you will begin to explore the local food scene, including a Baja Fish or Shrimp Taco while exploring El Mercado Negro, Ensenada's extraordinary fish, and seafood market. Have your camera ready to snap some great shots of this amazingly colorful place! Finally, you will have the opportunity to browse and enjoy the city's central shopping district before returning to your ship.
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- An approximately 10-minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
- We recommend wearing comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable shoes. We also suggest a hat, sunglasses and sunblock.
- Guests must be able to get in and out of the transportation. The minimum age to drink alcoholic beverages is 18 years of age. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Food & beverages: Baja fish or Shrimp, Carne Asada Taco, and Margarita are included.
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.