Los Cabos sits at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California peninsula, where the desert meets the sea. The area includes two main towns: lively Cabo San Lucas and quieter San José del Cabo, linked by a resort corridor.
Choose your base
San José del Cabo often has more relaxed, lower-cost options and a walkable historic center. Cabo San Lucas is busier, with more nightlife and boat tours.
Know which beaches are swimmable
Strong currents make some Los Cabos beaches unsafe for swimming. Look for beaches signed as safe for swimming and follow posted flags.
Save on food and transport
- Taco stands and small local restaurants cost far less than resort dining.
- Buy water and snacks at a grocery store.
- Local buses run along the corridor between towns.
Free and low-cost fun
Walking the marina and old towns, watching sunsets, and in winter months, spotting whales from shore. Compare several operators before booking any boat trip.
Before you book abroad
- Check passport and entry rules on the official U.S. State Department travel site; some countries need passports valid for months beyond your trip.
- Ask your bank about foreign transaction fees and tell them your travel dates.
- Check your phone plan's international options before you land.
- Look into travel insurance and what your health plan covers abroad.
Prices, fees and rules change. Check official sites before you travel.