Fort of San Diego, Acapulco

Fort of San Diego, Acapulco (must see)

One of the most relevant historical buildings of Acapulco is the Fort of San Diego, which displays a pentagonal shape and dates back to the 17th century. Initially built to protect the port and the cargo of arriving ships, the fort was once the most important Spanish fortress on the coast. Despite the fort's existence, a Dutch fleet invaded Acapulco in 1615, destroying much of the town and fort before being driven off. The fort was destroyed by an earthquake in 1776 and was rebuilt in 1783. Today, the Fort of San Diego is the home of the city's History Museum as well as a couple of crafts shops.

Why You Should Visit:
Right by the ocean and very inexpensive.
You can go on a boat tour, jet skiing and snorkeling.
All areas of the fort easily accessible & display rooms are air-conditioned.
However, its privileged views are what makes the fort a landmark of the Acapulco Bay.

Tip:
Bring a pair of sunglasses and an umbrella!
Sight description based on Wikipedia.

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Fort of San Diego on Map

Sight Name: Fort of San Diego
Sight Location: Acapulco, Mexico (See walking tours in Acapulco)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Walking Tours in Acapulco, Mexico

Create Your Own Walk in Acapulco

Create Your Own Walk in Acapulco

Creating your own self-guided walk in Acapulco is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Acapulco Introduction Walking Tour II

Acapulco Introduction Walking Tour II

Every city is so individual that it comes hard to describe it and even sometimes to understand its specific. Acapulco is one of those simple and at the same time adventurous and mysterious places which is interesting to get to know. Acapulco is a very welcoming town, with nice and friendly people. There so many fascinating things and spots to see that it is even hard to make a list of them. Check...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.8 Km or 3 Miles
Acapulco Introduction Walking Tour I

Acapulco Introduction Walking Tour I

Every city is so individual that it comes hard to describe it and even sometimes to understand its specific. Acapulco is one of those simple and at the same time adventurous and mysterious places which is interesting to get to know. Acapulco is a very welcoming town, with nice and friendly people. There so many fascinating things and spots to see that it is even hard to make a list of them. Check...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles