Papagayo Park, Acapulco
When you’re looking to escape the beachfront bustle of Acapulco and immerse yourself in a bit of green calm, Park Papagayo offers a refreshing change of pace. Known as the city’s “green lung”, this expansive ecological and recreational park spans about 21.8 hectares of landscaped grounds, artificial lakes, and shaded trails.
You’ll discover little bridges and pockets of tropical flora. Kids will find delight in playgrounds, water features, and a small train ride, while older visitors can enjoy shaded benches, walking loops, and occasional wildlife sightings (ducks, turtles, and iguanas are often mentioned). The park also includes amenities like a skating rink, sports courts, and even a public library.
One of the park’s standout claims is that it’s the largest green space in Acapulco. If you time it right, you might catch a cultural event or hear local music in the open-air theater areas.
You’ll discover little bridges and pockets of tropical flora. Kids will find delight in playgrounds, water features, and a small train ride, while older visitors can enjoy shaded benches, walking loops, and occasional wildlife sightings (ducks, turtles, and iguanas are often mentioned). The park also includes amenities like a skating rink, sports courts, and even a public library.
One of the park’s standout claims is that it’s the largest green space in Acapulco. If you time it right, you might catch a cultural event or hear local music in the open-air theater areas.
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Papagayo Park on Map
Sight Name: Papagayo Park
Sight Location: Acapulco, Mexico (See walking tours in Acapulco)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Acapulco, Mexico (See walking tours in Acapulco)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Acapulco, Mexico
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Acapulco Introduction Walking Tour
When the German geographer Alexander von Humboldt arrived in 1803, he called Acapulco “one of the most beautiful harbors in the world.”
Acapulco’s name comes from a Nahuatl word often translated as “place of reeds”, reflecting its early landscape. Long before it became a resort city, Acapulco was home to Nahua-speaking communities and formed part of pre-Hispanic trade networks along... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Acapulco’s name comes from a Nahuatl word often translated as “place of reeds”, reflecting its early landscape. Long before it became a resort city, Acapulco was home to Nahua-speaking communities and formed part of pre-Hispanic trade networks along... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles