Tours and Tickets to Experience Mazatlan Lighthouse (El Faro)
Mazatlan Lighthouse (El Faro)
- The 30-minute hike to the top is moderately steep but the path is well maintained.
- Hiking boots aren’t necessary, but wearing sandals isn’t recommended.
- Vendors sometimes sell refreshments at the peak but take water just in case.
- There are no bathrooms at the lighthouse.
- There’s a small fee to access the glass lookout at El Faro.
- El Faro is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
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Hiking to it is free, but there's a 20 Mexican peso fee to walk the glass-bottom lookout at the Mazatlán Lighthouse. Half-day tours generally start around US$59, with private tours of Mazatlán from around US$349. Options range from sightseeing to food tours, cruises, and even horseback riding.
There are 336 steps to reach the top of the Mazatlán Lighthouse, a strenuous climb that rewards you with sweeping views of the surrounding coastline. The steep approach to the lighthouse is no accident—it's built high on Cerro del Crestón, so its bright light will be visible for miles.
Reaching the Mazatlán Lighthouse (El Faro) is a challenge for visitors with limited mobility, because it's accessible only via a gravel path and stairs. There are many other accessible activities in Mazatlán, including food tours, seeing a cultural show at Angela Peralta Theater, and exploring the historic center.
Yes, there are restrooms at Mazatlán Lighthouse. They're located near the entrance and ticket office—they cost 10 Mexican pesos, so it's a good idea to bring some small change. Keep in mind that once you start up the path to the lighthouse itself, there are no restrooms.
Sunrise and sunset are beautiful times to visit Mazatlán Lighthouse (El Faro)—both offer gorgeous views of colorful twilight. If you'd prefer to visit when the lighthouse is uncrowded, consider getting up early. The site opens at 6:45am, and it's often wonderfully quiet first thing in the morning.