Shop for Handicrafts at the Saturday Tianguis Market You can also trot across the sandy beaches and get to know Lo de Marcos better on horseback with a local guide. Surfing is popular in Lo de Marcos too, although you won’t see as many surfers as you would in La Lanchaclose to Punta Mita. The rolling green hills are the perfect place to explore on foot while the sea beckons you to go on a kayak or paddleboarding adventure. Getting out in nature and enjoying the beach, mountains, & jungle is easy in Lo de Marcos. They’re more private, hidden beaches a bit further south of the town that you can reach by hiking or by car via Camino a Las Minitas. Two other cool beaches to discover are Playas Los Venados and Playa Las Minitas. Head to the north end of the Lo de Marcos beach for the estuary and the surf-break. If you head south to El Atracadero beach you will be near a rocky inlet that’s ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing. The Playa Lo de Marcos is the town’s main beach at the end of the street with golden sand and slow-crashing waves. Here are some of the best things to do in Lo de Marcos: Enjoy Lo de Marcos’ Beaches & Outdoor Activities (Expect to pay 600-800 pesos for an Uber or taxi).ĭespite being a small town, there are fun things to do in Lo de Marcos for newcomers and repeat visitors! I always enjoy going to Lo de Marcos and seeing new shops pop up or exploring a new part of town. Getting to Lo de Marcos from Puerto Vallarta is pretty easy by bus via Hwy 200 or by Uber or taxi. Lo de Marcos is one of the northernmost towns in the Bandera’s Bay in the state of Nayarit so it takes a little longer to get to than places like Sayulita.

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So getting to or from any of the small towns that speckle the coast usually takes an hour or less. Read more to discover what to do and see on a trip to Lo de Marcos in Nayarit, Mexico!įirst of all, where is Lo de Marcos and how far is it from Puerto Vallarta? Puerto Vallarta is the gateway to the Riviera Nayarit which is home to dozens of colorful magic towns and quaint fishing villages. Lo de Marcos isn’t at all on the tourist trail, not yet at least, so it’s the place to go for a quiet escape by the Pacific Ocean. The town is an unassuming destination unlike Sayulitaor Puerto Vallarta, so you can imagine our surprise when we discovered how popular it is among international expats and retirees who come to live among the locals in this beachside town.

Plus, there are a handful of events led by associations and internationals alike, including the Lady Coco Burning Man started by friends of ours just two years ago. It has a large colorful plaza, Mexican-style villas and resorts, local delicious eateries, organic farms and markets, a thriving expat community, and not to mention the beautiful Lo de Marcos beach. Those who do know it, know Lo de Marcos as an authentic Mexican pueblitio with an endearing laid-back vibe. But now we know Lo de Marcos as one of the cutest places along the coast of the scenic Riviera Nayarit where you can truly experience and witness what life in a small Mexican pueblo is like. Have you ever heard of Lo de Marcos in Nayarit, Mexico? I hadn’t either, not until we moved to the eco-conscious pueblo of San Pancho just a few miles south of Lo de Marcos.

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