Todos Santos

On the other side of the Baja Peninsula, up the Pacific Coast from Los Cabos, there’s one magical village that can’t be missed. Todo Santos was named one of Mexico’s Pueblo Mágico’s in 2006, and with its bohemian roots, breathtaking mountain, and laid-back surf culture, it’s no wonder why.
Todos Santos is a haven of pristine beaches and quiet streets, where dry desert heat, a cool ocean breeze, and a vibe of pure relaxation pervade the scene. The locals are fiercely protective of the natural landscape that makes Todos Santos so special, and have worked hard to keep large development projects at bay.
Instead, you’ll find charming hotels like La Bohemia, an eight room boutique bed and breakfast run by a couple of Californian expats, adorable boutiques like Étnica selling beautifully embroidered caftans, or even Baja Beans, a tropical-hipster coffee shop that also hosts the neighborhood farmers’ market in high season.
Todos Santos is as much a bohemian enclave as it is a surfer’s getaway. San Pedrito and Los Cerritos are both known for their A-frame peelers, and the shorebreak at Playa Cerritos is a popular spot for the learn to surf crowd. Rent a board or arrange a lesson from Mario Surf School, where friendly locals will have you hanging ten, or at least standing up, in no time.
After your surf, sink your teeth into battered and deep-fried Baja-style fish tacos at La Copa Cocina, then stop in at the Profesor Néstor Agúndez Martínez Cultural Center to learn a bit more about the town’s history and cultural happenings. Todos Santos is especially popular with artists, so set aside time to peruse the town’s many beautiful galleries.
As evening hits on your mellow Baja spring break, head back to the sands for the town’s best spectacle — sunset. With the Sierra de la Laguna mountains as your backdrop and a cold cerveza in hand, sink your toes in the sand and watch as the breathtaking sunset fades into a breathtakingly starry night sky.