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From the sybarite to the adventurous, we've got it all with our excursions in Ensenada!

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Travel safe, have fun and experience Mexico ! We have deep love for the outdoors and all the hidden gems in Baja California: have fun on our day tours for cruises, visit us from California or make the most of your stay in Valle de Guadalupe and e xperience Ensenada like a local!

“Traveling is a brutality. It forces you to trust strangers and to lose sight of all that familiar comfort of home and friends. You are constantly off balance. Nothing is yours except the essential things: air, sleep, dreams, the sea, the sky – all things tending towards the eternal or what we imagine of it.”

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ENSENADA TRAVEL TOURS

Private tours in ensenada, mexico, our most popular adventures.

Experience a unique private tour, enjoy every minute at the best, as we make sure that you enjoy a nice relaxing vacation .

La Bufadora Tour

• Sightseeing tour of city highlights
• More than 100 souvenirs shop
• Meet the biggest marine geyser in the world
• 2 hours of free time

Zip-lining Tour

• 5 Ziplines & 5 hanging bridges ( activity paid separately )
• Roundtrip transportation
• Sightseeing Tour
• Lunch at the best taco place in town

Pai Pai Ecopark  

• Pet baby cubs and interact with many more species
• Lunch included at the best taco place in town

Wine Valley Tours

The Valley of Guadalupe is Mexico's most important wine region, producing more than 90% of Mexican wine.

We have two tour options to accommodate your needs.

• Custom Wine Tour: Visit at 2 local wineries & 1 restaurant (Tasting fees and food not included)
• Bachelorette Party Wine Tour: Visit at 3 local wineries & 1 restaurant. All tasting fees and food included.

Our main focus is that you enjoy and relax with the delightful wines and gastronomy that Valle offers. 

Custom Wine Tour: $65.00

Bachelorette Party Wine Tour: $197.00

All-inclusive private wine tour: $99.00

In our journey, we all found love and enthusiasm in this company. My team and I treat our guests the way we would like to be treated. Giving our customers the best experience is our  main focus.

We started in 2019, and since then we have had non stop adventures and providing unforgettable moments! We always give our best to provide the best service and day by day we keep learning new ways to give a better service.

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What are guests have to say..., our guide was amazing.

“Our guide was amazing! He truly took care of everything for us and made the fun and efficient. The tour itself was great. Good way to see the city, learn and bit about its culture and the zip line course was awesome."

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Treated us like friends

"One if the best tours I have ever been on. Eric was the best. He took us to the Blow hole, and the flea market. He negotiated bargains with Spanish speaking sellers, for great deals. THEN... He took us to an authentic place for lunch! Perfect day! Treated us like friends while allowing us to learn about the Ensenada culture. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this tour."

I would recommend him 100%

"We had so much fun. Taking my husband out of his comfort zone was all worth it. The view was amazing. La Bufadora and Lidia’s was exceptional to say the least. Our tour guide Gerson, did more than enough. I would recommend him 100%."

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The town of Ensenada is located just south of the San Diego border in Baja Mexico also referred to as the Mexican Riviera cruise itinerary. This tranquil countryside resort town is very popular with year-round cruise ship arrivals and tourists traveling down from California for vacation stays and stopping at Ensenada Cruise Port. Ensenada is not a typical tourist destination and still has a low-key feel to it. Well known for its nature and eco-excursions, vineyard, and winery shore excursions along with the famous Baja 1,000 desert off-road race.

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• ATV Hot Springs ($144.99)
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• Roundtrip ATV ride to the Hot Springs from your Ensenada cruise ship terminal area!
• English-speaking certified ATV guides!
• All necessary ATV gear is included!
• Automatic transmission ATVs!
• Ages 16 years and up can drive the ATV alone!
• Instructions and supervision throughout the excursion!
• Great off-the-road adventure for the whole family!
• Fun ATV ride to the hot springs on roadways and off-road mountain trails!

• Round trip from your Ensenada cruise ship terminal area!
• English-speaking certified ATV and zipline shore excursion guides!
• All necessary ATV and zipline gear included!
• Ages 16 years and up can drive ATVs alone!
• Lockers are available at the zipline base camp!
• Enjoy 5 Zip Lines and 5 Bridges at Las Canadas!

• Round trip ATV ride in the hills from your Ensenada cruise ship terminal area!
• Ages 16 years and up can drive ATVs alone!
• Air-conditioned round-trip drive to La Bufadora Blowhole!

• Meeting point close to your Ensenada cruise ship pier terminal!
• Air-conditioned, fully licensed, and insured transportation at extra cost!
• English-speaking certified guide!
• The snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, a hood, gloves, and booties
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• Best highlights and sightseeing of Ensenada including Main Street Shopping Center, Playa Hermosa, Cathedral, Fish Market, and more!

• English-speaking shore excursion guides!
• Air-conditioned, fully licensed, and insured transportation!
• All necessary kayaking gear is included!
• Bottled water included!
• Guided sit-on-top Ensenada shoreline ocean kayaking - single or double riding!

• English-speaking and PADI or NAUI-certified SCUBA diving excursion staff and diving instructors!
• Personalized service!
• All dive gear including a wetsuit!
• For certified SCUBA divers only!
• One tank dive!

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8 Best Ensenada Tours from the Cruise Port (Or Nearby)

Are you planning to go on a cruise with a stop in Ensenada? Do you want to see the best of this cute little town without the overcrowded and overpriced tours your cruise offers? I can help you out with the best Ensenada tours from the cruise port!

My husband Cecilio and I recently went on our first cruise to Ensenada. Most of the tours that the cruise offered were pricey with bad reviews from passengers.

Rather than booking through the cruise, I booked a private tour with a local tour company, heading to La Bufadora . We did what we wanted and didn’t wait around for 50 other fellow cruise passengers.

This list features the best Ensenada tours from the cruise port (or nearby) so that you can experience the town in a more intimate setting.

From nature-filled activities to food and tequila tastings, you’ll experience Ensenada authentically with local guides!

Disclaimer:  This post uses affiliate links, which means I make a commission if you book through this post. If you do decide to book using my links, thank you so much for your support!

Top 3 Picks: Ensenada Tours from the Cruise Port

1. private horseback and la bufadora shore excursion, 2. ford model t tour, 3. tacos, brews and views, 4. las cañadas canopy tour + bufadora private transport and ticket, 5. la bufadora geyser tour, 6. ensenada: wine tasting tour in valle de guadalupe, 7. mezcal, tequila & bajamed foodie tasting tour, 8. shore excursion couples massage, wrapping up the best ensenada tours from the cruise port, love what you read share the love and pin away.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Private Horseback and La Bufadora Shore Excursion

✅ 4-5 hours ✅ Horseback riding on the beach ✅ Shopping + sightseeing

Ford Model T Tour

✅ 1-2 hours ✅ Private driver to Ensenada’s top attractions ✅ Roundtrip transportation from the cruise port

Tacos, Brews and Views Tour

✅ 3-4 hours ✅ Food and drinks over gorgeous views of Ensenada ✅ Roundtrip transportation near the cruise port

🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 4-5 hours | 🐎 Check rates and availability

Pick-up location: Museo Caracol, Bahia Ensenada, 22880 Ensenada, B.C., Mexico (located right outside the port)

Picture yourself blissfully riding on a horse with the sound of the waves crashing on a sunny day.

That’s exactly what you will be doing on the Private Horseback and La Bufadora Shore Excursion . Your guide will drive you to a secluded beach away from the noisy, crowded areas. It’s just you, your group, and the horses against a serene backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.

After all, you’re always bumping into hordes of crowds on your cruise!

The horses you will ride on are well-trained, and your guide will ride a horse in front of you for your safety.

After riding the horses for about 60 minutes, your guide will take you to La Bufadora, one of the largest blowholes/marine geysers in the world. Near La Bufadora, there is a street full of shops and eateries. Since the vendors are pushing you to buy merchandise, your guide will help you with haggling (that’s if you want to buy anything).

Since this tour is about 4-5 hours long, you have a few hours to kill. You can either have your guide drop you off at Downtown Ensenada to walk around or back to the port.

Very nice excursion! The host was easy to communicate and the driver was on time to pick up and drop off us to the cruise terminal. He was also very nice and explain many things about Ensenada The horse riding experience was great and we enjoyed very much. Highly recommended! Changcheng_Z (Read more reviews)

🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 1-2 hours | 🚗 Check rates and availability

Pick-up location: At the port

Getting around Ensenada can’t get any more unique than riding in a 1903 replica Ford Model T for your tour!

You’ll be able to stop by more attractions than you would with a cruise tour or DIY-ing your itinerary. After all, the car is tiny and can park in any small corner 😉

Because there’s limited seating, this is a private tour, which is perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small groups. Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Since the car is open-air, you will be able to feel the nice, cool breeze as you’re driving through the streets of Ensenada and passing by the sapphire-blue beaches.

Although the tour states that it’s roughly 1-2 hours long, reviewers who booked this tour said that it was very flexible and that the guide could adapt the itinerary according to your needs.

Some have said that they were able to extend the tour by adding a few stops or going horseback riding. Your wish is their command!

Your guide will take you to the Tequila Museum and a winery. The tequila tasting isn’t included in the tour, but is offered at a discount. Wine tasting and bottles aren’t included in the winery either.

If you don’t drink, your guide will drive you to alternative attractions and more food stops; you can never have enough sizzling street tacos!

Our driver was very knowledgeable and took us to interesting spots. We got to sample margaritas, wine, and local street tacos. We did not feel rushed and he was able to drop us off where we wanted to. It was a good way to sample the city as we were traveling with a child. Would recommend! Jenny_H (Read more reviews)

🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 4-5 hours | 🌮 Check rates and availability

Pick-up location: Ensenada Excursions and Tours, Lázaro Cárdenas s/n, Zona Centro, 22800 Ensenada, B.C., Mexico (or you can get picked up at the port)

Foodies and/or beer enthusiasts will go nuts over the Tacos, Brews and Views tour!

Your guide will pick you up from the port and take you to 2 award-winning eateries, including La Guerrerense Carreta , voted the “Best Street Food Cart” in the world. Famous chefs like Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern were patrons.

Right across the street La Guerrerense Carreta is Sabina Restaurant , the sister restaurant. Cecilio and I had lunch there, and I had 3 of the most mouth-watering tacos I’ve eaten in my life (aside from the street tacos in Playa del Carmen during our honeymoon) along with a refreshing berry margarita. Cecilio ordered Anthony Bourdain’s signature dish, which was a seafood platter made with sea snails, scallops, lime, onions, and house sauce.

If you’re not yet full from everything you eat during this tour, I recommend a stop at Sabina Restaurant for lunch right before you return to the cruise!

After your stop at La Guerrerense Carreta, you’ll head to Tacos Fenix , known as the birthplace of the shrimp and fried fish tacos popular all over Baja California and San Diego.

After you get your fill of tacos, your guide will drive you to 4 breweries near the port, where you can enjoy sips of craft beer with stunning views of the ocean.

While the food and drink aren’t included in the tour, they are much more affordable than if you were to order the same thing in the USA (your dollar goes far in Mexico, after all). And you’re already saving a lot of money by not booking a tour through your cruise.

Just make sure you skip breakfast on the cruise; you need to come hungry for the freshest seafood and tacos in Mexico!

I can go on & on about this tour!!! We LOVED the ceviche!! We LOVED the tacos!! The tequila tour & beer spots were AWESOME & we had the BEST tour guy ever, Noe!!! Definitely a must do if you’re in Ensenada!! Dorian_H (Read more reviews)

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🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: All day (and flexible) | ⛰️ Check rates and availability

If you want to try it all—nature, thrill-seeking activities, food, and shopping—then this tour is for you.

This private tour is perfect for families and couples. You will start off with a trip to La Bufadora to see how high the water can spout (up to 100 feet!). It’s also a great place to go shopping for souvenirs or try some of the margarita and pina colada samples from the vendors.

This tour includes a ticket to Las Cañadas Campamento , Ensenada’s very own adventure park. This makes it convenient since you can skip the line, and since you are on a cruise, you don’t have time to waste.

You will get to go on an exciting canopy tour, consisting of 5 zip lines of various lengths and 5 suspension bridges to walk through. Much more fun than the ziplines and ropes courses that Royal Caribbean and Carnival offer!

And of course, your tour will end with some delicious tacos. Can’t leave Ensenada without those!

Everything about our excursion was excellent. Oscar, our driver, was so friendly and kind. The canopy zip line tour was awesome, my whole family had a blast! I would definitely do this again. A Tripadvisor reviewer (Read more reviews)

🌟 RATING: 4.7/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 4 hours | 🌊 Check rates and availability

Pick-up location: Riviera del Pacifico, Boulevard Lazaro Cardenas 1421, Ensenada, Ensenada Municipality 22880, B.C., Mexico

The La Bufadora Geyser Tour is the one that Cecilio and I went on during our Ensenada stop on our cruise. We met with Eugenia at Riviera del Pacifico, which is just down the street from the port.

It’s a private tour where you’re taken to La Bufadora. Your guide (Eugenia in our case) will give you in-depth knowledge about Ensenada as a city and its historical roots.

Once you head to La Bufadora, your guide will introduce you to some of the local artisans selling hand-crafted sculptures and paintings at the market. If you are going to go shopping, I suggest you support these artisans instead of the vendors selling fake Gucci purses and cheap trinkets.

After you walk by the shops, you’ll see where La Bufadora spouts water. Your guide will give you free time for about an hour until you meet up at the parking lot, where they drive you back to Riviera del Pacifico, where you can try a margarita from Bar Andaluz , the birthplace of beloved Mexican cocktail.

This trip with Eugenia and Luigi was wonderful. They were so pleasant, welcoming and knowledgeable. We loved hearing their stories and their accounts of the local history. Eugenia was so pleasant to introduce to local artists and her friends along the way. We found this special. Luigi gave a great account along the way and took such amazing pictures of us along the way. We found the tour with both of them lovely and will cherish the memories!! Katie (Read more reviews)

🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 4 hours | 🍷 Check rates and availability

Pick-up location: Ventana al Mar Prol. Castillo, Zona Centro, 22800 Ensenada, B.C., Mexico (right outside the port near the Mexico flagpole)

If your idea of a perfect day consists of frolicking through the grape-filled vineyards and comparing each sip of wine that passes through your lips, you’re in for a treat with this tour !

Valle de Guadalupe is the Napa or Tuscany of Mexico making its way into the wine world. And you will get to be a part of it by trying some of the finest sips. Most of the wine in Mexico is produced there.

This tour guides you through Valle de Guadalupe’s rich history, with roots from the Kumeyaay tribe. You’ll get a chance to visit a museum before you hit the wineries.

Unlike most of the wine tours in Valle de Guadalupe, this tour includes a tasting consisting of 5 varieties: 1 white, 1 rosé, and 3 reds. If you want to do a 2nd or 3rd tasting, you’ll have to pay for it.

You can also go ziplining, ATV riding, hiking, or wandering through a lavender field in this tour if you choose for an extra fee. This isn’t your typical wine tour!

🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 3 hours | 🍸 Check rates and availability

Wine or beer not your thing? Maybe you’re more of a liquor gal (or guy). In that case, you ought to go on the Mezcal, Tequila, BajaMed foodie Tasting Tour !

This tour includes three samples of mezcal and three samples of tequila for you to sample, alongside fresh ceviche to go along with the drinks. Your guide, who has in-depth knowledge of Mexico’s 2 most popular liquors, will talk about how they were made. They will also teach you how to distinguish the two.

Since the tour is only 3 hours, you have extra free time before going back to your cruise. I suggest having some tacos at Sabina Restaurant in Downtown Ensenada or trying to OG margarita at Bar Andaluz.

This tour is wheelchair accessible, from the transportation to the surfaces you walk on.

The host was very knowledgeable, interesting, and friendly. The tequilas and mezcals, and ceviche were high quality. Glad we did this excursion. 👍🏻 Brian_E (Read more reviews)

🌟 RATING: 5/5 | ⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 2+ hours | 💆🏻‍♀️ Check rates and availability

Although all cruises offer massages in their spa, they come at a hefty price. I’m talking, $400 for a 60-minute couples massage. Ouch!

If you still want to pamper yourself without the hefty price tag, consider going on the Shore Excursion Couples Massage . It’s a lot less expensive, and you can choose to do just the massage or add another tour on top, like horseback riding, ziplining, visiting La Bufadora, or wine tasting.

Yes, all with the same tour operator, Ensenada Massage ! They are your one-stop shop as one of the best Ensenada tours from the cruise port. It’s the perfect way to end your

Though it says it’s a couples massage, you could bring your mom or your friend if they are on the cruise with you.

You can customize your massage however way you want with hot stones and CBD oil. You can even add on a facial! All these extra services come at an extra cost.

You can also choose the type of massage you want, such as Swedish, Lomi Lomi, or deep tissue.

The team at Ensenada Massage will pick you up at the port and make sure you come back to your cruise on time.

Whether you’re looking to spend a leisurely day or want to experience the fun activities that will give your body some TLC after, you need to add this massage as a part of your itinerary in Ensenada.

The massage was amazing… safe, clean, professional. Then Oscar, our driver was amazing and took us on our tasting tours. Rachel_W (Read more reviews)

You don’t need to book an excursion through your cruise to have a fun time in Ensenada. Not only are these tours mentioned above more affordable, your guides will meet you at the port or nearby. They will also make sure that you are back in time before the ship sails.

That is also why I made sure that the tours are 6 hours or less, so you are not rushing to board back to the ship. You’ll also be able to explore Ensenada on your own for a bit!

If you want to explore the best of Ensenada in a short time, I highly recommend the Ford Model T Tour . Your guide will drive you to some of the coolest stops, but if you want to stop to do some activities (like horseback riding), they will be happy to wait for you.

If you have your sights set on La Bufadora, the 2nd largest blowhole in the world, book the La Bufadora Geyser Tour or add a tour along with the Shore Excursion Couples Massage .

But no matter what you choose, your tour guides will go above and beyond to make sure you have a fantastic time in Ensenada, filled with joyous memories (and delicious food!).

Not sure which cruise to go on for your next vacation? Check out my honest review of Carnival Radiance !

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Hit the Beach

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Ensenada is home to many incredible beaches, both within and slightly outside the city. Choose public beaches such as San Miguel or El Punto to enjoy a beer or margarita with plenty of friendly locals, or pay a small fee to enter private resort beaches, where you can rent comfy beach chairs or swim in pristine pools.

Hike Up to Wine Down

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Hike the six-mile Canon de Doña Petra trail that takes you through rugged desert or into El Salto Canyon, where you can reward yourself with a dip in a waterfall — or later, with a glass of wine. Ensenada is in the heart of Baja California's wine region, which you can experience with tasting and pairing sessions at wineries such as Bodega de Santo Tomás.

Enjoy Magical Marine Ecotourism

You might've just gotten off a ship, but the sea is a sizable source of enchantment in Ensenada. Book a whale watching trip to ride out into the Pacific, where whales migrate down the coast to Baja California during certain months of the year. Or, for a less season-dependent ocean tourism experience, watch La Bufadora blowhole shoot water high into the sky.

Local Cuisine

If you love fish tacos, Ensenada (the dish's birthplace) is the place for you to be — try the spate of stalls near the pier where your cruise ship arrives. You can also enjoy food from all around Mexico, from more traditional varieties of tacos and burritos, to tangy ceviche made with locally caught fish.

Shops near Ensenada's port will sell traditional souvenirs like postcards and key chains. For a more unique experience, head to Avenida Lopez Mateos, which locals refer to as "Calle 1." The artist studios and shops that line this street spotlight locally made art, from Dia de los Muertos souvenirs to photographed and painted landscapes of local scenery.

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17 Best Things to Do in Ensenada on a Cruise [Port Guide]

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If you’re visiting Ensenada Mexico on a cruise, you’re in luck. Ensenada, known for its delectable cuisine, warm climate, and friendly locals, is a popular cruise stop for both Mexican Riviera cruises as well as Hawaiian cruise itineraries.

This coastal city is located about 80 miles from San Diego in the northern part of the Mexican state of Baja California. It is Baja California’s only deep water port.

In this post, I’ll share the best things to do in Ensenada on a cruise, including shore excursions and inexpensive or free activities. You’ll also learn everything you need to know about visiting the Ensenada cruise port for the day and get answers to commonly asked questions.

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Ensenada Cruise Port  

Cruise ships dock at the Naval Cruise Terminal in Ensenada’s industrial area. The pier is located near the Malecon boardwalk avenue, putting you within a quick walk to the heart of the city.

Cruisers docking in Ensenada have the benefit of a massive 300-foot flagpole with a Mexican flag to give you bearings for navigating the town. You can’t miss it!

After you get off the ship, look for the flagpole. Take a right at the flagpole and then a left at the second intersection you come to, and you’ll be downtown on Avenida Lopez Mateos.

What Cruise Passengers Need to Know About Ensenada Cruise Port

Ensenada is located in Mexico, where the currency is the Mexican peso.

However, because it is a tourist destination, many vendors and small businesses will accept the United States dollar in small bills and debit or credit cards. There may be international transaction charge fees associated with debit or credit cards.

If you use USD instead of pesos, you might pay more overall because vendors have to exchange your dollars.

The official language spoken in Ensenada, Mexico is Spanish. However, many locals also speak English (at least enough to communicate with tourists).

Baja California, Mexico (including Ensenada) is in the Pacific Time Zone. The Eastern Time Zone is 3 hours ahead of Pacific Time Zone.

Ensenada weather is almost always delightful! During the hottest months (July and August), the average high is 84-85 degrees F, with lows in the upper 60s.

The rest of the year, high temperatures in Ensenada range from 68-69 degrees F (December through March) and the low to mid-70s (April-June, October-November). Lows can be as cool as the 50s in the wintertime but are comfortably in the 60s in the summer.

Many Ensenada attractions including excellent souvenir shopping, food and museums are within comfortable walking distance of the cruise ship terminal.

Taxis and Uber will be your best bet for getting around beyond Ensenada downtown. If you want to head to farther away excursions like La Bufadora, wineries and Las Canadas adventure park you can easily grab a taxi or Uber.

Pro Tip: Taxis are supposed to be metered, but it is smart to negotiate your fare before you start your ride.

Best Ensenada Shore Excursions

There are many shore excursions available in Ensenada. From wildlife viewing, to nature and history excursions, to food and drink stops, you’ll wish you had more time at this cruise port.

Here are some of the best Ensenada shore excursions .

1. History Museum of Ensenada

If you want to learn about the town’s rich history from prehistoric times, during U.S. prohibition and to current days, this a great place to visit. The museum is housed in the old Rivera Del Pacifico building, which is an architectural monument in itself. 

Spend time touring the building, museum and the gardens and imagine the ghosts of yesteryear who came here when it was a casino. It was reportedly associated with Al Capone, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. 

2. Mexican Wine Tasting

The first vineyards in Ensenada were planted in 1703. The wine industry has continued to grow since then. The city of Valle De Guadalupe, a little over 12 miles from downtown, now boasts over 75 wineries. 

The best way to experience wine country is to take a full-day wine tour. Most excursions include a tour of several vineyards, snacks and a visit to the wine museum. You can learn about the evolution of Mexican wine country and taste the often riper and darker fruit flavor of Mexican wine. 

3. Whale Watching Tour

Between the months of December and April, gray whales migrate from the cold waters of Alaska to the warm waters of Baja California to give birth to their calves. This makes for excellent whale watching experience for visitors to Ensenada. 

Whale watching excursions depart from Mercado Negro and travel around Isla Todos Santos. Along the way you might see dolphins, sea lions and other whales including humpbacks, sperm whales, finbacks, pilot whales and occasionally orcas. 

4. Adventure at Las Canadas Campamento

If you’re up for an active excursion, you’ll find plenty of adventure about 30 minutes south of downtown Ensenada. Las Canadas Campamento is a popular destination with a zipline canopy tour with five ziplines, multiple suspension bridges, and other activities, including swimming, biking, paddleboats, horseback riding, and ATV rentals.

You’ll need to book an excursion with transportation or take a taxi to get to Las Canadas. The canopy tour is an outstanding choice.

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5. Pai Pai Ecotourism Park

This excursion offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to touch and feed wild animals like big cats. Pai Pai offers 40 activities built around ecological and sustainable tourism. The biggest attractions here are wild animal feeding and interactions, but you can also participate in zip lining, tequila tasting, off-road Rzr driving, and Go-Kart Racing.

There are several different packages for animal experiences, so be sure you purchase the correct ticket for the animal experience you want to have. You can book a package from Pai Pai that includes transportation from the cruise terminal, but be prepared that it takes 35-40 minutes to get here.

6. Try Famous Local Dishes at La Guerrerense

Ensenada is known as the birthplace of fish tacos, so you won’t want to miss the chance to sample the famous local fare. There are food stands throughout Ensenada, but this street food stand, in particular, has the Anthony Bourdain seal of approval.

Try the sea urchin tostada, ceviche, and fish tacos for an unforgettable Ensenada experience.

7. Drink It Up at Hussong’s Cantina 

Hang out with locals and drink at Hussong’s, the oldest cantina in Baja, California. Open since 1882, this busy cantina is an affordable Ensenada favorite.

The bar serves large bags of peanuts to patrons, resulting in a unique peanut shell floor. Enjoy their famous margarita, listen to a Mexican band, or watch your favorite sporting event on the cantina’s big screens.

8. See the Power of Nature at La Bufadora 

One unique natural wonder in Ensenada is the world’s largest underwater blowhole.  La Bufadora is located on the Punta Banda Peninsula and spits water 100 feet in the air. 

There are excursions that include kayaking to La Bufadora or you can take a 45 minute bus or taxi ride from the cruise port. Be aware that you will have to pay to park or use the bathrooms here, but on the plus side there is a flea market onsite with food and souvenirs. 

9. Relax or Learn to Surf on Playa Hermosa

If the beach is on your priority list, one of the closest options to port is Malecon de Playa Hermosa. A short 9 minute taxi ride away, you’ll have a great time here snorkeling, learning how to surf, or just relaxing in the sun.

Food vendors walk the beach here and there are public bathrooms available as well as chairs and umbrellas for rent.

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10. Sample Superfood at Maya Cacao

If you love chocolate, come learn about the superfood for the ancient Mayans at the “Bean to Belly” workshop. For $35 for adults and $17.50 for children under 12 years, during this delicious excursion you can learn the history and origins of chocolate from cacao trees to beans to tasty treat. You’ll also get to make your own healthy dark chocolate drink. 

11. Horseback riding at Rancho Los Bandidos 

Experience a taste of what it is like to be a Mexican cowboy at Rancho Los Bandidos. This excursion has amazing reviews and is located a short 20 minute ride from the cruise port.

Your 1.5 hour long horseback ride will give you lovely views of the ocean and the rugged beauty of Baja, California. The guides are kind and informative, the horses are well cared for and helmets are included. Plus, this shorter excursion means you’ll have time to shop or sightsee before or after your horseback ride. 

12. Fish Tacos at Mercado de Mariscos/Mercado Negro 

Cruisers will not want to miss Ensenada’s fresh and tasty seafood at budget prices. Mercado de Mariscos (also called Ensenada Mercado Negro) is located next door to the large seafood market on the waterfront.

The market has multiple restaurants and street vendors serving up delicious mariscos including shrimp and fish tacos, ceviche, tostadas, whole fried fish and shrimp or mixed seafood cocktails. 

One fun element of this street market are the variety of tasty sauces, salsas and condiments on each table. If you love seafood you should definitely add this location to your Ensenada plan. 

Mercado Negro is about a 20 minute walk through downtown. If you are in a hurry grab a taxi or Uber, which will get you there in about 8 minutes. 

13. Golf by the ocean in Bajamar

Golfers will love the chance to play 9 or 18 holes at this gorgeous oceanside golf course dubbed “The Pebble Beach of Mexico.” Just a 40-minute taxi or Uber ride north of the cruise port, Bajamar is an inspiring place to spend a port day and get in a round of golf. 

14. Caracol Museum

Science lovers will enjoy visiting this unique natural history museum in the shape of a ship located at the harbor. The Caracol features exhibitions on earth, sea and art. Most of the exhibits are in Spanish but tour guides are great at offering English explanations and hands-on learning opportunities. Entrance fees to Caracol are inexpensive (less than $5 per person, around 60 pesos). 

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15. El Parque de la Bandera

As we mentioned earlier in this post, you can’t miss the giant Mexican Flag in Ensenada. The “Banderas Monumentales Project” flag pole is over 300 feet tall and the flag measures 50 meters (164 feet)  long by 28 meters (92 feet) wide.

The park surrounding the flag is a wonderful place to visit. It hosts a playground, a band shell with live music events and a giant fountain. After 8 p.m. the fountain dances to music (think a smaller version of the Bellagio show in Las Vegas). 

16. Downtown Ensenada

Enjoying the streets of downtown Ensenada is a great way to spend time in this port. You can enjoy the atmosphere and spend as many (or few!) pesos as you’d like. 

First Street Market: One block inland from the huge Mexican flag you’ll find First Street, a main shopping street in Ensenada. An outdoor market with street vendors selling Mexican cuisine and colorful souvenirs, the First Street Market is open every day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

17. Plaza Civica Cultural Center

In Hispanic cultures, city plazas or town squares are a culturally significant place to gather. In the central area of Ensenada, the Plaza Civica Cultural Center has gorgeous ocean vistas and is a lovely place to people watch. 

A guided trip is a great option, where you can learn more about Mexico’s history as well as more information about three important figures honored in the plaza with golden busts: Benito Juarez, Miguel Hidalgo, and Venustiano Carranza. 

Ensenada Cruise Port Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of year to visit ensenada .

Weather wise the best time of year to visit Ensenada is Late May to mid-October. This will give you the most pleasant temperatures for outdoor excursions. 

How far is downtown Ensenada from the cruise port? 

The main downtown area of Ensenada is an easy 15 minute walk from the cruise port. There are many taxis near the port area if you want to catch a ride and save your legs for walking downtown. 

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Final Thoughts On Things to do in Ensenada Cruise Port

Ensenada is one of the best places to get a glimpse of the beautiful Mexican culture as well as eat tasty seafood tacos, drink refreshing margaritas and experience exciting excursions.

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See a remarkable number of historical attractions at a whirlwind pace and enjoy snacks and drinks in between, an experience that will present an authentic picture of Ensenada. You will pause to snap photos at landmarks that include the colorful Ensenada sign, the Tara statue that represents Mother Earth, the dramatic Fisherman’s Monument and Bodegas de Santo Tomás, the oldest winery in Baja California. And that is just for starters. A brief but enlightening stop at the Regional History Museum will set the stage for another historical immersion at Ensenada’s cultural center, which is housed in the former Hotel Riviera del Pacifico. You will be served an icy margarita, an iconic Mexican beverage that is said to have been invented in the hotel’s Bar Andaluz. You will also enjoy a beer at Hussong’s Cantina – a fixture since 1892 – and a ceviche tostada and a flavored water at yet another iconic spot.

• Visit a surprising number of iconic destinations in just a short period of time. • Pause for photos at landmarks ranging from the Ensenada sign to Baja’s oldest winery. • Enjoy a margarita at Bar Andaluz, where this quintessential Mexican cocktail was invented. • Drink a beer at famed Hussong’s Cantina and snack on a ceviche tostada.

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