Todos Santos from Cabo
Todos Santos is a town in the municipality of La Paz. It is not a district of Cabo San Lucas, even though many visitors reach it as a day trip from there. The distance between the two is 76.4 km. The town joined Mexico's Pueblos Mágicos program in 2006, and its history goes back to the Mission Santa Rosa de Todos Santos, founded in 1733.
You can go with a guide or by car. If you prefer a ready plan, compare the current Cabo excursions and check whether a Todos Santos trip is listed. The day is about the town and the Pacific coast, not about the arch and the boats at the marina.
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Todos Santos and day trips from Cabo
Day trips from Cabo San Lucas, including Todos Santos, with live prices and availability.
What to do in Todos Santos
A town day with a beach option.
Walk the town
Todos Santos works on foot. Plan time for the streets, a long lunch and the town's mission history, which dates to 1733, rather than a checklist.
Go to the Pacific side
Los Cerritos, near El Pescadero and close to Todos Santos, is a surf beach on the Pacific. The surf season runs from April to November. A surf beach is not automatically a swimming beach, so read the next section before you go in.
Check the day before you go
Opening times differ, so check what is open on your day, including shops, museums and churches. Bring sun protection and water, because the day mixes a long drive with time on foot.
Add it to a Cabo stay
Todos Santos fits a free day between boat trips. Pair it with the sea trips on the boat tours page or with the reef day on the Cabo Pulmo page, but do not squeeze both into one day.
Surf, swimming and the Pacific coast
Know the water before you enter it.
Strong surf, rip currents and undertow are a warning on some beaches on the Pacific side, so do not treat a beach town there like a calm bay. Surf lessons or a board do not mean the water is safe for every swimmer. Follow the local flags and the lifeguard instructions where there are any. A black flag means the beach is closed and the sea is off limits, and a red flag means do not go into the sea.
Do not count on a lifeguard on every beach, and do not assume the waves suit every level. If you are unsure, stay on the sand and watch. For calmer beaches near Cabo San Lucas, see the beaches guide.
Getting there and what to check
Plan the day around the distance.
| Option | Good to know | Check before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Guided day trip | Transport and the plan for the day depend on the offer | Pickup time, return time and what the price covers |
| Rental car | You set your own pace and can add a beach stop | Insurance, parking and your own driving time |
| Local bus | Timetable and fare differ by service | The current timetable and fare first |
For most visitors, a guided day trip is the simplest way to see the town, while a rental car suits travelers who want to add a beach stop. There is no exact drive time that holds on every day, so ask your provider for the pickup and return times.
If you drive, take extra care at badly marked speed bumps (topes), leave no valuables in the car and carry enough liability insurance. The emergency number is 911. Car rental and parking at the airport are covered in the airport guide.
Plan the rest of your trip
More from the south of the peninsula.
Todos Santos: frequently asked questions
How far is Todos Santos from Cabo San Lucas?
The distance is 76.4 km. There is no exact drive time that holds on every day, so ask your tour provider for the pickup and return times or plan extra time if you drive.
Is Todos Santos part of Cabo San Lucas?
No. Todos Santos is a separate town in the municipality of La Paz. Cabo San Lucas belongs to Los Cabos.
What is a Pueblo Mágico?
It is a title in Mexico's Pueblos Mágicos tourism program. Todos Santos joined the program in 2006.
Can I surf at Los Cerritos?
Los Cerritos is a surf beach on the Pacific near El Pescadero, and the surf season runs from April to November. That does not make it safe for every swimmer or every skill level, so check the local flags and lifeguard instructions.
Can I go to Todos Santos by bus?
Check the current timetable and fare before you plan on it. A guided day trip or a rental car are the two options with clear arrangements.