Los Mochis Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Museo Regional del Valle del Fuerte

Museo Regional del Valle del Fuerte, Los Mochis

 jmbredeck Says:  A small museum with photos and exhibits on the history of Sinaloa, pre-conquest, colonial and beyond. Also some interesting information on the two Americans who left large marks on the history of Los Mochis - one, a rubber baron; and the other a planned utopian community in... 

Parque Sinaloa ó Jardín Botánico Sinaloa

Parque Sinaloa ó Jardín Botánico Sinaloa, Los Mochis

 jmbredeck Says:  Visit a chapter from Mexico's history when Porfirio Diaz encouraged foreign investment, and industrial barons like Benjamin Franklin Johnston accepted his invitation, came to Los Mochis and built a rubber empire (seriously.) Johnston also left behind an enormous garden, now... 

Memorial Hill

Memorial Hill, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  Theres a legend interesant about this hill, ask for it, besides it has in the top a sculpture dedicated to the virgin, who cares all the city. 

Regional Museum

Regional Museum, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  It has elements about the history of this town, it's closed on tuesdays. 

Church- Sagrado corazón

Church- Sagrado corazón, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  This is an important church in this city located in front of the plazuela, in the interior covered by wood. 

Plazuela

Plazuela, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  This plaza is located in fron of one of the mosty importan churches in the city, its a quiet place to bring your kids and have a walk. 

Parque Sinaloa

Parque Sinaloa, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  Big park with a lot of botanical species, the founder traveled arround the world collecting different species and then planted in this park. 

Casa del centenario

Casa del centenario, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  This House shows the history of the city that has now 100 years, interesting if you want know more about the origins and mochis nowadays.It also will have multiple expositions in arts os special events. 

Hotels  

Hotel Plaza Inn

 1 Review and 13 Opinions  In February 2008, on our way to Copper Canyon we stayed at the Plaza Hotel for two nights (one night... 

Restaurants  

El Taquito: Not too bad

El Taquito: Not too bad, Los Mochis

 jmbredeck Says:  Sort of like a diner, nothing special, just affordable and a reasonable alternative to the fondas in the market. Coffee refills and great toast with their breakfasts. Breakfast - good size portions. 

RESTAURANTE PALACIO CHINO: Excellent Chinese food

RESTAURANTE PALACIO CHINO: Excellent Chinese food, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  Excellent service and food!!!! 

Nightlife  

Medievo: Great environment & music...

Medievo: Great environment & music..., Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  Is the best discotheque in the town Casual fit, No tennis shoes, No sport wear 

Transportation  

Baja Ferry

Baja Ferry, Los Mochis

 susanpingu Says:  Los Mochis is a transportation hub with ferry, train and bus connections (note: several bus stations at different locations in and just outside of town). If you are taking the Baja ferry to the mainland, you can either go directly to the port of Pichilingue (20 pesos and 20... 

Train Station

Train Station, Los Mochis

 AnnaLupilla Says:  Please come back later! 

Bus

Bus, Los Mochis

 AnnaLupilla Says:  Please come back later! 

The ferry

The ferry, Los Mochis

 ephobius Says:  You can cross the Cortéz Sea (or California Gulf) to or from the California Peninsula by ferry at Topolobampo. Cost goes from about 20 dollars per passenger, one way. It takes about 6 - 9 hours to cross the sea, depending on the liner, but you won't get bored as there are... 

About Taxis

About Taxis, Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  Be careful there are two kind of taxis, so try to take the green one's called ecotaxis, they are cheaper than the others. 

Off The Beaten Path  

See the ocean

See the ocean, Los Mochis

 jmbredeck Says:  Take a bus from Los Mochis (a block down from the Red Cross) to Topolobampo (port) and/or Malviri (beaches). Either of these options gives you a chance to see the water and get out of the not-so-charming downtown area of Los Mochis. 

Copper Canyon short-cut: El Fuerte

Copper Canyon short-cut: El Fuerte, Los Mochis

 jmbredeck Says:  If you are in Los Mochis waiting for the train to see the Copper Canyon, I suggest you take a bus (45 pesos, one-way, about 90 minutes) to the city/village of El Fuerte. This basically the first stop of the train and the section of the train ride between Los Mochis and El... 

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TRAIN FROM LOS MOCHIS TO CHIHUAHUA

TRAIN FROM LOS MOCHIS TO CHIHUAHUA, Los Mochis

 cbeaujean Says:  enjoy nature from the window of the train:barrage lake "presa miguel hidalgo"READ PAGE INTRO,to see all you have to know about the train travelDON'T FORGET to have a look on the travelogue... the scenery between los mochis and el divisadero.... 

Visit the Memorial Hill,...

Visit the Memorial Hill,..., Los Mochis

 fidoopy Says:  Visit the Memorial Hill, Maviri Beach (enjoy the sarandeado fish), Sushiko (japanese food), Ingenio Azucarero, parque Sinaloa, Museo regional del Valle del Fuerte, country club (9 holes golf court), Plazuela 27 de septiembre. I think the maviri beach and the memorial hill. 

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 on both sides of the canyon,run other gorges.rock falls have caused the development of pyramids and petrified castles with diferent colours according to the day... 

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Q:  Tufesa seems to run primero clase buses between East Los Angeles (or downtown Los Angeles) and Los Mochis. It seems in some ways a... 

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A: Hi, I had never heard of this service but it sounds like a great way to get to Los Mochis. Can you tell me what the price is for a round tripticket and any info for... 

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fidoopy's Los Mochis Page

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 A paceful city with very warmth people, you have a lot of places to visit near the city and of course into the city, you can take the chihuahua-pacifico train to chihuahua and enjoy one of the most...... 

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Los Mochis. I'd love to share with you the 7 tips I've written, the 4 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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"barranca del cobre" train los mochis- chihuahua

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 1you reach los mochis easily with daily regular flights from mexico and guadalajara 2.the train leaves los mochis station daily at 6 am 3.to enjoy the spectacle,sit down on the right side,facing the... 

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 This city grew mainly because of agriculture and the sugar cane fields. The local baseball team name reflects that: CaƱeros (sugar cane growers) de Mochis. Today it is a very active, diversified and... 

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 If your Baja ferry and the connecting bus bring you late to Los Mochis.........and the cabs are not helpful with budget accomodations............by all means sleep in the 24-hour canteen inside the...... 

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