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Ixtapa Island (Isla Ixtapa), Ixtapa
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 11 attractions in Ixtapa

Since its development in 1970, this island has become a man-made paradise and wildlife reserve.

Attraction type: Island
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Playa Blanca, Zihuatanejo
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 11 attractions in Zihuatanejo

Playa Blanca is actually a stretch of contiguous beach that is about 14 miles long.  To the north, it is Playa Larga which has its own charm. Playa Larga is more inhabited with "Beach Club...

Attraction type: Museum; Beach
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Malecon, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

Main square featuring street vendors, restaurants and a gazebo.

Attraction type: Street
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Museo Arqueologico de la Costa Grande, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Museum featuring information about all 54 archeological sites surrounding Zihuatanejo.

Attraction type: Natural history museum; Museum
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Paseo de Pescador, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

Seaside promenade featuring outdoor eateries and beautiful cobblestone streets.

Attraction type: Wharf/pier/boardwalk
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Mercado Central, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

This giant flea market offers everything from clothing and handmade jewelry to fruits and veggies.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Shop
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El Rey de Reyes (King of Kings), Zihuatanejo
Attraction type: Statue
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