Mexicali is only a few feet away from the U. Travel to this picturesque desert town in Baja California for a unique taste of the border.
The capital of Baja California may look like any small U. A closer look will reveal a vibrant city, with art, craft beer and food scenes worth checking out. If you only have a couple of days to experience Mexicali, take a look at this crash course for tips on what to do and where to go. Teatro del Estado hosts theatrical and musical presentations all year round.
Casa de la Cultura is a lovely downtown building that works as the cultural headquarters of the city, with a constant stream of concerts, exhibitions and conferences. Finally, the Instituto de Investigaciones Culturales - Museo UABC is a modern space, known for showing cutting edge, contemporary art, mostly the work of local students and young Mexican artists from around the country.
There are over a hundred chinese food restaurants in La Chinesca, the largest chinatown in all of Mexico. The cuisine is authentic and the place is lively. The other gastronomic staple of Mexicali is craft beer. The area is home to several of the most prestigious breweries nationwide. The views at Laguna Salada seem like alien landscapes, with its white sand and rocks surrounding the humongous lagoon.
This should be enough for a quick trip south of the border. Now you know what to do in Mexicali, but you still need a place to stay. Share Tweet Email Print.
