El Quelite
A 'Pueblo Mágico' (Magic Town) about 40 km north of Mazatlán, known for its cobblestone streets, cockfighting culture and rustic Sinaloan home cooking.
El Quelite is one of the best-preserved rural villages in Sinaloa. Its colorful houses, flowers, trees and cobblestone streets are peaceful and charming. The village has a century-old small church and a cockfighting ring. Its best-known feature is the country-style food served in local restaurants, such as grilled meat, handmade corn tortillas and cheese desserts, and many visitors come specifically for lunch. You can drive there or join a day trip, often combined with horseback riding and a tequila distillery tour.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Playa Cerritos
- Zona Dorada
- Isla de Venados
- Gran Acuario Mazatlán
- Malecón de Mazatlán
- Monumento al Pescador
- El Clavadista
- Mercado Pino Suárez