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San José del Cabo’s gorgeous Caribbean setting coupled with a traditional Mexican vibe is just 20 miles away from its sister touristy town of Cabo San Lucas in the Baja peninsula. This historic town is known for its thriving arts district. The famous Art Walk San Jose is held every week to promote traditional artwork and sculptures of local artisans and renowned artists. Patricia Mendoza, the Pottery gallery by Mata Ortiz and the Casa Dallia gallery are some of the highlights of the Art District. History buffs will surely love exploring the charming architecture at the Mission of San José del Cabo in the traditional town square. Family activities here are plentiful too, with whale watching tours off the coast, snorkeling at Playa del Amore Mexico and bird watching at the Estero San José.

Key facts

Accommodations in San José range from private oceanfront villas to all-inclusive, five-star resorts nestled along the sandy beaches. South Downtown in San José offers beachfront resorts and an excellent selection of fine dining establishments. Travelers can hire a taxi or utilize the bus system. The Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is the main regional airport, located just outside the city border. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the airport from many resorts in the city.

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Bisbee's Black and Blue, a famous fishing event, is held here in October. However, heavy rainfall and the occasional hurricane are common from July through October.