Fifteen minutes north of Cerritos, the desert opens onto Todos Santos, one of Mexico’s officially designated Pueblos Magicos – a former sugar-mill town turned haven for artists, chefs, and anyone craving a slower version of Baja than the marina delivers.
For travelers staying at a Los Cabos vacation rental, Todos Santos is one of the easiest full-day escapes on the peninsula, and one of the most rewarding for anyone interested in Baja’s art and culinary scene.
How to Spend the Day
Start With the Galleries
Todos Santos’ compact historic center holds more art galleries per block than almost anywhere in Baja, many housed in restored colonial buildings worth visiting for the architecture alone. Most galleries open by mid-morning and are within easy walking distance of each other.
Walk the Mission
The 18th-century Mision Santa Rosa de las Palmas anchors the town’s plaza and its centuries of history, a quiet counterpoint to the coast just minutes away. The plaza surrounding it is a good spot to pause between gallery stops.
Save Room for Lunch
Local kitchens here favor fresh, farm-driven menus over tourist fare, and long lunches on shaded patios are practically the town’s unofficial pastime. Reservations are rarely necessary outside of peak holiday weekends.
Browse Before the Heat Sets In
Boutiques selling Mexican textiles, ceramics, and design goods line the main streets, best explored in the cooler morning hours. Many shops close for a midday break, so morning or early evening browsing works best.
Time Your Drive Back for Sunset
The road back toward Cerritos and Cabo San Lucas runs close enough to the coast that the return drive often becomes the best part of the day. Leaving Todos Santos about an hour before sunset times the drive perfectly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Todos Santos from Cabo San Lucas?
Todos Santos sits roughly 45 minutes to an hour from Cabo San Lucas by car, and about 15 minutes north of Cerritos Beach.
Is Todos Santos worth a day trip from a Los Cabos vacation rental?
Yes. Its walkable historic center, art galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants make it one of the most rewarding day trips available from anywhere in Los Cabos.
What is Todos Santos known for?
Todos Santos is one of Mexico’s official Pueblos Magicos, known for its art galleries, colonial architecture, and reputation as a creative haven within Baja California Sur.
Make It a Weekend, Not Just a Day
Staying in a Ronival Vacations villa near Cerritos puts Todos Santos within easy reach, so a day trip can easily stretch into an unhurried weekend.
Explore our Los Cabos vacation rentals to find a base close enough to Todos Santos for a relaxed, unrushed visit.
