Spring-fed pools, lagoons at the foot of the volcano and pine forests in the mountains. The places this guide brings together, with their location, services and hours.
Suggest17 places
Parks, gardens and promenades in Colima, Villa de Álvarez, Manzanillo, Comala, Tecomán, and Coquimatlán. Among them, the Griselda Álvarez Regional Park, the Nogueras Ecopark and the Jardín Libertad.
Tecomán
Crocodile park in the municipality of Tecomán, on the road to Laguna de Alcuzahue, where crocodiles of different sizes can be seen from a bridge and protected walkways. It has an open-air theater, a small museum, restrooms and parking. It is a stop near the lagoon for those exploring the Tecomán area.
Comala
Ecopark of the University of Colima next to the former Nogueras hacienda, a few minutes from Comala. It has trails among native trees, birdwatching and a botanical garden with the flora of the Colima valley. It offers guided visits and environmental workshops, such as recycling and composting, and pairs well with a visit to the Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo Museum.
Colima
Home of the Feria de Todos los Santos in Colima, the state's biggest fair: in 2026 it celebrates its 87th edition, from October 30 to November 16. It has several stages and zones, each with its own program: the Main Stage and the Palenque with the headliners, the Teatro del Pueblo, Plaza Bohemia, the Teatro del Caballo, the Lienzo Charro Camino Real, and the Zona Arbolada and Zona Picnic for dancing with DJs. There are also carnival rides, with the new El Blizzard, and on November 10 and 12 children enjoy free rides. Stage performances are free. In Colima Go you will find the full program, by day and by place.
Manzanillo
Iguana sanctuary in the middle of Manzanillo, created by the Archundia family to rescue and protect these reptiles. Hundreds of iguanas roam free among trees and ponds and can be seen up close; staff run supervised feedings. It is a short, different visit to meet local wildlife without leaving the city.
Manzanillo
Main square of Manzanillo's historic center, facing the bay. It has fountains, a bandstand, benches and trees, and next to it stands the Sailfish monument, the symbol of the city as the Sailfish Capital of the World. It is a good starting point to walk the seafront promenade, the arcades and the port atmosphere of downtown Manzanillo.
Comala
Sculpture garden at the entrance to Comala, next to the La Parotera area. It opened with the piece 'Pájaro sobre ola', donated by artist Juan Soriano, and gathers about 20 outdoor sculptures by Mexican and foreign artists. Under its huge parota trees it is a pleasant spot to stroll, read or rest.
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Tree-filled garden behind Colima's Cathedral, with mango trees, tabachines and palms and a central fountain. Stalls around it sell handicrafts, snacks and local drinks such as bate. It is named after Colima-born educator Gregorio Torres Quintero and is a nice place to rest after exploring the historic center.
Colima
Quiet square in Colima's historic center, a couple of blocks from Jardín Libertad and dedicated to Miguel Hidalgo. It is known for its equatorial sundial, designed by architect Julio Mendoza, with explanations in several languages. Next to it are the Sagrario of San Felipe de Jesús, the Del Carmen Chapel and the Alfonso Michel University Art Gallery.
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Main square and heart of Colima's historic center. Its central bandstand, which Wikipedia says was brought from Belgium in 1891, is surrounded by palms, trees, flower beds and a fountain. Around it are the Cathedral Basilica, the Government Palace, the Regional History Museum and arcades with cafés and restaurants. Live music is often played on weekends.
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Public garden in Colima's historic center, a few blocks from Jardín Libertad. It is a compact, quiet space with palm trees, shade trees, benches, walkways and a fountain, ideal for sitting a while and watching everyday city life. It is on Francisco I. Madero street.
Comala
Main square of the Pueblo Mágico of Comala, with a bandstand forged in Germany, shaded benches and the church of San Miguel Arcángel. It is the center of life in the 'white town': in the square you can enjoy coffee or ice cream, buy crafts and see a sculpture of Juan Rulfo, the writer tied to Comala. Ideal for a relaxed break.
Villa de Álvarez
Main garden of Villa de Álvarez, about 10 minutes from downtown Colima, with century-old trees, fountains and wrought-iron benches in front of the Parish of San Francisco de Asís. Here stands 'La Cabalgata', six bronze riders recalling the charro and bullfighting festivals of February. The arcades sell traditional sweets and the famous 'Paletas de la Villa' ice pops.
Manzanillo
Seafront promenade in Manzanillo's historic center, known as Paseo del Espíritu Santo. It runs along the bay among sculptures such as La Pescadora, El Estibador and the Sailfish monument, with views of the ships and the port. It is a place to walk at sunset, eat seafood and attend outdoor events and concerts.
Colima
Family park in Colima city, famous for the Piedra Lisa: a volcanic rock just over two meters tall, polished by use, that kids and adults slide down. Legend says whoever slides on it will return to Colima or stay for good. The park has playgrounds, a skating track, an open-air theater and the Xoloescuintle interactive museum.
Coquimatlán
Ecological park in the Agua Zarca ejido, in the municipality of Coquimatlán, with large green areas, trails, a play area and spaces to gather and picnic under the trees. It is a reserve where visitors can interact with local wildlife in a calm, fresh setting, ideal for a family day outside the city.
Villa de Álvarez
Protected natural area of about 94 hectares inside the Colima–Villa de Álvarez metropolitan zone. It has trails through tropical dry forest and gallery forest, picnic areas, open lawns and outdoor event spaces. It includes the Ethnobiological Garden, with collections of useful plants, and is a good spot for walking, birdwatching and stargazing.
Colima
Large urban park in Colima, a few blocks from the historic center. It has an artificial lake with boat rides, walking paths, picnic and play areas, a zipline, hanging bridges, an open-air amphitheater and swimming pools. The Griselda Álvarez Museum is inside the park. It is run by the state government and usually offers different recreational activities each day.