OUT & ABOUT IN LO DE MARCOS
While this tiny hamlet may seem small, there are sites to see, things to do and services to fulfill your needs and maximize each day in town.
Some compare Lo de Marcos to a cruise ship… On any given day you may see the same people two or three times.
When greeting someone for the first time in a morning the proper phrase is “Buenos Dias“. The second time you cross paths with the same person in the same day, the proper phrase is “Adios”. This does not mean ‘goodbye‘, but rather, ‘Hello‘. Other phrases may be, “Qué tal” or “Quiubo“. In any case… a smile goes a long way!
Here is a partial list of sites, services and activities to keep you busy.
Monday
- Early Morning Walk 8:00 A. M. 1, 2 and 3 hour hikes. Meet at the plaza.
- Monday Evening Open Mic at Pequeño Paraíso 6:00 P.M.
Wednesday
- AA meeting, 5:00 P.M. Across from the Panadería
- Meditation 6:30 P.M. Centro de La Gente, Calle Emiliano Zapata
- Live Music at Tomatina’s, south end of the beach, La Parota 8:00 P.M.
Thursday
- Karaoke, Endless Summer west of the Plaza, 6:00 P.M. Luis Echeverria #3
Friday
- Ping Pong Tournament, Mitch & Vickys, 4:00 P.M. 12 de Diciembre, (322) 182-8785SONY DSC
- Live Music, Endless Summer, west of the Plaza 6:00 P.M.
Saturday
- Tianguis Market 9:00 -2:00, Luis Echeverria #9
- Karaoke, Endless Summer, west of the Plaza, 6:00 P.M.
Sunday
- AA meeting 10:00 A.M., across from the Panadería
- Sunday Church Service, west end of main street
- Family Day at the Playa
On each block in Lo de Marcos you will find at least one hidden gem and often times more. We know that part of the joy of our Pueblo is making the discovery on your own.
Here are a few of our recommendations just to get you started.
*Oscars Tacos – A prime location to people watch with outstanding tacos and Pizzas. Available for home delivery as well. Just across from the plaza. We heard that this season they have plans to offer drinks on site.
*Neptuno – Pool Table, Food, Beverages, on Av. Del Bosque. Live Music on occasion!
*Mini Super Bernal – This is the most complete and comprehensive Super Market in town – Luis Echeverria #33
*The Cabaña Restaurant – At the end of the Paved Road. Great home cooked Mexican Food at affordable prices. Emiliano Zapata #6
*Carniceria Ventura – Quality Cuts of meat and terrific service. Emiliano Zapata #7
*Glorias Tienda – Next to Oscars Tacos, this mini super has a great location, offers friendly service and has the coldest cervezas in town!
*Lo de Marcos Ping Pong and Social Club – 12 of Diciembre between Manglar and Tule. Near Carritos del Guapo – cell (322) 182 8785
*ATV Tours and Adventures – Vive el Sueño, Luis Echeverria #50 phone (327) 275 0083
*Productos Granja El Paraíso – Luis Echeverria #53, natural food from the permaculture farm.
*Xplore – Your one stop surfshop. Luis Echeverria #97, cell (322) 197 1261
*El Vinatero– Wine Bar and Tasting Room, Luis Echeverria #37 phone 327 688 0310
*Chocolate Experience – local grown cacao, Metalica Hildago #25
Other things to do.
- Visit a Permaculture Farm, Productos Granja el Paraiso 275-0036
- Visit a Moringa Farm, Memo (322) 101-0338
- Visit a Turtle Rescue Camp, on the beach Sunset most nights
- Ride a Wave or Tours to Coral Island, Xplore, (322) 197-1261
- Catch a Fish, Contact Carlos for reservation 275-0233
- Rent a bike, Xplore (322) 197-1261
- Get your teeth cleaned, Dr. Orlando Reyna Amparo (669) 215-2172
- Go Whale Watching, Contact Carlos for reservation 275-0233
- Get your spine adjusted, Dr. Mauricio Moran, Calle 6 de Diciembre #2, (331) 419 9978
- Rent a Golf Cart – Carritos del Guapo (322) 182-8785 or Carritos del Lenny – 322 728 0544
Do they allow golf carts on the “local” roads, to sub for a car when needed? Does it need anything special ( tags, license, etc)?
Hello Robert, Golf carts usage in-town is allowed and you don’t need any license.