Capilla de la Paz (Chapel of Peace)
Capilla de la Paz (Chapel of Peace)
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Located on a hillside 1,200 feet above sea level, this contemporary chapel is recognized by its 130-foot cross.
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Sundncr
Washington DC, DC1,115 contributions
Nov 2020
My cab driver bought me here for the views. This place is a catholic church perched high on the hill and overlooks the Acapulco crescent shaped bay. From the top you get to see some of the best views. The area is so quiet and was almost empty. This was great as I enjoyed the serenity. The cross is huge and reminds. You can meditate peacefully for some moments. The location is in the las Brisas resort and best to take a cab as the security at the entrance will need an ID to let you enter. They followed the Covid drill sincerely with Temperature checks and planting your shoes on bleached water. A small gift shop is available for souvenirs. Plenty of vegetation around and it is about a 20 minute cab ride from the main beach of Acapulco and on the way to the airport.
Written 1 December 2020
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Karen B
Greensboro, NC35 contributions
June 2023
Beautiful, peaceful location with a very moving story behind it. Amazing views of the city. An hour allows plenty of time to look around, take photos, and soak in the beauty of this location.
Written 25 June 2023
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KatyD12345
Los Angeles, CA443 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
This was a beautiful chapel in a gated neighborhood. I think you have to go with a tour group to gain entrance. It sits high above the city so it offered scenic panoramic views of Acapulco. The story of the family that built this chapel is intriguing. If visiting, I would plan to spend about an hour here.
Written 5 April 2020
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Johnny
Nottinghamshire, UK275 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
A must see in Acapulco. A tragic event has produced a beautiful memorial and a place where anyone can go and find some peace. The beautiful views and calming atmosphere make a visit worthwhile also the architecture is amazing as are the well kept gardens and the statues.
Written 3 November 2022
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howardxp1
New York City, NY427 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
The cross and adjacent “temple” was built in honor of a wealthy woman’s two sons that died in a plane crash in Mexico. It was not meant to be specifically for any one religion.
You’ll have nice views from up there and also pass through a couple of checkpoints.
It’s nothing super special but you’ll surely see the ritzy houses up there.
Acapulco was one of the movie stars favorite places 40 and 50 years ago.
Now, it’s kind of off the map!
Howard S.
You’ll have nice views from up there and also pass through a couple of checkpoints.
It’s nothing super special but you’ll surely see the ritzy houses up there.
Acapulco was one of the movie stars favorite places 40 and 50 years ago.
Now, it’s kind of off the map!
Howard S.
Written 13 March 2020
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Brittni B
Marion, IL3 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
This place is absolutely beautiful. The views are amazing and the history behind this place is very interesting and also a beautiful story. Carlos took us here and it was one of my favorite parts of the week. Everyone should see this. It’s breath taking.
Written 7 March 2021
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Randy F
Pinckney, MI984 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
We hired a great man, Jose, to take us all around. He speaks perfect English. We got there, he explained the history and the meaning of the building. It was really sad but beautiful. The grounds are so peaceful and beautiful. Everyone must see.
Written 4 January 2023
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Bob B
London, UK11 contributions
Feb 2022
Very peaceful spot. Taken there on a city tour with baldo-work@hotmail.com. Beautiful views of the city. Lots of interesting tree and plant s to see in this area. Clean Rest rooms. Certainly a must see on your visit
Written 3 March 2022
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Calialee101
El Dorado Hills, CA49 contributions
Perched atop a cliff overlooking the bay of Acapulco, the Capilla de la Paz or (Chapel of the Peace) is a very picturesque site and well worth a visit. The non-denominational chapel is located in the very pricey Las Brisas area of Acapulco. The chapel itself is small but very quaint and charming. It has beautiful marble facades which allow lovely opaque light to shine upon the chapel interior during the day. The cross is massive (at over 130 feet in height) and overlooks Acapulco bay. At night it is lit up atop the mountain. Next to the cross there is also a smaller statue called Las Manos de la Hermandad, of two right hands joining together signifying brotherhood.
My suggestion is to try and visit this site on an early/small tour group. We visited on Tuesday morning around 10:30am with a group of only 7 people. We had the site to ourselves for most of the short tour, which was nice considering the small size of the grounds. As we were leaving we saw a few large tour groups arrive and I had a hard time imaging how they were all able to comfortably tour the small site. I would highly recommend this site to anyone visiting Acapulco who is interested in seeing more of the unique charm of the city itself. The view from the top of the chapel atrium is worth the trip alone. Acapulco bay is breathtaking from this vantage point! Bring your cameras this place is gorgeous and a perfect way to spend a bit of the day.
My suggestion is to try and visit this site on an early/small tour group. We visited on Tuesday morning around 10:30am with a group of only 7 people. We had the site to ourselves for most of the short tour, which was nice considering the small size of the grounds. As we were leaving we saw a few large tour groups arrive and I had a hard time imaging how they were all able to comfortably tour the small site. I would highly recommend this site to anyone visiting Acapulco who is interested in seeing more of the unique charm of the city itself. The view from the top of the chapel atrium is worth the trip alone. Acapulco bay is breathtaking from this vantage point! Bring your cameras this place is gorgeous and a perfect way to spend a bit of the day.
Written 24 October 2007
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Kenneth N
Stockholm, Sweden327 contributions
Jan 2016
I have been here at once and I would say that this location is the highest view spot at Acapulco. The chapel has a wonderful look inside and if you travel to Acapulco you may see the cross from the bay.
Written 19 February 2016
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Es en taxi, y de hecho hay horarios porque esta en un fraccionamiento privado. Pero vale la pena, la vista es hermosa!
Written 1 November 2019
Que costo tiene realizar una misa para boda en esa iglesia ?
Written 25 September 2018
Según el guía el costo es alto, pero es fácil obtener información en las oficinas que se encuentran al lado, y es muy probable que tengan una página o red social donde pueden proporcionar mayores informes
Written 26 September 2018
Hola, Si quisiera ina sesion de fotos para 15 años de mi hija. Cual seria el costo??
Written 25 May 2017
Creo que no se cobra. Pero es mejor preguntar en las oficinas de la Igesia.
Written 28 May 2017
I've been researching this accident...was it a plane or a car accident? and why did you put it in quotes?
Written 3 March 2017
I was also told a plane crash by a local guide. The whole series of events was so tragic that there must be loads of documented info on it. Good luck with you research.
Written 4 March 2017
Se puede subir en carro?
El camino no implica riesgos al conducir?
Written 6 January 2017
Para nada!!! por que?
El camino es recto si vienes desde Diamante, hasta encontrar una "Y", tomas la derecha y ahí hay una caseta donde te preguntaran si vas a la capilla.
Lo que no estoy segura es, si solo dejan entrar en las horas de las misas 10am y 6pm. Yo he ido dos veces a antes de las 10 para oir misa.
Ve a la Capilla, no te arrepentirás!
Written 11 January 2017
I only see one review about how to get there, can other people tell me their experience of how they got there and the best way and the cost of a taxi both ways (there are 6 or 7 of us)? We could see it on an excursion with our cruise or do a different excursion and go ourselves later and are trying to decide the best option. Thank you!
Written 29 December 2015
I recently visited the Chapel of Peace in Acapulco, Mexico. Myself and 3 family members paid for a city tour which included a guided tour of the Chapel of peace. we contacted Rudy who operates a city tour of Acapulco including The Chapel of Peace, The Fort of San Diego, The Zocalo, La Quebrada Divers and Papagayo Park along with other attractions and shopping and free drinks. Rudy and Crew speak great English and really know their subject matter of everything Acapulco. Our tour lasted 5 hours in an air conditioned 14 passenger van. Rudy also rents his van and sevices to groups.
Written 4 March 2017
how do I get there from the zocalo
Written 3 January 2015
I would recommend taking a taxi. It is approximately 30 minutes from central Acapulco (where the Zocalo is located). Also, it would probably be a good idea to either have the driver wait for you or to arrange a time for him to return to pick you up if he cannot wait. It is high up on a hill and I didn't really see any taxis just parked until someone approached them so it may be difficult to get a return ride.
Written 5 January 2015
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