Plaza Mijares
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idahosube
Dover, ID6 contributions
Feb 2020
Really fun to hang out on the plaza and people with. Seems there is usally always somethng going on. Artist, food stands, local families. With the church at the side of the plaza it gives it such a welcoming presense.
Written 23 April 2020
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osulaw75
Southlake, TX195 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
After 16 years of my wife asking me to leave Cabo San Lucas and go to San Jose del Cabo to visit, I finally agreed. Of course, this time we were staying at the Hilton which is about half way between Cabo and San Jose. I must say that I regretted not going sooner. It has a laid back more cultural feel to it than Cabo's hustle and bustle. Sort of like the old Cabo when we started going there in 2002. The town square in the center of town with the beautiful church and art galleries/studios on its perimeter is very nice. Granted, given that the town is growing with all the hotels being built and tourists by the thousands increasing, there is a little issue with roads and sidewalks being under construction to try to cope with the increased traffic. Still, local restaurants and attractions are very walkable. I saw another TripAdvisor post about crime and violence there. Please, if you are going to hype up things, stay in the US. I know I am putting my life more at risk in many US cities than I am in Cabo or San Jose del Cabo.
Written 23 February 2018
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Tom J
Oak Harbor, WA125 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
We always walk from the Coral Baja Resort into Plaza Mijares in the heart of San Jose del Cabo. Take the Hoteleria divided boulevard from the main highway to Mijares road and walk straight into town arriving at Plaza Mijares. It's 2.5 miles one way. Go in late morning when it's cooler. Spend a few quiet moments in the church. Buy ice cream on the square, and watch people, local and tourists, come and go. Many restaurants to choose from. Cruise the art shops on the side streets that go off the plaza. Take the local rickety bus back to La Comer grocery store for 13 pesos. A fun few hours.
Written 14 February 2019
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obieangelthomas
Sheboygan Falls, WI36 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
For those who choose an all-inclusive and don't leave your resort, you are missing out on a fun town!
Written 6 March 2018
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0MegEBee0
Long Beach, CA15 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
The plaza is a must do. The development of the area has exploded in the last couple of years, there are dozens of new shops and restaurants. The Thursday night art walk is definitely something to do but get there early parking is a nightmare. There were tons of vendors with handmade items along with the art and it was right before Christmas so there were a lot of interesting giftable items. The shops around the plaza are pricey so if you are in the need for souvenirs I would suggest Thursdays art walk or the market on Saturdays. On the other end, if you are looking for boutique high quality items linens, clothing, pottery, the plaza shops are most readable and convenient.
There were many new restaurants around the plaza, one in particular we wanted to try was having its soft opening and we just happened upon it. It was out last night and we had already eaten dinner. We will watch the reviews and likely visit in the summer. It has become quite touristy in old San Jose which is disappointing but it was bound to happen. As long as it doesn't look like Cabo San Lucas I can deal.
In the rear of the plaza by the amphitheater several street food vendors set up and have for years...this time there was a crepe cart. They were made to order and there was a queue ...the owner, who was taking the money was a jerk...he was talking mess about Americans not realizing I am fluent. The guy making the crepes saw me listening and warned him, in spanish that I was listening and undersrood him...he played it off. Had I not really wanted the crepe and honestly thought the situation was amusing I would have told him to keep the crepe. I did remind him in Spanish, when my crepe was ready, that many Americans not only understand but speak Spanish. Just because I ordered in English did not mean I couldn't speak Spanish. He still had an attitude. But anyway...the crepe was fantastic. We have eaten at most of the food vendors in tents and carts at the back of the plaza. They are, in general, less tourist friendly. This is of zero concern to me... If I want fresh churros I am getting them (which are amazing). But something to keep in mind if you are intimidated with surly attitudes and people who will not try and make it easy for you if you don't speak or understand Spanish. It's almost like they don't want you back there... Like it's a locals only area and the gringos are crashing... Like I said, I am getting my Mexican street food if I want it however, the crepe guy might not see me again.
I digress...
A must do... Lots of changes over the last several years but still a great area to visit and not as much of a tourist trap as CSL.
There were many new restaurants around the plaza, one in particular we wanted to try was having its soft opening and we just happened upon it. It was out last night and we had already eaten dinner. We will watch the reviews and likely visit in the summer. It has become quite touristy in old San Jose which is disappointing but it was bound to happen. As long as it doesn't look like Cabo San Lucas I can deal.
In the rear of the plaza by the amphitheater several street food vendors set up and have for years...this time there was a crepe cart. They were made to order and there was a queue ...the owner, who was taking the money was a jerk...he was talking mess about Americans not realizing I am fluent. The guy making the crepes saw me listening and warned him, in spanish that I was listening and undersrood him...he played it off. Had I not really wanted the crepe and honestly thought the situation was amusing I would have told him to keep the crepe. I did remind him in Spanish, when my crepe was ready, that many Americans not only understand but speak Spanish. Just because I ordered in English did not mean I couldn't speak Spanish. He still had an attitude. But anyway...the crepe was fantastic. We have eaten at most of the food vendors in tents and carts at the back of the plaza. They are, in general, less tourist friendly. This is of zero concern to me... If I want fresh churros I am getting them (which are amazing). But something to keep in mind if you are intimidated with surly attitudes and people who will not try and make it easy for you if you don't speak or understand Spanish. It's almost like they don't want you back there... Like it's a locals only area and the gringos are crashing... Like I said, I am getting my Mexican street food if I want it however, the crepe guy might not see me again.
I digress...
A must do... Lots of changes over the last several years but still a great area to visit and not as much of a tourist trap as CSL.
Written 2 January 2017
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Denise M
Scottsdale, AZ433 contributions
July 2015
We were able to walk from the Royal Solaris where we stayed which took about 20 minutes. This very old town is extremely quiet especially in comparison to Cabo San Lucas. Lots of little shops, clean with a few nice cafes to stop to get a Margarita and listen to Mariachis like the Dvur. A must see if you are staying in San Jose.
Written 27 July 2015
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McDaniel H
Flower Mound, TX2,051 contributions
July 2018 • Friends
We stopped by this Plaza as a result of coming here with our tour guide who gave us some historical information about how the Plaza's were used by the local community in the courting relationship of the teens and the accompanying family members. Our tour guide explained how the teens would walk in a circle around the gazebo. How a rose was passed and how the acceptance or denial of that flower was an acceptance or denial of the courting teen. we ventured around the plaza to view some of the other shops and then Departed the area happy that we were able to at least see and walk around this common area and hear its historical references.
Written 2 July 2018
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too_few_trips_1
Irvine, CA938 contributions
Sept 2015 • Couples
Take a stroll around Plaza Mijares to remind yourself you are in Mexico while in Los Cabos. There are certainly restaurants and stores targeting the tourists, but there are also residents of the area playing soccer or holding municipal festivals.
Written 23 September 2015
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Perkadventures
Banning, CA15,333 contributions
Oct 2019
A typical plaza of Spanish Heritage with a Church at one end and more buildings around the plaza that support various places. We were here for the Día de Muertos celebration that was held.
Many vendors and places to eat and visit were here. Visited the church and had dinner here. Worth seeing as part of this town.
Many vendors and places to eat and visit were here. Visited the church and had dinner here. Worth seeing as part of this town.
Written 14 November 2019
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Makeithappen57
Cincinnati, OH98 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
We walked several times to the Plaza, the town is lovely and the plaza is clean, well decorated with great shopping opportunities along with the historic church as a background.
Written 6 March 2019
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Property_mom
Escondido, California
Hello! Has anyone ever had or seen a wedding ceremony occur here?
Thanks! ~Lisa
Written 30 September 2019
A Tripadvisor member
Is the plaza and shops open on Mondays?
Written 1 July 2019
Hi Berry....you review is very helpful. I have a question, is it walking distance from hotel or u need car or any public transportation to go to Plaza Mijare?
Written 14 December 2016
Janna J
Newark, New Jersey
I lost of necklace purchased at a jewelry shop across from Jardin De Los Cabenos Ilustres. The shop was located right side diagonal to the front of the structure on the side street of the plaza. If anyone know the names of any of the stores on that side street of the Plaza, could you please post. I would to forward a picture of the necklace for a replacement.
Written 29 June 2015
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