Long a playground for the rich and famous, this ‘Pearl of the Pacific’ is renowned for soaring cliffs, white-sand-rimmed bays and the Sierra Madre del Sur that cradles the city. Enjoy the iconic divers of La Quebrada from the terrace of La Perla restaurant at the landmark Hotel Mirador, cold drink in hand. Delve into Acapulco’s history at the five-pointed Fort of San Diego, an important stronghold during Spanish colonial rule. Wander El Zócalo, Acapulco's old town square, and the city’s world-class botanical garden. At one of many cliffside restaurants, try Acapulco favorite ceviche, a dish made of fresh, chopped raw fish tossed in peppers and lime juice.