Loreto, a serene seaside town, was the first colonial settlement on the Baja Peninsula, dating back to 1697. It retains beautiful relics from its past, including the Mission of Our Lady of Loreto, which marks the start of the Camino Real. Nestled between the Sierra de la Giganta and the Sea of Cortez, Loreto offers stunning natural beauty. Offshore islands invite divers and kayakers to explore secluded coves and clear waters within Loreto Bay National Marine Park. A day trip to the mountains reveals ancient cave paintings, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After your adventures, enjoy a stroll along the malecón with a drink or fish tacos by the water.