San Jose del Cabo is one five main locations in Baja California Sur - which include Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Todos Santos and Loreto.San Jose del Cabo is on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, the land immediately south of the United States, cut-off from mainland Mexico by the Sea of Cortez, sometimes also referred to as the Gulf of California. This region of Mexico is a real paradise - with its hot deserts, and cool, warm breezed oceans; its waters reflecting several different shades of blues and greens. The region is a particular favorite with divers, golfers and people looking for sports fishing excursions. San Jose del Cabo houses the seat of the local government here, and is the main business centre for the area. However, the town still looks and feels like a real old provincial Mexican town.The city is full of interesting places to see, nice shops, good cafés and restaurants in San Jose del Cabo, and even some quality art galleries that stock local artists' works.
If you're looking for all of the attractions that Baja California Sur offers in terms of landscape, beaches and weather, but don't want the commercialized feel of a developed resort, then San Jose del Cabo is a good choice for you.San Jose del Cabo has a very laid back and easy going atmosphere about it, and the beaches here reflect this. Use the space around you to unwind and chill-out, while experiencing the authentic Mexican atmosphere San Jose offers.Some fine remote beaches exist along the shoreline between los dos cabos ("the two capes" - San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas). These include Barco Varado, Chileno, Palmilla, Santa Maria and Vista del Arco Beaches. You'll need to rent a car to experience them - see "Getting Around" - below. These areas are great if you want get away from the crowds and see some stunning beaches and shoreline in this area. All of the Mainstream Guidebooks give detailed information about the beaches, their locations and main attractions in San Jose del Cabo.