The charming town of Todos Santos is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range along the Pacific coast of the southern tip of the Baja peninsula. Situated on the Tropic of Cancer, Todos Santos is located almost exactly midway between Cabo San Lucas and La Paz - approximately 50 miles/80km to either.

Missionaries originally founded the village in 1723 to help supply the capital of La Paz with much needed agricultural products such as fruits, vegetables, and sugar. With rich, fertile soil and a plentiful supply of fresh water, the agricultural boom lasted over 100 years - with sugar candies from the area being deemed some of the very best in Mexico. Around the 1950’s the water reserves became depleted by severe droughts, and combined with low sugar prices after WWII the economy in the area collapsed. Recently the water supply has returned and the area has once again become known for its organic farming, with much sought after crops such as tomatoes, basil, peppers, squash, mangos, and various herbs. The sight of lush green fields in an otherwise desert-like terrain is truly wondrous!

In the late 1980’s the town started to take on a new direction. Becoming home to the well-known painter Charles Stuart, the area has attracted artists and intellectuals alike, inspired by the contrasting beauty and tranquility. Be sure to take the time to visit the many art galleries around town. Throughout the winter months the town hosts regular open-air concerts and cultural events in the town Plaza.

Todos Santos also offers a wealth of architectural riches. Old colonial buildings from the past century have been restored into private homes and businesses. An extremely popular tour of town’s historic homes is offered a couple of times a year - very much recommended if you happened to be in the area at that time. Also of interest is the old cemetery - with graves dating back to the 1800’s.

The famed Hotel California, reputedly from the Eagles’ hit song by the same name, has recently been renovated into a truly stylish experience, including a chic restaurant, tequila bar, and unique gift shop. The town also offers a variety of excellent restaurants - notably the Café Santa Fe, Los Adobes, Caffe Todos Santos, and Miguel’s Restaurant.

Fishing is also one of the town’s important industries. The fishermen are based out of Playa Punta Lobos (5min south of town), and can be seen returning with their catch by driving their skips right up out of the ocean and onto the beach! The area once had a thriving sea turtle cannery, but that has long since been closed down. And sea turtle hatchings can be seen all along the beaches in the area - a truly marvelous event to experience!

Surfing is another huge attraction to the area, with excellent north swell surf breaks available at San Pedrito and Los Cerritos beaches. Another wonderful beach more suited for casual swimming is Palm Beach (San Pedro). This secluded and pristine beach is surrounded by a tropical forest of palm trees that is fed by a fresh water oasis that winds its way as a small stream towards the ocean. Swimming is dangerous all along the Pacific coast - so be careful!

A new mural depicting the town's history was unveiled in the Los Faroles Mall.