La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Your Guide to La Paz, BCS
Directory, guides, and resources for expats, sailors, retirees, and visitors. Everything from grocery stores to immigration — and home to Mexico's first links golf course.
La Paz Links: a directory full of links, and a city full of links golf.
Essential La Paz
Full directory →Walmart La Paz
La Paz's largest single retail store — full hypermarket with groceries, pharmacy, electronics, and household goods on Agustín Olachea.
View listing →INM La Paz
Immigration office for residency, tourist cards, and visas. Fee increases up to 100% in 2026 — appointments required, walk-ins not standard.
View listing →Marina de La Paz
La Paz's most established cruising marina — 110+ slips, downtown-adjacent, full services, and hub of the liveaboard sailing community.
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Golf in La Paz
Where the Links Meet the Sea
La Paz is home to two championship courses, including Paraíso del Mar— Mexico's first links-style course, first Arthur Hills design, and first Audubon Sanctuary. Reachable only by a 7-minute ferry from the Malecón.
World-class golf, far beyond Cabo, without the crowds.
- Mexico's first links-style golf course
- First Arthur Hills design in Mexico
- First Audubon Signature Sanctuary golf course in Mexico
New to La Paz?
Whether you're arriving for a week or planning a permanent move, start here.
Emergency Numbers
911, Bomberos, Cruz Roja, AmCare ER, coast guard, and consular contacts — all verified March 2026.
Emergency page →Marinas & Boating
La Paz is one of the great cruising destinations in the Eastern Pacific. Full marina guide with slips, services, and VHF channels.
Marina directory →Grocery & Supermarkets
Walmart, Sam's Club, Soriana, and local markets. What to expect, what to bring, and where to find it.
Grocery guide →Immigration — INM
Residency applications, tourist card extensions, and FMM info. Important 2026 fee increases in effect.
INM guide →Utilities — SAPA & CFE
Water, electricity, and internet. How to set up service, pay bills, and what to know about tap water.
Utilities guide →Golf in La Paz
Two championship courses, including Mexico's first links course. Beyond Cabo, no crowds.
Golf guide →