Comala maintains a steady flow of tourism during various holiday periods and weekends thanks to its gastronomic, cultural, and natural attractions. The municipality, located in the northern part of the state of Colima, is the state’s only Pueblo Mágico (Magical Town) and is part of the tourist routes promoted by state and federal authorities.
The Federal Ministry of Tourism incorporated Comala into the Pueblos Mágicos program in 2002. Since then, the municipality has participated in national tourism promotion activities and events related to culture, gastronomy, and regional tourism.
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Among the main attractions for tourists is Comala’s main square, where restaurants, cafes, and businesses selling regional products operate. The parish church of San Miguel del Espíritu Santo and several historical buildings are also located in the town center.
Gastronomy and coffee are part of Comala’s tourist offerings. The culinary scene is one of the main reasons visitors come to the municipality. In Comala, you’ll find traditional restaurants offering regional dishes and drinks made with local ingredients.
The municipality also maintains coffee production in nearby communities, which has led to the development of coffee-related tourism. Some establishments offer tastings and tours related to the production process.
Homemade punch is another popular product sold in the tourist area. Local businesses offer various types made with seasonal fruits.
Tourists visit Comala because of its proximity to the Nevado de Colima volcano.
Another tourist attraction in the region is its proximity to the Nevado de Colima National Park, located between the states of Colima and Jalisco. Tours and other tourist services depart from Comala to mountainous areas and hiking trails.
Visitors also visit the Carrizalillos Lagoon and nearby communities like Nogueras, home to the Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo University Cultural Center, managed by the University of Colima.
The municipality receives domestic visitors during holiday seasons, long weekends, and extended weekends, according to information released by state tourism authorities.
Comala participates in national tourism promotion.
During 2025, Colima tourism authorities participated in promotional activities for the municipality at national events related to Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) and cultural destinations.
The Colima Tourism Secretariat reported that Comala is part of promotional strategies focused on gastronomic and cultural tourism. The municipality also appears in state campaigns related to coffee routes and nature tourism.
Official data indicates that Colima reported an increase in hotel occupancy and tourist activity during recent holiday periods, with an influx of visitors to tourist municipalities such as Comala and Manzanillo.
Source: proceso
