Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

Puerto Vallarta

A coastal promenade with a rocky shoreline, a calm sea, and a cityscape in the background.

A beach with balanced rocks and a cityscape in the distance.

A coastal scene with a wooden structure on the beach, a seagull, and a distant city skyline.

A large fishing boat on calm waters with a city skyline in the background.

A coastal promenade with palm trees, a rocky shoreline, and a pier with people walking.

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Puerto Vallarta travel guide

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A large dolphin sculpture on a beach with a clear blue sky, palm trees, and a cityscape in the background.

Malecon

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Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

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Things to do

Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary

£45

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory

£14

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya

£34

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

£22

per adult

78% of travellers recommend

Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

£96

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Hiking in Hidden Beaches : Boca, Colomitos & Las Ánimas

£24

per adult

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Where to stay in Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Find the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Puerto Vallarta

A coastal cityscape with a prominent pier, clear blue waters, and a beach area with umbrellas and palm trees.

Romantic Zone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas.

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A coastal city with a prominent bridge, a beach, and numerous boats on the water.

Emiliano Zapata

While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.

A coastal cityscape with dense urban development, a prominent hill, and a view of the ocean.

Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise hotels, and a clear blue sea.

Hotel Zone

Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.

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A marina with numerous boats, a lighthouse, and buildings with red-tiled roofs.

Marina Vallarta

Travellers to Marina Vallarta praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by El Faro Lighthouse and Marina Vallarta Golf Club.

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