Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Malecon
Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.
Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe is just one of the places to see in Puerto Vallarta, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Plaza Principal
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Principal during your visit to Puerto Vallarta. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Los Arcos Amphitheater
You can get tickets for a performance at Los Arcos Amphitheater on your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Caballito
Learn about the local history of Puerto Vallarta when you spend time at Caballito. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Teatro Vallarta
You can get tickets for a performance at Teatro Vallarta on your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this romantic area.
Things to do
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta
Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary
Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya
Top hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
"There are a number of good things about this property: location, clean, nice sized rooms, very comfortable beds. However there are two things that soured me. One is that you could not flush toilet paper down the toilet! There was a small covered basket for it. This is my sixth trip to Mexico and ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
El Pescador Hotel
"Había muchas piedras en la playa, se tendría que limpiar la misma para que fuera funcional."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Rosita Hotel
"Great place"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
"Favi was the best! Gave us great recommendations and also made us feel so welcome. Would definitely come back for favi!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
"Staff is excellent- this is not about them. Rooms are pretty low grade in that they really need to be re painted- patches every where. The headboards for the beds don’t match the size of the bed: king size bed with queen size headboard. Could only get lukewarm water in the shower- was never hot. ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
"I love all their entertainment they had every day, and all the staff was super nice and helpful. Will go back soon !"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Camarones Beach.
Colonia 5 de Diciembre
If you're spending some time in Colonia 5 de Diciembre, Camarones Beach and Playa Las Glorias are top sights worth seeing.
Proyecto escola
While visiting Proyecto escola, you might make a stop by sights like Puerto Vallarta City Hall and Plaza Principal.
Gastronómica
While Gastronómica isn't home to many top sights, Malecon and Camarones Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Emiliano Zapata
While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.
Lázaro Cárdenas
While Lázaro Cárdenas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Playa Las Glorias and Camarones Beach.
Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
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