8 Reasons to Visit Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexico’s most renowned tourist destinations. Its golden sandy beaches, the charm of its historic downtown, and the warmth of its people make it an ideal place to enjoy as a couple, with friends, or with family. Here you will find the perfect combination of culture, adventure, and relaxation, in a setting surrounded by sea and mountains.

 

Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta

 

Malecón Boardwalk

Located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta, the Malecón is one of the city’s most iconic and visited spots, where you can enjoy a beautiful walk surrounded by extraordinary landscapes. Stretching nearly one kilometer, you’ll find sculptures by renowned artists, art galleries, handicrafts, shops, and restaurants.

Malecón Boardwalk

Malecón Boardwalk

 

Romantic Zone (Old Vallarta)

The Romantic Zone, also known as Old Vallarta, will captivate you with its cobblestone streets, vibrant nightlife, and beautiful beaches. It’s the perfect place for a romantic getaway and a bohemian night out.

Romantic Zone (Old Vallarta)

Romantic Zone (Old Vallarta)

Los Arcos Marine Park

Los Arcos Marine Park is an iconic natural rock formation rising from the sea, located south of Puerto Vallarta. This protected marine park is a paradise for divers and snorkelers, offering a rich underwater world full of colorful fish, sea turtles, and coral formations.

Los Arcos Marine Park

Los Arcos Marine Park

 

Marina Vallarta

Discover the charm of Marina Vallarta, known for its picturesque marina, golf course, and a wide variety of shops and dining options. Located just minutes from Puerto Vallarta International Airport, it guarantees visitors a smooth and comfortable arrival, allowing immediate access to its charm and main attractions.

Marina Vallarta

Marina Vallarta

 

Cuale River Island 

A big part of Puerto Vallarta’s cultural and artistic scene takes place in its Cultural Center, located at the eastern tip of the Cuale River Island. Events, art exhibitions, musical evenings, poetry and literature attract locals and visitors alike. 

The Cuale Cultural Center offers painting, sculpture, dance, drama, and music workshops, as well as free access to the Cuale Archaeological Museum, exhibiting the archaeological findings in the area and general information on Mesoamerican history and art.

Cuale River Island

Vallarta Botanical Gardens

The Sierra Madre mountain range has a generous diversity and tropical forests that make Puerto Vallarta an enchanting place way beyond its beaches.
The Vallarta Botanical Gardens welcomes you with a perfectly traced plan for you to explore its different sections: the Cactus Garden, with species of various forms and sizes; the Tropical Fruit Orchard with an amazing collection of oaks, wild palms and agave plants; and the Conservatory of Orchids and Native Plants, with almost 300 species native to Mexico – out of the 1000 found in the country.

Vallarta Botanical Gardens

 

El Tuito

El Tuito, is an authentic colonial village embraced by the Sierra Madre mountain range, just 45 minutes south of Puerto Vallarta. Its name derives from the nahuatl language meaning “beautiful small valley”.

Walk along its cobblestone streets and make sure to take lots of pictures outside its old adobe buildings full of historic charm. Afterwards, visit the main square, where the locals gather to sit, relax, and talk.

El Tuito

 

Mascota

Mascota is another magical place where you will travel back in time. Its name means place of deer and snakes. It is located north of Puerto Vallarta

Mascota has plenty of places to visit nearby, such as the Corrinchis Dam, the Juanacatlan Lagoon, the village of Yerbabuena, El Molcajete Volcano, El Maipais petrified fields, and El Rincon de Ixcatan waterfall. You can start early and visit some of them on the same day, or plan a day for hiking, fishing, mountain biking, or horseback riding, and enjoy the stunning natural sceneries.

Mascota

Puerto Vallarta is the perfect choice for a vacation with family and friends. It offers an immense variety of tourist, artistic, and historical activities, along with the exquisite gastronomy you can find in every corner — all surrounded by extravagant and bohemian natural landscapes.

Book your Puerto Vallarta  Airport Transportation in advanced. It’s always a good idea to have your travel arrangements ready ahead of time.

Puerto Vallarta is waiting for you on your next trip!

 

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