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Explore the Enchanting Beaches of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

About Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta is a vibrant and picturesque coastal city in Mexico's Pacific coast. This destination is famous for its golden sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a diverse range of activities. Travelers can explore the picturesque cobblestone streets, enjoy world-class dining, immerse themselves in the local culture, or simply relax on the beach and soak up the sun. Puerto Vallarta is the perfect destination for those looking for an authentic Mexican experience and a tropical paradise all in one.

Puerto Vallarta is a popular destination for travelers looking for a unique experience in Mexico. Located on the Pacific coast of Mexico, Puerto Vallarta offers a mix of traditional Mexican culture and modern amenities. With beautiful beaches, delicious food, and a thriving art scene, there is something for everyone in Puerto Vallarta.

One of the main draws of Puerto Vallarta is its beaches. The city is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico, with crystal-clear waters and soft, white sand. Some of the most popular beaches in Puerto Vallarta include Playa de los Muertos, Conchas Chinas, and Bucerias. Whether you want to sunbathe, swim, or try your hand at water sports like surfing and paddleboarding, there is a beach in Puerto Vallarta that is perfect for you.

Puerto Vallarta is also known for its food. The city is a foodie’s paradise, with a wide range of restaurants serving everything from traditional Mexican fare to international cuisine. Some of the most popular dishes in Puerto Vallarta include ceviche, tacos al pastor, and churros. Don’t forget to try the local tequila, which is some of the best in Mexico.

For art lovers, Puerto Vallarta has a thriving art scene. The city is home to a number of galleries and museums showcasing the works of local artists. The Malecon, a seaside promenade, is lined with sculptures and other works of art, making it the perfect place for a leisurely stroll.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing beach vacation or an immersive cultural experience, Puerto Vallarta has something to offer. With its stunning beaches, delicious food, and thriving art scene, it is no wonder that Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular destinations in Mexico.

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Popular Stays in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa

Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa is a charming colonial boutique style Hotel that invites you to enjoy the vacation of your dreams, this beachfront hotel is ideal for families, friends, couples, wedding or simple just a beach escape. The quality of its facilities, hospitality and tradition of excellence in service will make your stay a trully pleasurable experience. Located on the best beach of Vallarta “Playa del Sol” in the heart of the exciting Romantic Zone, one of the best tourist áreas of Vallarta. Here you can find all types of residences, prestigious restaurants, cafes, boutiques, galleries and the best nightlife. Only a few steps from the new Malecon, the Cathedral and the New Pier. Newly renovated rooms and suites featuring one King bed or two double beds, private balcony or terrace, air conditioning with individual control, marble bathrooms, hairdryers, direct dial phone, cable TV, in-room safe, iron and ironing board. In addtion the suites offer a living área, kitchenette and some a lovely view of the ocean. All of our rooms are beautifully decorated in colonial Mexican style with an exclusive collection of furnitue authentically hand carved of natural Woods by Mexican artisans.
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Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort

Discover the comfort and convenience of an All Inclusive in our family hotel. With rooms and suites, vibrant restaurants and bars, such as "Pergolas" that serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner and "Flor de Calabaza" that offers specialty dinners subject to prior reservation, you can enjoy a Pizzeria and Snacks. Meet an intimate spa and cheerful common areas framed by charming Mexican architecture and beautiful gardens, this is the romantic Puerto Vallarta you've experienced. Outside, our infinity pool is an oceanfront oasis with palm trees, lounge chairs, and our Calandria bar, serving cocktails and delicious food. Nine stories high, on the seashore, you will find the Sky Lounge Bar, where you can enjoy refreshing cocktails, personalized attention, views of the bay and a private environment for adults only with the best sunsets in Puerto Vallarta. Welcome home!
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Crown Paradise Club All Inclusive

The combination of an excellent location, luxurious accommodation units and an array of excellent facilities for adults and children as well, makes this hotel a perfect spot to spend a fantastic holiday with the whole family on the beautiful Mexican's coast. Puerto Vallarta downtown, with its extensive offering of shops and entertainment venues, is at less than 4 km distance and links to the public transport network can be found in the surrounding area. Travellers may spend the day lounging by the infinite pool or making fun at the on-site water park and, afterwards, relax in spacious and fully-appointed guest rooms, which are especially designed with guests' comfort in mind. The establishment boasts a huge variety of culinary options, which include both regional as well as international specialities. While children play at the kids' club, adults may indulge themselves at the hotel's spa area and try some of the fantastic beauty treatments on offer.
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Marival Emotions Resort & Suites All Inclusive

Marival Emotions is a 3-diamond entertainment spot ideal for the whole family. Our all-inclusive hotel in Nuevo Vallarta is the perfect tropical setting for your next vacation, full of amenities for both young and old. Take a refreshing dip in the pool, delight your senses in our multiple bars and restaurants, and explore the surroundings with an incredible and adventurous tour. Have some fun on the beach with your loved ones and feel at home. Marival Emotions Resort & Suites is all you need. ONLY BY BOOKING THE FOLLOWING SUITES, YOU GET THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: Emotions Select 1 Bedroom Suite, Emotions Select 1 Bedroom Suite Ocean View, Emotions Select 2 Bedroom Suite, Emotions Select 2 Bedroom Suite Ocean View, Emotions Select 3 Bedroom Suite Ocean View • Preferential Check In • Welcome basket of snacks and bottle of wine • Nespresso coffee machine in room with 2 courtesy capsules • High-end bathroom amenities • Minibar service with 4 beers, soft drinks, water stocked daily • Exclusive Access to Mai Tai or Capriccio Beach Club (once per stay, with a coupon provided by the Concierge upon check-in) • Chromecast for television that allows you to send content from your cell phone or tablet to television, and enjoy your favorite apps • Robe and slippers • Daily night courtesy • Butler service with personalized monitoring by the Concierge
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Melia Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

This hotel is located in the exclusive Marina Vallarta, 5 minutes from the airport, 10 minutes from the center of Puerto Vallarta, and a short walk from the Marina Vallarta golf course. The hotel is directly beside a beautiful sandy beach just a few minutes from the lively harbor and many shopping and entertainment venues. The hotel has 3 cosy bars, 1 buffet restaurants and 2 à la carte restaurants. Guests will never be bored, thanks to the full daily activity program for all ages, including spectacular evening shows with professional dancers.
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Vamar Vallarta All Inclusive Marina & Beach Resort

This magnificent resort enjoys a prime location overlooking the mesmerising marina of Vallarta and the Bahía de Banderas. Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport is set just 2.8 kilometres from the hotel and guests will find themselves next to beautiful promenade and boat moorings, as well as shops, restaurants, bars, and vibrant nightlife scene. The establishment comprises ample, light-filled and sumptuously decorated guestrooms, offering a complete escape for senses. Impressive hotel facilities include 3 bars, 2 specialty restaurants and 1 snacks restaurant serving Italian specialties and international cuisine to satisfy even the most discerning palates. The leisure facilities comprise 4 adult pools and 1 kids' pool. The children will take in entertainment programme offered at the kids' club. The resort features versatile meeting rooms accommodating up to 300 persons. Avid golfers may take advantage of nearby golf courses situated within 13.5 kilometres.
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Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort And Spa All Incl

Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa is a magnificent destination for an unforgettable vacation in Riviera Nayarit. Its private aquamarine beach has facilities, as well as Family Selection, which offers exclusive services for the whole family. This includes workshops for all ages, meals a la carte, sunscreen on the beach and pool and assistance. The rooms of Familia Selección have milk, cookies and a welcome kit for the little ones to enjoy the stay. Start the day on the shore diving or windsurfing, or plan a trip to one of the nearby international golf courses. Cool off with a dip in the main pool and leave aside the stress at Zentropia Spa & Wellness, while the kids spend a great time with the personalized services of Family Selection. Later, in the orchid garden, and afterwards, have a cocktail in the Las Olas bar before trying the traditional cuisine of La Adelita and enjoy the night. 518 rooms fully equipped with style. Family Selection Service, with baby club (1 - 3 years old), mini club (4 - 12 years old) and Black & White Junior Club (13 - 18 years old). Access to 300 meters of beach and golf courses nearby. Zentropia Spa & Wellness of 5 stars. Five a la carte restaurants and two restaurants showcase the cuisine, among which is El Dorado restaurant, which has options, as well as 10 bars that include pool and beach bars.
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Crown Paradise Golden All Inclusive

It is a paradise only for adults with a golden opportunity for a first class getaway combining perfection, rest and refinement at the very beginning of the hotel zone, located in "Golden Beach" in the Bay of Banderas. With an intimate atmosphere that embraces romance and sensuality, it welcomes guests for an unforgettable vacation, whether just for relaxation with that special someone or all the fun with a group of friends. The facilities include parking, air conditioning, 24-hour room service, gym, 3 a la carte restaurants, one a la carte café, 3 bars, internet centre, disco, tennis courts and whirlpool area, among other services. Also, it has a privileged location 10 minutes from downtown Vallarta, the International Convention Centre, the airport and the bus station.

Things to do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Choose from a range of unique experiences and fun activities in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
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Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch

This tour offers a world of exclusivity, providing access to a luxurious Leopard catamaran that guarantees the ultimate in comfort and style. The small-group setting ensures an intimate and personalized experience, setting it apart from larger, crowded tours. The journey promises opulence and indulgence throughout. The attentive crew delivers first-class service, serving delectable deli lunch, and a variety of refreshing drinks and tropical cocktails that cater to guests' taste buds. The highlight of the adventure lies in the captivating Majahuitas beach. Nestled amidst awe-inspiring rock formations and untouched vegetation, this paradisiacal setting provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable snorkeling experience. The crystal-clear waters teem with vibrant marine life, making it one of the most sought-after snorkeling spots in Puerto Vallarta. Don't miss out on this exclusive Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Tour that promises an unparalleled blend of indulgence and adventure.
Downtown Puerto Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours
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Downtown Puerto Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours

Get ready to become a local! Experience our 3.5-hour food tasting and walking tour offering a local’s insight into Mexican culture through its delicious, intricate cuisine, and rich history. Your local "foodie" guide takes you on a culinary adventure, navigating the cobblestone streets of historic Puerto Vallarta. Along the way you will delight in the best Puerto Vallarta has to offer, visiting 9, carefully selected, food tasting locations. Explore off-the-beaten path eateries, meet their colorful owners and staff, visit taco stands, and try regional delicacies. Leave filled with a deeper understanding of Puerto Vallarta and Mexico, as well as a satisfied stomach.
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ATV Tour R.R

Discover unknown trails by ATV through the impressive Sierra Madre Occidental. You will admire the amazing mountainous landscape to the river canyon. Your tour includes all necessary equipment and a professional guide.
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Combo ATV + Zipline R.R

Hit the trails on this 60-minute ATV adventure to Canopy River. Dive into the crystal clear natural pools of El Sato at the end of your ride. Fly over the river on a zipline course with the beautiful Sierra Madre Mountains as your backdrop. Take a 15-minute mule ride and enjoy a tequila-tasting session.
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Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour

Fall in love with Puerto Vallarta! What makes CityFunTastic different from other tours is that our goal is to make you fall in love with Puerto Vallarta. We have designed a series of unique experiences in which you can get a taste of what makes Puerto Vallarta unique. All experiences include a part of induction, a part of experience, and a part of interaction. We select them so that as a whole they express the identity of our tourist destination, its traditions and its present. CityFunTastic is the promotional tourist tour to get to know the city, its areas, the news and the agenda of activities for the week, so you can plan your departures from the hotel based on your preferences. After the tour, you will know the location of the restaurant areas, several beaches, and most of the tourist icons.
Private Tour: El Eden ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta
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Private Tour: El Eden ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

Private tour, you decide how you want to spend your time riding the ATVs or chilling out on the spots we show you around! Enjoy an unforgettable trip riding an ATV through Puerto Vallarta's downtown to El Eden to have a refreshing time in the jungle. You'll see breathtaking views and have time to swim in the river and even visit a small fishing village. You can customize your tour adding tequila testing, zip lines or discovering diferent parts of the mountains... This is a tour for intermediate-level riders who want to see another side of Puerto Vallarta.
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Stand-Up Paddle Board Lesson in Puerto Vallarta

Make the best out from your visit to Puerto Vallarta and enjoy a stand-up paddleboard lesson where you can have an unforgettable time seeing downtown from the water. This tour is perfect for you and your family, you will get all the necessary equipment and a guide will explain to you all you need to know to navigate on your board.
Enjoy a bike ride through Malecon
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Private Tour in El Malecon Boardwalk Bike Ride

Enjoy a private bike tour riding along the famous Puerto Vallarta's El Malecon boardwalk. Our guide Will exlaing you along the tour about the history, culture and art of this beutiful part of mexico. As a private tour you can take the time to explore or take pictures as you want, stop at the places as you desire. Our guide Will help you to get the best deals at the handcraft market or galleries. You will admire the ocean views of the Bay of Banderas. This is a great tour to know downtowns puerto Vallarta and spend a good time with family or Friends.

Why People Love Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
It is everything that it states. No “extra costs” or anything. Staff was phenomenal and made us feel welcomed and comfortable.
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Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Super fun. Great crew. Really enjoyed myself. Really glad I picked the luxury option!!!!!!!! SO GLAD.
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Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
Luxury Yacht & Snorkel Retreat with Premium Open bar and lunch
The crew was very hospitable and helpful. Louis went out of his way to help me get off the boat and back on as I have copd. He swam with me so I got get to the shore.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Puerto Vallarta

What are some must-see attractions in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta has a lot to offer in terms of attractions. Some of the must-see attractions include the Malecon boardwalk, the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Los Arcos marine park, and the Vallarta Botanical Gardens. The Malecon boardwalk is a popular spot for strolling, shopping, and dining. The Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a stunning landmark and a great spot for photos. Los Arcos marine park is a great place for snorkeling and scuba diving, and the Vallarta Botanical Gardens offer a beautiful escape into nature.

What are some fun activities to do in Puerto Vallarta?

There are plenty of fun activities to do in Puerto Vallarta. Some popular options include taking a boat tour to the Marietas Islands, zip lining through the jungle, taking a tequila tasting tour, and exploring the local art scene. The Marietas Islands are home to a unique hidden beach that can only be accessed by swimming through a tunnel, and a boat tour will take you there. Zip lining through the jungle is an exhilarating way to experience the local flora and fauna. Tequila tasting tours offer a chance to sample Mexico's national spirit, and Puerto Vallarta is home to many talented artists and galleries.

What kind of accommodations are available in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta has a wide range of accommodations to suit any budget or preference. From luxurious resorts to budget-friendly hostels, there is something for everyone. Some popular options include the Grand Fiesta Americana, the Westin Resort & Spa, and the Casa Velas Hotel Boutique. Airbnbs and vacation rentals are also popular options, and there are plenty of options to choose from.

What is the best time of year to visit Puerto Vallarta?

The best time to visit Puerto Vallarta depends on your preferences. The high season runs from November to April, when the weather is typically dry and sunny. This is the busiest time of year, with the most tourists and highest prices. The low season runs from May to October, when the weather is hotter and more humid. This is a good time to find deals on accommodations and activities, but keep in mind that some businesses may close during this time.

What are some of the best restaurants in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is known for its delicious cuisine, and there are many great restaurants to choose from. Some popular options include Cafe des Artistes, La Leche, and La Palapa. Cafe des Artistes offers fine dining with a French twist, while La Leche is a trendy spot with a creative menu. La Palapa is a beachfront restaurant with a romantic atmosphere and fresh seafood.

What is the nightlife like in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta has a vibrant nightlife scene, with plenty of options for partying or just enjoying a drink. Some popular options include Mandala, La Vaquita, and The Zoo. Mandala is a popular nightclub with multiple levels and a rooftop terrace, while La Vaquita is known for its lively atmosphere and themed parties. The Zoo is a unique open-air club with a jungle theme.

What are some family-friendly activities in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is a great destination for families, with plenty of activities that kids will love. Some popular options include swimming with dolphins, visiting the sea turtle rescue center, and taking a pirate ship tour. Swimming with dolphins is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the sea turtle rescue center offers a chance to learn about conservation efforts. The pirate ship tour is a fun way to explore the coast and enjoy a show.

What is the local transportation like in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta has a reliable and affordable public transportation system. Buses and taxis are readily available throughout the city, and there is also a trolley that runs along the Malecon boardwalk. Uber and other ride-sharing services are also available. If you prefer to explore on your own, you can rent a car or scooter, but keep in mind that driving in Puerto Vallarta can be challenging.

What are some of the best beaches in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is home to many beautiful beaches, each with its own unique charm. Some of the best beaches include Playa Los Muertos, Conchas Chinas, and Yelapa. Playa Los Muertos is a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing, with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. Conchas Chinas is a quieter beach with clear water and rocky coves, and Yelapa is a secluded beach accessible only by boat, with a waterfall and jungle trails to explore.

What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta has a tropical climate, with warm temperatures year-round. The average temperature is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, with high humidity during the summer months. The rainy season runs from June to October, with the most rain in September and October. The dry season runs from November to May, with the most comfortable temperatures from December to February.