Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Malecon which includes a coastal town, a pebble beach and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

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Malecon

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

Malecon
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Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe

You can learn about the history of Puerto Vallarta with a trip to Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe
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Plaza de las Armas

Learn about the local history of Puerto Vallarta when you spend time at Plaza de las Armas. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Plaza de las Armas
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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.

Caballito
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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.

Plaza Principal
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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.

Teatro Vallarta

Activities

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Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

AU$35
Per adult
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
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Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure

AU$154
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure
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Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour

AU$35
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour
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Signature Taco and Street Food Tour in Puerto Vallarta

AU$98
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature Taco and Street Food Tour in Puerto Vallarta
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City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more

AU$27
Per adult
City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more
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Puerto Vallarta Tequila, Mezcal and Raicilla Experience

AU$23
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Puerto Vallarta Tequila, Mezcal and Raicilla Experience
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Our pick of the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Deals

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
2 out of 5
Paseo Diaz Ordaz #920, Col. Centro, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is AU$88 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
AU$88
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (316 reviews)
"Very nice small hotel with everything you need,nice and clean"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon
3.5 out of 5
CALLE PARAGUAY 1272, Col 5 Diciembre, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is AU$210 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
AU$210
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (564 reviews)
"Loved almost everything about this place. The beds were a deal breaker for me. They’re not good and squeaked so loud it woke me up multiple times when I rolled over in my sleep. Aside from the squeaking, the quality of mattress was a little low for the price of this lovely hotel. The staff was incredible ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon
Rosita Hotel
Rosita Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Paseo Diaz Ordaz 901, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is AU$134 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$134
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall great place to stay. Only thing that could improve is parking. Hotel doesn’t have any parking and have to park on side of hotel and hope they will be an open spot. We stayed a week and were lucky but most won’t be as lucky"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

Rosita Hotel
Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón
Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón
3 out of 5
Av. Mexico # 1125, Colonia 5 de Diciembre, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is AU$153 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$153
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Its old gacv'"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón
El Pescador Hotel
El Pescador Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Paraguay 1117 Esq. Uruguay, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is AU$143 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
AU$143
per night
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy a beach locale, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It was walking distance to El Malecon Vallarta. The staff was friendly. Safe to walk everywhere, taxies parked in front in case you need trabsportation. Street Tacos around the corner at night were fenominal. Loved the ocean view from our room. Small hotel easy and fast to go up and down the ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2024

El Pescador Hotel
Hotel Suites La Siesta
Hotel Suites La Siesta
3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
The price is AU$96 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
AU$96
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (386 reviews)
Great stay in Puerto vallarta
"Completely awesome, second time staying there and didn't disappoint. The people, the views , the restaurant staff, excellent. No A/C no problem opened the sliding doors and let the outside in. Cool breeze coming from the ocean. Low water pressure in the shower but managable."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Hotel Suites La Siesta
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Puerto Vallarta

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Cerro

While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Olas Altas Street.

Cerro
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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.

Colonia 5 de Diciembre
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Gastronómica

While Gastronómica isn't home to many top sights, Malecon and Teatro Vallarta are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gastronómica
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Emiliano Zapata

While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Olas Altas Street and Los Muertos Pier.

Emiliano Zapata
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Romantic Zone

5/5(4 area reviews)

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 Olas Altas Street and Los Muertos Pier.

Romantic Zone
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Alta Vista

While there might not be top attractions in Alta Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Olas Altas Street.

Alta Vista

Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

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