Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Popular places to visit
Malecon
Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.
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.
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 relaxing 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 family-friendly area.
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.
Puerto Vallarta City Hall
Puerto Vallarta City Hall is just one of the places to see in Puerto Vallarta, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure
Puerto Vallarta: Aquaventuras Water Park
Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Deals
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Very clean. Attentive staff. Great location
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón
It was very nice
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Encino Malecón Centro Puerto Vallarta
Place had lots of history , but super clean .friendly staff , can’t beat the location . Close to all the fun night life you can handle within walking distance , the Malecon is just around the corner too . Definitely will be back
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Rosita Hotel
the room was clean and the shower a lot water, nice.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
Staff are excellent! Check in was an absolute breast and pleasure! They are a well oiled establishment!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique
What a gem of a hotel! The staff was lovely, the breakfast was tasty, the room was clean and the pool was amazing! I would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
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 de las Armas.
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 Malecon and Playa Las Glorias.
Alta Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Alta Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Playa de los Muertos.
