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 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.
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.
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!
ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Deals
Rosita Hotel
Well maintained and organized great staff! Redoing the street so a bit noisy but temporary
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
Staff are nice, room is large, location is convenient. Noisy during sleep time, slow breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
1500 characters is not enough to give a proper review. Check my review on Google if you want detailed information. https://maps.app.goo.gl/C65TaDjwLMcg6xT5A
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
El Pescador Hotel
Todo fue increíble! Era una área bien bonita y el locación fue increíble por el precio y los beneficios de nuestra estancia. Todos que nos ayudaron fueron muy amables y todo estaba limpio y estaban listos para ayudarnos cuando lo necesitábamos.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
Run…DO NOT WALK away from this Hotel! I took a chance on this property, payed extra for the Jet Tub and bottle of wine. No wine. No big deal. 1st thing I do is draw a bath, fills no more than 2 inches with both hot (warm) AND cold water on full blast. I called the Desk and a Maintenance person came, ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
The restaurants on the property felt like higher end restaurants the services starting from the buffet to the restaurants with excellent. The rooms are very spacious and a lot of pools to hang out at.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 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 Teatro Vallarta 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 Malecon and Camarones Beach.
