Puerto Vallarta Points of Interest and Useful Information
About the Town
The Malecon
Shopping is best along the Malecon, the seaside main street with many small
shops.
The Market
The Market on the banks of the Rio Cuale sells one-of-a-kind Mexican handicrafts,
clothing, jewelry, food items and more.
Fine Art Galleries
Fine art galleries in Puerto Vallarta are internationally acclaimed and a
"must see".
Nightlife
Whether it's sunset margaritas at a quiet cliff side terrace, or pina coladas
at a lively club. Puerto Vallarta's variety of bars is unsurpassed along the
Mexican Riviera. When the sun goes down, the fun begins at nightclubs and
discos that rival those of any cosmopolitan city.
Dining
When it comes to dining, Puerto Vallarta does it "con gusto." Restaurants
serve up an array of international cuisine, including Mexican, Italian, French,
Argentinian, Cajun, Japanese and more. Choose from casual beach restaurants
to romantic candlelit dinner houses.
Adventures At Sea
Fishing
Fishing is a way of life in Puerto Vallarta. Depending on the season, the
waters of Puerto Vallarta teem with sailfish, marlin, tuna and many smaller
game fish.
Whale Watching
From December through April, experience the thrill of whales up close in the
bay.
Watersports
On the 25 miles of Pacific beaches, enjoy popular watersports including water-skiing,
windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, catamaran and yacht excursions
and more!
Outward Bound
Banderas Bay
The largest natural bay in Mexico and third largest in the world, Banderas
Bay stretches 13 miles across and 47 miles around.
Fabulous Beaches
Puerto Vallarta offers over forty different beaches. From the long "walking"
stretches in the north to the secluded golden sand beaches of the South Zone,
each has its own personality.
Golf
Perfect for your swing on the jungle lined fairways of Los Flamingos Country
Club in Nuevo Vallarta. The Marina Vallarta Country Club also offers great
golf and scenic surroundings.
Resort Areas
Nuevo Vallarta
Exciting area north of the airport that overlooks miles of sandy beaches.
Marina Vallarta
Just south of the airport and home to deluxe hotels, a championship golf course
and world class marina.
Hotel Zone
Action packed area of resorts, restaurants, shops and great beaches between
the Marina and Downtown.
Downtown/Viejo Vallarta
A taste of Old Mexico with historic and cultural sites, diverse dining and
shopping opportunities.
South Zone/Mismaloya
Secluded area with many private coves, hillside villas, deluxe hotels and
fine beaches.
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