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Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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Arte Magico Huichol
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
The Huichol were the native tribe who originally inhabited Banderas Bay before the Spanish conquered Mexico, and their culture and art continues in vibrant traditions today. ...
Art Museum
Neighborhood
Historical Landmark
Boat Trip to Yelapa
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
The tiny fishing village of Yelapa, located in one of the southernmost inlets in Banderas Bay, is accessible only by boat, which makes it the perfect way to have a "Robinson Crusoe" style beach adventure. ...
Boat Ride
Boat Tour
Canopy Adventure Park
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Think of ziplines as Disneyland in the jungle, with a dash of nature and eco education thrown in. The fun of Canopy Adventure Park comes when you're flying through the jungle at ear-burning speeds....
Ziplining
Aerial Tour
Casa Kimberley
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Now an upscale Bed & Breakfast hotel, Casa Kimberley was once the romantic home Richard Burton purchased for Elizabeth Taylor after he filmed Night of the Iguana in Puerto Vallarta in 1963....
Snorkeling
Scuba Diving
Boat Tour
Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Our Lady of Guadalupe is the heart of Puerta Vallarta, and you can feel that as you approach it, because it's surrounded by booths selling food, art, religious paraphernalia and by crowds milling around greeting each other in friendly community spirit. ...
Historical Landmark
Scenic Landmark
History Museum
Special Collection
Day Trip to Nayarit
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Nayarit has become so popular with adventure travelers. The beach town of Sayulita is a don't-miss side trip if you're traveling with older kids, while San Francisco is the best beach for surfing, body surfing and riding waves. ...
Snorkeling
Scuba Diving
Boat Tour
Dolphin Encounters
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
There's no doubt that a dolphin swim is likely to be the experience your kids remember most vividly from your trip, for no other reason than that they will have to tell everyone they know about it....
Dolphins
Swimming
Jungle and Waterfall Horseback Ride
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Trail rides are available on the beach, or navigating the steep jungle slopes surrounding Puerto Vallarta. The waterfall ride to Rancho Compomo is a popular favorite, featuring an incredible waterfall where you can swim in cascading pools. ...
Horseback Riding
Malécon Art Walk
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta's Malécon is worth a visit of several hours. not only is it a fabulous people promenade, it's studded by gorgeous statues and other pieces of outdoor art. And no one seems to mind if you climb the statues to pose, which kids love to do. ...
Art Tour
History Museum
Walking Tour
Neighborhood
Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Named for a famous battle between gold and silver miners and natives hungry to share their wealth, "Deadmen's Beach," as Playa de los Muertos translates, is probably the most popular beach for visitors in Puerto Vallarta....
Beach
Historical Landmark
Scenic Landmark
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