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Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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Plaza Principal
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
The gathering place for families in every Mexican city is the central plaza, and Plaza Principal is one of the great ones. This part of town is very picturesque, with cobblestone streets, palm trees, and flower boxes full of bougainvilla everywhere. ...
Flea Market
Neighborhood
Town
Snorkeling Trip to Los Arcos
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Snorkelers and divers worldwide know Los Arcos for the underwater caves beloved by exotic fish, who linger in the shadows there....
Snorkeling
Scuba Diving
Boat Tour
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
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
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
River Cuale Craft Market
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Occupying an entire city block along the paved shoulder of the river between two bridges, this series of indoor/outdoor market stalls at River Cuale Craft Market has every craft, souvenir, or type of clothing you could ask for....
Farmers Market
Souvenir & Gift Store
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
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
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
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