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Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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