Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta
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.
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.
Plaza Principal
You can enjoy retail therapy at Plaza Principal during your visit to Puerto Vallarta. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Los Arcos Amphitheater
You can get tickets for a performance at Los Arcos Amphitheater on your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Caballito
Learn about the local history of Puerto Vallarta when you take a trip to Caballito. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this family-friendly area.
Teatro Vallarta
You can get tickets for a performance at Teatro Vallarta during your stay in Puerto Vallarta. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this romantic area.
Things to do
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas
ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
The BEST Zipline Adventure + Speed Boat + Tequila - Los Veranos Canopy
Top hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
"There are a number of good things about this property: location, clean, nice sized rooms, very comfortable beds. However there are two things that soured me. One is that you could not flush toilet paper down the toilet! There was a small covered basket for it. This is my sixth trip to Mexico and ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
El Pescador Hotel
"Había muchas piedras en la playa, se tendría que limpiar la misma para que fuera funcional."
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Rosita Hotel
"Great place"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
"Favi was the best! Gave us great recommendations and also made us feel so welcome. Would definitely come back for favi!"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
"Staff is excellent- this is not about them. Rooms are pretty low grade in that they really need to be re painted- patches every where. The headboards for the beds don’t match the size of the bed: king size bed with queen size headboard. Could only get lukewarm water in the shower- was never hot. ..."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
"I love all their entertainment they had every day, and all the staff was super nice and helpful. Will go back soon !"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Cerro
While Cerro might 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.
Colonia 5 de Diciembre
While visiting Colonia 5 de Diciembre, you might make a stop by sights like Camarones Beach and Playa Las Glorias.
Proyecto escola
If you're spending some time in Proyecto escola, Puerto Vallarta City Hall and Plaza Principal are top sights worth seeing.
Gastronómica
Gastronómica might not have many top sights, but Malecon and Camarones Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Emiliano Zapata
If you're spending some time in Emiliano Zapata, Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island are top sights worth seeing.
Lázaro Cárdenas
Lázaro Cárdenas might not have many top sights, but Playa Las Glorias and Camarones Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
