Puerto Vallarta is one of the favorite destinations of travelers because of its magical beaches, sunsets, and nightlife. We prepared a list of 10 things you can do during your trip to Puerto Vallarta.
1. Walk the Malecón
The Malecón is the main boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta, one could say that it is the most tourist area of the city. Here you will find several handicraft stalls, especially wixarika -huichol art-, several restaurants of typical food of the region as well as places where they serve international food.
You can take pictures at the different sculptures that line the Malecón, you will see artists creating sand sculptures! Do not forget to take a funny picture with the “human statues of sand”.
2. Spend an afternoon at Playa Los Muertos
It is the busiest beach, and for good reason, because it is one of the most beautiful in the port, it is known for the famous seahorse sculpture, made by the artist Rafael Zamarrita.
Here you can rent jet skis or go parasailing over the Bay of Banderas. Stay until sunset and witness how the sun paints the sky in red and orange tones, with the colors reflected in the ocean just adding to the nightly dramatic natural show.
3. Diving in the blue seas
If you are a scuba diver or are interested in learning, do not forget to visit Boca de Tomatlan, El Moro and Isla Corbateña, they are the ideal places to do this activity, you will be surprised by the fabulous marine fauna and flora .
4. Visit the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Our Lady of Guadalupe is one of the main attractions of the city, an architectural symbol recognized throughout the world. You have to make a mandatory visit and admire every detail that adorns this architectural gem.
From the 1st to the 12th of December the Virgin of Guadalupe is celebrated as one of the areas largest festivals each year, between pilgrimages of Catholics and Aztec dances; the square of the church is full of color and aromas of Mexican food stalls.
5. Enjoy the nightlife
If you are traveling with friends or your partner, there is nothing more fun than a night on the town to explore the Puerto Vallarta Nightlife.
6. Fishing on the high seas
Get out of the routine, escape to Mismaloya Beach, the best place to fish, you can find tuna, sailfish, and mojarra. While sailing you will see the beautiful sunset.
7. Sailing on a cruise
Visit Marina Vallarta and get ready to embark on the adventure. This is a tourist complex where there are more than 400 boats waiting to sail the seas. Visit during whale season and have an unforgettable experience.
The area includes shopping centers, hotels, condos, it even has a golf course.
8. Hike the jungle
For all lovers of adventure and nature, nothing better than to enter the heart of the jungle and hear the sound of its fauna. You will find trails that will take you to an incredible waterfall that is 35 meters high.
The access to this jungle is by the Yelapa beach, between Quimixto and Pizota.
9. Practice water skiing
Whether or not you love extreme sports, you have to do water skiing, it’s fun guaranteed; Feeling the wind through your hair and the sea breeze gently hitting your face is a unique experience. The best beaches for skiing are Yelapa and Mismaloya.
10. Take an aquatic kayak tour
Escape to Boca de Tomatlán, the perfect place to practice kayaking, you can explore the shores of the place until you reach the lighthouse area.
