Independencia Travel Guide
Puerto Vallarta
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Popular places to visit

Malecon
Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

Playa de los Muertos
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and lively bars in this romantic area.

Playa Gemelas
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Los Arcos
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Playa Mismaloya
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Camarones Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Camarones Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do

Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory

City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more

Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya

ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Top hotels in Independencia

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
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Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center
Excellent
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
The staff were amazing. Especially all of the pool staff and restaurant staff.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
The hotel is at 90% perfect, but the bad part is that there’s a small part of area to swim in the beach due to more than 40 boats anchored to the beach, which also makes it dangerous. Plus the fact that they allow kids to enter their. Cantina area is also a very uncomfortable experience to be having ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Room was clean, the staff was amazing. They were super tentative, kind and great hospitality. Jackie and rodulfio really went above and beyond. They were truly amazing.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Hotel Mio Vallarta - Adults Only
Hotel was very nice. Staff was great and pool was a highlight.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Independencia

Garza Blanca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garza Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit Hotel Zone Beach and Playa Las Glorias.

Fluvial Vallarta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fluvial Vallarta and surrounding area, you can visit Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.

Versalles
While there might not be top attractions in Versalles, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon.

Díaz Ordaz
While Díaz Ordaz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon.

Las Glorias
A noteworthy feature of Las Glorias is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa Las Glorias and Hotel Zone Beach.

Lázaro Cárdenas
While Lázaro Cárdenas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Malecon and Playa Las Glorias.
