Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
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 de las Armas
Learn about the local history of Puerto Vallarta when you spend time at Plaza de las Armas. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Plaza Principal
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Principal during your visit to Puerto Vallarta. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Caballito
Learn about the local history of Puerto Vallarta when you spend time at Caballito. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this relaxing area.
Teatro Vallarta
You can get tickets for a performance at Teatro Vallarta on your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
City tour express; butterfly, tequila, and beach an ecological day
Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya
Cabaret Show and Mixology Cocktails in a Mexican Cantina
Top hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Wonderful location on the Malecon just unfortunate construction still in front and side of property really put a damper on the accessibility and noise disturbance. The room itself was nice and updated. My kids enjoyed the Roku streaming features available with the tv. Staff was helpful and able to ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Rosita Hotel
Clean room, friendly and efficient staff. A 25 liter jug of spring water just outside our door, and great ocean view.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Raices Nomadas Boutique Hotel Vallarta
There was exceptional customer service. The rooms were really clean. The views were amazing.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
We had an excellent stay overall. Our room was large and had decent views of the ocean. Partially obstructed with some buildings and cables. Staff was very friendly. The rooftop pool and bar was surprisingly good. We enjoyed sipping margaritas (which were excellent) while watching the sunset over ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Suites La Siesta
Room was very clean and staff were very friendly and helpful. However, it took hours to settle into the right condo. The first condo we got had a lot of items that were unusable, like fans, and microwave, etc. We moved to another condo and the stove had to be turned on with matches. We were told ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique
Great helpful staff. Great location.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Camarones Beach.
Colonia 5 de Diciembre
If you're spending some time in Colonia 5 de Diciembre, Camarones Beach and Playa Las Glorias are top sights worth seeing.
Proyecto escola
While visiting Proyecto escola, you might make a stop by sights like Puerto Vallarta City Hall and Plaza de las Armas.
Emiliano Zapata
While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.
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.
Alta Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Alta Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Playa de los Muertos.
