South Zone Travel Guide

Puerto Vallarta
South Zone

Popular places to visit

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Playa Gemelas

5/5(1 review)

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 lively bars.

Playa Gemelas
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Playa Mismaloya

5/5(1 review)

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 top-notch restaurants.

Playa Mismaloya
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Playa Palmares

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Palmares during your trip to Puerto Vallarta? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Playa Palmares
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Malecon

4/5(4 reviews)

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

Malecon
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Los Arcos

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Los Arcos
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International Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in International Convention Center during your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

International Convention Center

Things to do

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Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos

฿1,654
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos
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Unique Experience on ATVs or Razer through the Jungle!

฿4,405
Per adult
Unique Experience on ATVs or Razer through the Jungle!
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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

฿1,130
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim
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El Nogalito Mountain and Waterfall Half-Day Hiking Tour

฿4,089
Per adult
El Nogalito Mountain and Waterfall Half-Day Hiking Tour
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Kayaking Bioluminescence Experience

฿3,026
Per adult
Kayaking Bioluminescence Experience
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Full-Day Experience in Banderas Bay

฿3,489
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Experience in Banderas Bay
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Top hotels in South Zone

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Zona Hotelera Sur, Puerto Vallarta
The price is ฿7,460 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿7,460
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,129 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Carretera Barra de Navidad KM 8.5, Zona, Hotelera Sur. Puerto Vallarta-South, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,674 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿8,674
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Malecon and Playa Gemelas are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (662 reviews)
"The room had blood on the floor and was never cleaned."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Barra de Navidad Km 4.5, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is ฿13,414 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿13,414
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,062 reviews)
"Excelente hotel, muy buen servicio, instalaciones muy bonitas y comida rica en todos los restaurantes"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
The price is ฿17,787 per night from 23 May to 24 May
฿17,787
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (732 reviews)
"We loved our stay. Only disappointment was they are supposed to restock the mini bar every 24 hrs, ours was never restocked even after calling front desk. Also ordered room service on our last morning before checking out, and never received. Waited over an hour."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Km 8 Carretera Barra de Navidad, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is ฿27,986 per night from 20 May to 21 May
฿27,986
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
"I didn’t like how staff would knock, ring doorbell and call at 9ish pm to come by and pick up room service dishes. We were all in bed relaxing and some of us got woken up at the many attempts made to come and pick up room service dishes late at night. This was very inconsiderate."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
The price is ฿17,016 per night from 20 May to 21 May
฿17,016
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The property is nice. The staff is nice except for the waiter at the restaurant that tried to scam an extra tip off my room charge."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around South Zone

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Conchas Chinas

5/5(1 area review)

A noteworthy feature of Conchas Chinas is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Conchas Chinas Beach and Bay of Banderas.

Conchas Chinas
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Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

Amapas
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Romantic Zone

4/5(9 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Olas Altas Street and Los Muertos Pier.

Romantic Zone
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Alta Vista

While there might not be top attractions in Alta Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Olas Altas Street.

Alta Vista
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Emiliano Zapata

While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Olas Altas Street and Los Muertos Pier.

Emiliano Zapata
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Cerro

While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Olas Altas Street.

Cerro

South Zone Travel Guide