Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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 family-friendly area.
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.
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 romantic 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.
Activities
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour
Beachfront Massage Experience in Mismaloya
Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure
Our pick of the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Deals
Rosita Hotel
We have a large suite with a fridge, it was clean and spacious. It was on the first floor, pool and ocean view. Note : your view is a bit obscured through the security fence. Check in was smooth and quick , We were given our room hours earlier than check in time , which we truly appreciated. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
We ended up not staying there, because we felt like it was falsely advertised. We ended up staying at the Planet Hollywood resort.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Very nice, clean and modern rooms in convenient location. Staff are friendly and helpful. Great price. Could not have asked for more.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
El Pescador Hotel
Great little place on the beach. Staff at the restaurant/bar were excellent. No frills place.. but clean and good location walk out and there are 50 places to eat.. taco stands were amazing
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
We stayed for three nights and this gem of a hotel exceeded all of our expectations.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Encino Malecón Centro Puerto Vallarta
A/c was perfect stay was enjoyable views were amazing.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
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 Teatro Vallarta 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 Principal.
Gastronómica
While Gastronómica isn't home to many top sights, Malecon and Camarones Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Camarones Beach.
