Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Nearby areas in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Downtown/The Malecón (Boardwalk)

The center of activity is in the downtown area. Elegant shops and fine restaurants line the boardwalk, making this the perfect place to take a pleasant stroll and mingle with locals and other tourists. Framed by the picturesque bay, numerous monuments and landmark statues dot the walkway, including Los Arcos (The Arches) and the famous El Caballito (the sea horse). The main square, Plaza de Armas, is just a short walk from what may be Puerto Vallarta's most famous landmark, the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. The cathedral's sculptured stone tower features an illuminated cross held by angelic figures. When lit up at night, the structure can be seen from miles around.

Isla Rio Cuale

Located in the heart of town and flanked by the Rio Cuale, this isle is both a shopper's delight and a quiet haven from the city bustle. Enjoy a day of bargaining with street merchants offering colorful and handmade local arts and crafts in a lush, tropical environment.

La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

Although Puerto Vallarta is not the quaint fishing village it once was, there are still areas where you can cast your line in modest seclusion. "The Cross" is a great getaway for anglers and also hosts a few local restaurants specializing, of course, in seafood.

Playa Los Muertos

This village district of beachfront cafés and ocean vistas became much more accessible with the construction of a bridge across the Rio Cuale, allowing the "old town" of Puerto Vallarta to spill southward. A hot spot under the Mexican sun, this is a simple place to enjoy the beach and sip a margarita while listening to music, catch a courtyard seat for a beach volleyball game, or watch the local fishermen hauling in the day's catch.

For more information about Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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