Off the beaten path · Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

3 Hidden Gems in Puerto Vallarta Most Visitors Miss

The quieter side of Puerto Vallarta, chosen from what travelers actually rate highest once the crowds thin out.

Picked out of the 29 Puerto Vallarta places we track, favoring high ratings over high foot traffic. Updated monthly.

  1. Wow! Facial Bar

    Sight

    Wow! Facial Bar is a cozy skincare studio located on Rodolfo Gomez Street in the heart of Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone (Zona Romantica).

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  2. KORPO

    SightFree entry

    KORPO is a vibrant art gallery located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone (Zona Romántica).

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  3. Plaza Lazaro Cardenas

    LandmarkFree entry

    Plaza Lazaro Cardenas is a charming public square located in the Olas Atlas neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, just steps from the beach.

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