Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

9 Best Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta

The sights travelers rate highest in Puerto Vallarta, with what makes each worth your time.

Order reflects review volume from real travelers, out of 29 tracked Puerto Vallarta places. Refreshed monthly.

The Palm Cabaret and Bar
Entertainment
The Palm Cabaret and Bar is a beloved entertainment hotspot in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone, renowned for its high-energy drag shows, live music, and cabaret performances.
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Bar La Playa
Sight
Bar La Playa is a popular beachfront bar located on Calle Lazaro Cardenas in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone (Zona Romántica).
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Art Vallarta
MuseumFree entry
Art Vallarta is a modern art museum located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on Calle Pilitas.
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The Wellness Room
Sight
The Wellness Room is a tranquil oasis in the heart of Puerto Vallarta, located on Rodolfo Gomez Street between Amapas and Olas Altas.
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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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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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La Traviata
Sight
La Traviata is a cultural venue located on Calle Honduras in Puerto Vallarta's romantic zone, offering a unique blend of opera, classical music, and theatrical performances.
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Terra Noble Art & Healing Center
Sight
Terra Noble Art & Healing Center is a unique retreat nestled in the lush hills of Puerto Vallarta, overlooking Banderas Bay.
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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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Beyond the big names, the categories below cover everything else we track here.

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Off the beaten path

3 hidden gems in Puerto Vallarta

Like Wow! Facial Bar and KORPO, loved by reviewers, skipped by tour groups.

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