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Puerto Vallarta
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Puerto Vallarta

Pacific-coast Mexican romantic resort

🗓️ Best time: November–April💰 Mid-Range · ~$130/day📍 Mexico
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About Puerto Vallarta

A Pacific Mexican coast resort framed by the Sierra Madre — cobblestone old town (Zona Romántica), the Malecón boardwalk, whale-watching in winter, and a renowned LGBTQ+ scene.

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⭐ Things to do in Puerto Vallarta

Malecón sunset walkLos Arcos snorkelYelapa village boat dayHike to Boca de TomatlánWhale watching (Dec-March)Hidden Beach (Marietas Islands)San Sebastián del OesteSayulita day trip

🍽️ Where to eat in Puerto Vallarta

Real, top-rated restaurants — tap to see hours, reviews and menus.

Pancho's Takos
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Pancho's Takos
★ 4.6 (1,287) · Mexican
 La Palapa
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La Palapa
★ 4.3 (1,094) · Mexican
 Joe Jack's Fish Shack
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Joe Jack's Fish Shack
★ 4.6 (812) · Seafood
 Pepe's Taco
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Pepe's Taco
★ 4.6 (620) · Mexican
 Casa Tradicional
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Casa Tradicional
★ 4.6 (592) · Seafood · Mexican
 Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta
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Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta
★ 4.7 (544) · Tapas Bars · Spanish
 El Dorado Restaurant
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El Dorado Restaurant
★ 4.4 (487) · Seafood
 Café des Artistes
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Café des Artistes
★ 4.3 (467) · French · Mexican
 Coco's Kitchen
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Coco's Kitchen
★ 4.4 (459) · Breakfast & Brunch · Signature Cuisine
 Sonora Grill Prime
$$$
Sonora Grill Prime
★ 4.3 (457) · Steakhouses · Barbeque
 Tuna Azul
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Tuna Azul
★ 4.7 (437) · Seafood · Mexican
 Pipi's
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Pipi's
★ 4.3 (411) · Mexican · Seafood

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✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Walk Zona Romántica; cheap buses; Uber.

💡 Local tip

Dinner cruise to Las Caletas — a bay only accessible by boat.

🛡️ Safety

Tourist areas safe.

🌙 Nightlife

Gay-friendly Zona Romántica; Mantamar; La Vaquita.

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