Grammer Family Guidebook Puerto Vallarta
Sightseeing
Experience a stunning array of plants and flowers, swim in the river that runs through the gardens, or enjoy a meal in the excellent restaurant on the grounds.
187 locals recommend
Vallarta Botanical Gardens
Km 24 Carr. Costera a Barra de NavidadExperience a stunning array of plants and flowers, swim in the river that runs through the gardens, or enjoy a meal in the excellent restaurant on the grounds.
One of the best large public beaches in the city, this vibrant beach includes street sellers, water sports, and lots to see.
397 locals recommend
Los Muertos Beach
One of the best large public beaches in the city, this vibrant beach includes street sellers, water sports, and lots to see.
Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe
370 HidalgoA beautiful and iconic symbol of Puerto Vallarta
This small peninsula in the river is a magical secret tucked away in the city. Well worth a visit, but the souvenir sellers there are known for being a bit overpriced.
76 locals recommend
Isla Cuale
This small peninsula in the river is a magical secret tucked away in the city. Well worth a visit, but the souvenir sellers there are known for being a bit overpriced.
Neighborhoods
Zona Romantica includes the Malecon (a boardwalk along the water), Playa Los Muertos and tons of great restaurants. It's also known for being LGBTQ friendly!
178 locals recommend
Zona Romantica
Zona Romantica includes the Malecon (a boardwalk along the water), Playa Los Muertos and tons of great restaurants. It's also known for being LGBTQ friendly!
Food scene
Rated the #1 restaurant in the city, this unpretentious spot is known for its fresh seafood and friendly staff. If you've never tried ceviche, it's fresh seafood marinated in citrus juices! Great casual lunch stop if you're exploring downtown.
18 locals recommend
Cevicheria Juan Tiburón
131 VienaRated the #1 restaurant in the city, this unpretentious spot is known for its fresh seafood and friendly staff. If you've never tried ceviche, it's fresh seafood marinated in citrus juices! Great casual lunch stop if you're exploring downtown.
Healthy fresh casual food; a great place to stop for something lighter during a day of exploring the city.
60 locals recommend
Natureza Restaurante
137 FranciaHealthy fresh casual food; a great place to stop for something lighter during a day of exploring the city.
A tourist favorite, La Palapa's "tropical Mexican" cuisine is served at tables right on the beach.
474 locals recommend
La Palapa Restaurant
105-3 PúlpitoA tourist favorite, La Palapa's "tropical Mexican" cuisine is served at tables right on the beach.
Upscale Mexican cuisine with a nod to traditional local ingredients, known for its ambiance.
19 locals recommend
El Arrayan
344 Calle AllendeUpscale Mexican cuisine with a nod to traditional local ingredients, known for its ambiance.
Upscale tapas in a lovely setting; great for a late afternoon snack between exploring the city and heading back to the resort for a swim or massage!
171 locals recommend
Barcelona Tapas
906 C. MatamorosUpscale tapas in a lovely setting; great for a late afternoon snack between exploring the city and heading back to the resort for a swim or massage!
This monochromatic restaurant takes a fun approach to fancy food - highly photographable and well worth a visit.
127 locals recommend
La Leche
Boulevard Francisco Medina AscencioThis monochromatic restaurant takes a fun approach to fancy food - highly photographable and well worth a visit.
Café des Artistes
740 Calle Gpe. SánchezUpscale Mexican-inspired French
Monzón Brewing Co
239 Venustiano CarranzaGastropub fare and local brews!
Shopping
A wonderful shop for finding a unique treasure to remember your trip - the owner and her husband are treasures too! They'll tell you about local history and culture and help you pick the perfect souvenir.
Lucy's CuCu Cabana
295 Basilio BadilloA wonderful shop for finding a unique treasure to remember your trip - the owner and her husband are treasures too! They'll tell you about local history and culture and help you pick the perfect souvenir.
Right off the Malecon (seaside boardwalk) in central Puerto Vallarta is this adorable and delicious small museum and shop, all dedicated to chocolate - you're in the original homeland of chocolate!
9 locals recommend
ChocoMuseo Puerto Vallarta
128 Josefa Ortiz de DomínguezRight off the Malecon (seaside boardwalk) in central Puerto Vallarta is this adorable and delicious small museum and shop, all dedicated to chocolate - you're in the original homeland of chocolate!
A wonderful place to walk around and see lots of local vendors selling food, jewelry, crafts and more!
75 locals recommend
Olas Altas Saturday Market
Lázaro CárdenasA wonderful place to walk around and see lots of local vendors selling food, jewelry, crafts and more!
Galerias Vallarta Shopping Mall
2920 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio