Puerto Vallarta Attractions, Tours, Classes
Puerto Vallarta offers a vibrant mix of attractions and tours for every type of traveler. Stroll along the Malecón, a scenic boardwalk lined with art, shops, and ocean views. Visit the iconic Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a stunning symbol of the city’s history. Nature lovers can explore the Vallarta Botanical Garden, home to diverse flora and hiking trails. For a unique cultural experience, take a Day of the Dead Cemetery Tour and learn about local traditions and vibrant celebrations. Adventure seekers can enjoy ziplining through lush jungles or take boat tours to Yelapa and whale-watching excursions in Banderas Bay. Food lovers can explore the city’s flavors through guided tasting tours, while those looking to learn something new can join local classes that range from art and dance to wellness and language.
ART VallARTa is an 8000-square-foot artist incubation tank with classrooms, artist studios, local artists’ gallery, an art supply store, a theater, and exhibition area. ART VallARTa is free and open to the public. Come and enjoy a real Puerto VallARTa Experience.
ARTe Vallarta Museo is a dynamic community art space that preserves, educates, inspires the creative arts for all the people of Puerto Vallarta. As a not-for-profit, community-oriented institution, we assure a stable, ethical, technology-driven and inquisitive environment to preserve art history and support all the contemporary arts of the Banderas Bay.
The Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Puerto Vallarta, built between 1930 and 1940, honors Mexico’s patron saint. English and bilingual Masses are held weekly. Her feast day, December 12, features flowers, candles, fireworks, and rosaries, commemorating her 1531 apparition and lasting impact on Mexican faith and identity.
The Malecón is a mile-long esplanade in Puerto Vallarta’s Centro and Zona Romántica. Built in the 1930s, it was rebuilt after Hurricane Kenna in 2002, featuring a wider walkway. Attractions include sculptures, Los Arcos, a lighthouse, restaurants, shops, and vendors, making it a vibrant cultural and commercial hub.
The International Friendship Club (IFC) is a volunteer-run nonprofit in Puerto Vallarta supporting medical, educational, and humanitarian causes. Known for its various tours, including the popular Home Tours, the IFC blends social events with charitable efforts, fostering friendships while making a meaningful community impact.
Established in 2019, Mariposario Jardin Mágico is the only butterfly sanctuary in Banderas Bay. With daily guided tours, it promotes education, conservation, and research to protect pollinators, restore ecosystems, and inspire a deeper connection with nature through community outreach and cultural change.
The Vallarta Botanical Garden is a 130-hectare nature preserve and award-winning Botanical Garden. Founded in 2005, our garden is the perfect place to experience the amazing plants and wildlife of Mexico in a world-class setting. In addition to collections of native plants and orchids, experience dining in true Mexican style at the famous Hacienda de Oro Restaurant.
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