Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit Vacations & Travel

Overview

Take a step back in time at Zona Romántica, aka Old Town, picture-postcard Puerto Vallarta where you will find quaint cobblestone streets and colonial architecture. 

Riviera Nayarit, Puerto Vallarta’s tropical neighbor to the north, offer slices of paradise just waiting to be explored. These two destinations are connected by a bridge across the Río Ameca, which forms a natural divide between the Mexican states of Jalisco and Nayarit. Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit share a common bond of sunny shores, picturesque ports, and unforgettable sunsets.

Vacationers seeking world-class beaches, colorful wildlife, charming villages and authentic cuisine will find all that they’re looking for in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, whether it’s a cozy hideaway, a seaside adventure or a festive night on the town. 

What To Do

Visit Puerto Vallarta’s magnificent La Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe, for the traditional hand-ringing of the bells or enjoy a stroll along the beachfront Malecon.

Activate your adventurous side with beach activities on popular Los Muertos beach or enjoy international culinary delights on Restaurant Row.

Take a day trip to the small fishing villages of Bucerías or Sayulita in Riviera Nayarit for gallery hopping, dining, surfing, and relaxing on the beach or shop for handicrafts from the area’s native Huichol Indians.

Explore the Marieta Islands via ferry and snorkel or swim to the world-famous hidden beach in Riviera Nayarit where you can see many species of birds such as the blue-footed booby.