Del Mar PV’s guidebook
Amazing Beaches
A hike to Colomitos Beach is a beautiful way to spend the day. There is also a picturesque little waterfall near this beach.
99 locals recommend
Colomitos Beach
A hike to Colomitos Beach is a beautiful way to spend the day. There is also a picturesque little waterfall near this beach.
Nice beach with many eating options, massages and small gift shops. Close by to our property
48 locals recommend
Mismaloya Beach
Nice beach with many eating options, massages and small gift shops. Close by to our property
Boca de Tomatlan is the gateway to all of Puerto Vallarta's virgin beaches. These amazing beaches are not accessible by car, so you go to Boca to catch the water taxi or charter a small Panga boat to take you an a day trip snorkeling and to all these amazing beaches. Highly recommended!! You will not be disappointed.
90 locals recommend
Boca de Tomatlan
Boca de Tomatlan is the gateway to all of Puerto Vallarta's virgin beaches. These amazing beaches are not accessible by car, so you go to Boca to catch the water taxi or charter a small Panga boat to take you an a day trip snorkeling and to all these amazing beaches. Highly recommended!! You will not be disappointed.
My favorite virgin beach located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. No restaurants are available so make sure you take some snacks and your beer!!
8 locals recommend
Caballo Beach
My favorite virgin beach located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. No restaurants are available so make sure you take some snacks and your beer!!
One of my favorite virgin beaches located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. There are some restaurants available.
23 locals recommend
Playa Quimixto
One of my favorite virgin beaches located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. There are some restaurants available.
One of my favorite beaches located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. There are some great beach restaurants here, I like Los Conos.
61 locals recommend
Las Animas Beach
One of my favorite beaches located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. There are some great beach restaurants here, I like Los Conos.
One of my favorite virgin beaches located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains.
22 locals recommend
Playa Majahuitas
One of my favorite virgin beaches located on the south shore or Puerto Vallarta. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains.
The farthest beach to access but one of the most precious gems. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. There is a beautiful waterfall that you can hike to and some great beachside restaurants (Domingos Restaurante is good). This is actually a small town so you will find a variety of activities and shop even lodging is available.
86 locals recommend
Yelapa Beach
The farthest beach to access but one of the most precious gems. It is only accessible by boat or hiking through the mountains. There is a beautiful waterfall that you can hike to and some great beachside restaurants (Domingos Restaurante is good). This is actually a small town so you will find a variety of activities and shop even lodging is available.
Playa Destiladeras is way on the other side of the bay but it is well worth the trip. Spend a whole day here.
44 locals recommend
Destiladeras Nayarit
Carretera Federal la Cruz de Huanacaxtle - Punta de MitaPlaya Destiladeras is way on the other side of the bay but it is well worth the trip. Spend a whole day here.
Love this beach. There is a little restaurant available, as well as table and chair rentals. Only a short 10 min drive at most from the property.
24 locals recommend
Playa Palmares
Carretera Federal 200Love this beach. There is a little restaurant available, as well as table and chair rentals. Only a short 10 min drive at most from the property.
Food scene
Los Conos Restaurant Bar is located at a beautiful southshore beach, Las Animas beach, it is only accessible by boat or long mountain hike. Very good!
Los Conos Restaurant Bar
Los Conos Restaurant Bar is located at a beautiful southshore beach, Las Animas beach, it is only accessible by boat or long mountain hike. Very good!
Super nice elegant dinner with over the top sunset views. Great for any special occasion and only a less than 5 min drive from our property.
82 locals recommend
Le Kliff
Super nice elegant dinner with over the top sunset views. Great for any special occasion and only a less than 5 min drive from our property.
Amazing food and Beer. Highly recommended!!! Great place to hang out with your friends or family.
200 locals recommend
Los Muertos Brewing
302 Lázaro CárdenasAmazing food and Beer. Highly recommended!!! Great place to hang out with your friends or family.
One of our favorite restaurants in all Vallarta. Food is amazing. Definitely a more elegant place for dining. Great for any special occasion. Reservations are a must!!
192 locals recommend
Café des Artistes
740 Calle Gpe. SánchezOne of our favorite restaurants in all Vallarta. Food is amazing. Definitely a more elegant place for dining. Great for any special occasion. Reservations are a must!!
Best Thai restaurant in Vallarta. Food is great and staff is super friendly.
39 locals recommend
Siam Cocina Thai
271 C. Fco. I. MaderoBest Thai restaurant in Vallarta. Food is great and staff is super friendly.
Great Sushi and other asian dishes. Great service!!! We come here almost every week.
25 locals recommend
Yeo Sushi & Bar
260 Av Fluvial VallartaGreat Sushi and other asian dishes. Great service!!! We come here almost every week.
Great place for your local mexican food. Tacos, Quesadillas, Volcanes etc. Try the tacos Al Pastor!!
38 locals recommend
Pepes Taco
145C C. HondurasGreat place for your local mexican food. Tacos, Quesadillas, Volcanes etc. Try the tacos Al Pastor!!
Great little Taco Stand but full of flavor. Try their fish or shrimp tacos either deep fried or grilled.
55 locals recommend
Marisma Fish Taco
320 NaranjoGreat little Taco Stand but full of flavor. Try their fish or shrimp tacos either deep fried or grilled.
Takos Flako
248 C. Fco. I. MaderoGreat local mexican tacos. Small food stand in the Romantic Zone.
Amazing Breakfast spot with beautiful outdoor scenery. Highly recommended.
157 locals recommend
Coco's Kitchen
Amazing Breakfast spot with beautiful outdoor scenery. Highly recommended.
Beachfront restaurant with a great variety of food and drinks. Enjoy the views of the ocean and the pier.
32 locals recommend
Cuates y Cuetes
101 Francisca RodríguezBeachfront restaurant with a great variety of food and drinks. Enjoy the views of the ocean and the pier.
La Bodeguita del Medio
858 Paseo Díaz OrdazGreat Cuban food with live salsa music every night.
We have Gelato from Italy!!! Yes and it tastes great. Highly recommended.
Buonissimo Il Gelato Italiano
101 Paseo Díaz OrdazWe have Gelato from Italy!!! Yes and it tastes great. Highly recommended.
Mariscos 8 Tostadas Estadio
413 Río GuayaquilGreat seafood place.
Sightseeing
Its an iconic and famous scenic formation in the ocean. Beautiful to view and take a pic with.
20 locals recommend
Mirador los arcos de mismaloya
s/n Puerto Vallarta - CihuatlánIts an iconic and famous scenic formation in the ocean. Beautiful to view and take a pic with.
Don't miss walking the famous Malecon. With many restaurants, ice cream, shops and snap a pic with the Puerto Vallarta sign.
770 locals recommend
Malecon Puerto Vallarta
S/N Paseo Díaz OrdazDon't miss walking the famous Malecon. With many restaurants, ice cream, shops and snap a pic with the Puerto Vallarta sign.
Want to explore a cute little town in the mountains with great weather? Visit one of my favorites San Sebastian. It a 1.5 hr drive from Vallarta but well worth it. Try there famous coffee and see the view of Vallarta from their famous high peak La Bufa.
114 locals recommend
San Sebastián
Want to explore a cute little town in the mountains with great weather? Visit one of my favorites San Sebastian. It a 1.5 hr drive from Vallarta but well worth it. Try there famous coffee and see the view of Vallarta from their famous high peak La Bufa.
I love this place. Its corky and has hippy vibes. Also famous for its great surfing. Great place to go explore for the day. Its about 1 hr away from Vallarta.
350 locals recommend
Sayulita
88 Avenida RevoluciónI love this place. Its corky and has hippy vibes. Also famous for its great surfing. Great place to go explore for the day. Its about 1 hr away from Vallarta.
Nature
Vallarta Botanical Gardens
Km 24 Carr. Costera a Barra de NavidadEnjoy a beautiful and peaceful experience outdoors.
Has a variety of activities with amazing views of Vallarta and the mountain side.
24 locals recommend
Canopy River Park
Has a variety of activities with amazing views of Vallarta and the mountain side.
Neighborhoods
Visit this famous area of Vallarta with amazing restaurants, cute shops, and access the the Vallarta Pier
178 locals recommend
Zona Romantica
Visit this famous area of Vallarta with amazing restaurants, cute shops, and access the the Vallarta Pier
City advice
Getting around
Uber or taxi is available for a small fee
We have some personal contacts that are reliable and trustworthy so you can travel with peace of mind.
Ways to save
Los Arcos at the Malecon
There is usually free live entertainment on the weekends here.
What to pack
Bring comfortable shoes
Vallarta is known for its cobblestone streets which look lovely but can be tricky to walk on. I recommend comfortable shoes like tenis or sandals that have a back to them.
What to pack
Bring a Hat
Bring a hat or purchase one here. Very necessary as the sun can get very hot .
Book before you go
Vallarta Adventures
Vallarta Adventures has many activities and are highly recommended. Due to their popularity they can sell out so I would book in advance.
https://www.vallarta-adventures.com/
Don't miss
The Free Fireworks at the Malecon
Everyday around 9-10pm the pirate ship will get close to the malecon and will shoot fireworks.