Chris's Guidebook
Beach Club
Get the $200 peso per person guest pass. We love the tuna tar tar and the guacamole here. There are usually no children at this beach club. The music is usually not overwhelming which is nice. Staff is friendly and attentive. Servers speak English and Spanish. Front desk staff speaks Spanish but she is the friendliest woman you’ll ever meet.
24 locals recommend
Sapphire
1 MalecónGet the $200 peso per person guest pass. We love the tuna tar tar and the guacamole here. There are usually no children at this beach club. The music is usually not overwhelming which is nice. Staff is friendly and attentive. Servers speak English and Spanish. Front desk staff speaks Spanish but she is the friendliest woman you’ll ever meet.
This is also called Green Chairs. There is not a daily cost, however the staff likes you to order at least 2 beverages while you are there. They also serve food. Please bring your own towels. We have a beach bag provided in the apartment for you. This is typically a no children beach club.
31 locals recommend
Ritmos Beach Café
177 MalecónThis is also called Green Chairs. There is not a daily cost, however the staff likes you to order at least 2 beverages while you are there. They also serve food. Please bring your own towels. We have a beach bag provided in the apartment for you. This is typically a no children beach club.
Neighborhoods
Zona Romantica
This is the heart of old town.
Food scene
Azafrán Restaurante Bar
507 Olas AltasOrder the chocolate mousse.
Mole de Jovita Vallarta
220 B Basilio BadilloEl Santo Taco
219 Basilio BadilloThis place is cash only. Get the Tacos Pastor.
Sonorita Olas Altas
232 Pino SuárezFor a fancy night out this is a wonderful option. Romantic environment with wonderful views. Recommend taking a car there and then walking through the city after dinner.
44 locals recommend
The Iguana Restaurant & Tequila Bar
445 C. ZaragozaFor a fancy night out this is a wonderful option. Romantic environment with wonderful views. Recommend taking a car there and then walking through the city after dinner.
Shows
Wonderful shows and performances all week long. Book through their website and pay via PayPal for tickets. You can also go to the box office daily to purchase tickets in person.
75 locals recommend
Act ll Entertainment Stages
Basilio BadilloWonderful shows and performances all week long. Book through their website and pay via PayPal for tickets. You can also go to the box office daily to purchase tickets in person.
Go see a show here. Many performers throughout the week for all tastes.
51 locals recommend
The Palm Cabaret and Bar
508 Olas AltasGo see a show here. Many performers throughout the week for all tastes.
Piano bar type feel with performers daily. Some shows are free others require tickets. Check their social media on Facebook for updates.
23 locals recommend
Incanto
109 InsurgentesPiano bar type feel with performers daily. Some shows are free others require tickets. Check their social media on Facebook for updates.
Sightseeing
This is a local beach. To show you this area we recommend our local guide to show you how to get there. This is an easy half day excursion and mini hike along the beaches of puerto Vallarta.
46 locals recommend
Conchas Chinas
This is a local beach. To show you this area we recommend our local guide to show you how to get there. This is an easy half day excursion and mini hike along the beaches of puerto Vallarta.
We walk the Malecon for exercise on a daily basis in the morning. Highly recommend.
770 locals recommend
Malecon Puerto Vallarta
S/N Paseo Díaz OrdazWe walk the Malecon for exercise on a daily basis in the morning. Highly recommend.