Über Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is a resort city located in the north-western corner of the state of Jalisco in front of Bahia de Fronteras, on the Pacific Ocean. Because of its position, the city has become a chief tourist destination and an important seaport for the country.

Puerto Vallarta’s history dates back to the 1500s when it was discovered by Spaniards. Today, the city still retains its traditional character with cobblestone streets and a colonial downtown area. The city offers around-the-clock activities for people with all interests, tastes, and budgets, because of its large influence of tourists. Apart from its distinguishing palm-fringed beaches, sightful jungles, fancy resorts, and Cosmopolitan infrastructure, Puerto Vallarta is proud of having one of Mexico’s purest waters.

Beside doing a city tour and practice aquatic sports, play golf, or tennis, you could go to some of its nearby beaches, less crowded and with their own attractions. Banderas Bay is full of dolphins and sea turtles. Nuevo Vallarta houses the new marina where you can enjoy peaceful walks and observe wonderful boats. If you are after peace then visit Boca de Tomatlan, a small beach placed in a protected cove. In the surroundings you can spend some time in Rio Horcones, with beautiful streams that end up in the sea and forests. Mismaloya is another of the best-known and conventional beaches in the area.