Things to do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: The Best Beaches

April 16, 2022 Leonarda Pillsbury

Strolling, shopping, and sipping tequila along the Malecon boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta is the best way to kick off your vacation. Then hit the cobblestone streets of Old Vallarta to browse the flea market for handmade crafts. The calm, warm waters of the Bay of Banderas make for excellent diving, or you can just watch artists sculpt spectacular creations in the sand. The cluster of fine art galleries in El Centro are perfect spots to hit on a self-guided art tour.
Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta

1. Gemelas

Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 14 reviews

Gemelas

This "Twin" beach is actually two small beaches at the bottom of the Sierra Madre Mountains.

2. Vamonos Hike Pv

Las Animas 509, Jardines Del Puerto, Puerto Vallarta 48315 Mexico +52 322 175 8201
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Vamonos Hike Pv

3. Playa de los Muertos

El Centro (Off Calle Olas Atlas), Puerto Vallarta 48380 Mexico
Excellent
52%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,167 reviews

Playa de los Muertos

"Deadmen's Beach," named for legendary pirate raids on the nearby village, is one of the most-frequented beaches in Puerto Vallarta.

Reviewed By lorriebrooks3

The Playa Los Muertos extends to either side of the downtown pier and extends towards the Rui Cuale. This very sandy beach boasts moderately high waves to play in, beach chairs to sit and sip at, and a variety of activities including paddle boarding, kayaking, para-sailing, and, of course shopping from the beach vendors. A perfect space to spend a relaxing day before heading out for the local night life:)

4. Punta De Mita

Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Excellent
52%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 351 reviews

Punta De Mita

Reviewed By 180mariao - Oakland, United States

We have stayed at the St. Regis in Punta De Mita several times and just loved this little area. The beach area is stunning and especially beautiful. The little town has a few restaurants and our favorite is the Blue Shrimp. It is about a 45 minute car ride to get there from the airport.

5. Playa Las Gemelas

Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 239 reviews

Playa Las Gemelas

Reviewed By Skrijabin - Bratislava, Slovakia

our friend has a condominium here, its a private beach i think, beautiful water, sandy beach, very clean water. just loved Playa las Gemelas

6. San Pancho

Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Excellent
71%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

San Pancho

Reviewed By 608hg - Sandpoint, United States

Visited as part of a day trip. Nice beach and local vendors. Very colorful location. People were friendly.

7. Playa Los Camarones

Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Excellent
50%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 28 reviews

Playa Los Camarones

Also known as "Shrimp Beach," this is a quieter place to relax in the sun as it's further away from downtown than most beaches.

8. Playa Boca de Tomates

Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Excellent
48%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 153 reviews

Playa Boca de Tomates

Reviewed By pvstan

There are a few.restaurants on the beach. We walked about 1/2 mile on beach from end of Marina Golf course. Ate at 2nd restaurant (Had a yellow awning) Met a wonderful woman with her daughtband spent 3 hours enjoying our.meal with their company. 1 1/2 kilo barbecue red snapper served with tortillas. Had beer and they give all the tequilla you can drink, free! Best eating experience I have had in PV. Can get there by cab, just South of Vidanta. Highly recommend. I went for late.lunch but they are open late. Don't miss it.

9. Playa Conchas Chinas

Carr. Costera a Barra de Navidad Km. 2.5, Puerto Vallarta 48399 Mexico
Excellent
33%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
67%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 3 reviews

Playa Conchas Chinas

10. Playa Las Glorias

Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio S/N, Puerto Vallarta 48300 Mexico
Excellent
0%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
40%
Poor
20%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 5 reviews

Playa Las Glorias

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