Give your vacation a boost with a visit to Puerto Vallarta attractions

Variety is the spice of life, and the mark of a good vacation as well. Add some spice to your vacation with a visit to Puerto Vallarta attractions. This lovely area of Mexico features attractions to fill a day or more. So let us show you some of our favorite places to play!

Aquí es Xalixco Centro Folklorico.
At Aquí es Xalixco Centro Folklorico, visitors have the chance to see various aspects of Mexican culture. You will find out what gives Mariachi instruments their unique sounds, watch Don Celso make leather goods, and taste several varieties of tequila. As you make your way through the tequila tour, you will find out why the liquor can only be made in the Mexican state of Jalisco.

Los Arcos
This theater is in the southern end of downtown Puerto Vallarta. There are performances every Sunday and on special holidays in the open-air theater.

Art Along the Malecón
The Malecón is a promenade in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Strolling along, visitors will see various works of art. One of the most famous pieces is a sculpture called "Nostalgia", which depicts a couple gazing out at the bay. Another sculpture, "Boy on the Seahorse," represents Puerto Vallarta.

Gringo Gulch/Casa Kimberly
This neighborhood is full of former U.S. residents. Married actors Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor owned a home here. Named "Casa Kimberly," the home is now a bed and breakfast that offers tours.

La Iguana Mexican Fiesta
La Iguana Mexican Fiesta gives those who live north of the border the opportunity to experience Mexican culture. The attraction offers a Mexican buffet, an open bar with tequila, professional folk dancing, and ranchero singing. Visitors can take home a piñata as a souvenir. The Mexican Fiesta occurs on Thursdays and Sundays from 7 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.

El Jardin Principal
Local bands play for crowds several times a week in this main garden in the historical center of Puerto Vallarta.

Isla Del Rio Cuale
Isla Del Rio Cuale is an outdoor market that has shops, restaurants, and cafes. Make sure you also visit the Museo Arquedogico, which has a collection of Indian artifacts.

Museo Galeria de Manuel Lepe
This museum has the works of Manuel Lepe, who was the pioneer of "naïf" painting. Lepe was known worldwide, and was named the "National Painter of Mexico." Some of the most famous stars and world leaders have collected his works. UNICEF bought the rights to his painting, "Christmas Tree," and now uses it on their Christmas cards. The museum holds some of Lepe's works, and his run by daughter Marcella Lepe.

Nuevo Vallarta
The main draw to Nuevo Vallarta is a shopping center that is on Costa Vallarta. The mall has more than 100 retail stores, and is located next to the Paradise Village Resort.

Old Vallarta
Old Vallarta is several streets full of cafes, crafts, and clothing. Make sure you go into one of the sidewalk cafes and the pier at the end of Francisca Rodriguez Street.