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Nightlife & the Arts in Puerto Vallarta
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Andale
Andale fills up most nights. Crowds spill out onto the sidewalk... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Anthropology
Billing itself as "The Study of Man," Anthropology has nightly... Write a review | Avg. member rating: 1.0/5 |
Dance Clubs, Themed Entertainment | Puerto Vallarta |
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Apaches
Lesbian-owned, lovingly run Apaches is Vallarta's original martini... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Auditorio CECATI
Auditorio CECATI (Centro de Capacitación Turística... Be the first to write a review |
Music | Puerto Vallarta |
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Azul96
Azul96 is one of Vallarta's trendiest new lounges. Downstairs... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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banda municipal
Vallarta's banda municipal serenades its citizens Thursday and... Be the first to write a review |
Music | Puerto Vallarta |
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The Bar Above
It's difficult to categorize The Bar Above, a little place above... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Benefício Annual Para la Biblioteca Los Mangos
Tours, hotel rooms, works of art, and dinner at participating... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Biblioteca Los Mangos
Biblioteca Los Mangos shows art films, musicals, and blockbusters... Be the first to write a review |
Film | Puerto Vallarta |
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Biblioteca Los Mangos
Biblioteca Los Mangos has lots of reasonably priced art classes... Be the first to write a review |
Arts Centers | Puerto Vallarta |
Blanco y Negro 
Blanco y Negro is a wonderful place to have a drink with friends... Be the first to write a review |
Music Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Blue Chairs
In addition to its famous beach scene, Blue Chairs has the popular... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Burro's Bar
Right on the sand across from Parque Lázaro Cárdenas... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Café San Angel
Dark and romantic, albeit open to the winds, Café San... Be the first to write a review |
Cafes | Puerto Vallarta |
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Campeonato Charro Nacional
Charros (cowboys) from all over Mexico compete in the four-day... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Carlos O'Brien's
Carlos O'Brien's is the destination of choice for Vallarta's... Write a review | Avg. member rating: 1.0/5 |
Dance Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Celebration of Independence
The Celebration of Independence is held on September 15 and 16... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Centro Cultural Cuale
You can matriculate mid-session at the informal Centro Cultural... Be the first to write a review |
Arts Centers | Puerto Vallarta |
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Centro Cultural Cuale
The Centro Cultural Cuale sells the work of local artists, has... Be the first to write a review |
Arts Centers | Puerto Vallarta |
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Centro Universitario de la Costa
Inexpensive (or even free) musical and theatrical events are... Be the first to write a review |
Theater | Puerto Vallarta |
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Chez Elena
The rooftop bar of Chez Elena is plain as can be, but the margaritas... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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children's events
During school vacations, children's events, like the release... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Christine
Christine has spectacular light shows set to bass-thumping music... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Cinemark
Easy to access in the heart of the Hotel Zone, Cinemark is on... Be the first to write a review |
Film | Puerto Vallarta |
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Cinépolis
Cinépolis was, until Cinemark showed up, PV's newest theater... Be the first to write a review |
Film | Puerto Vallarta |
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Claudio's Meson Bay
Claudio's Meson Bay is a casual, open-sided, ocean-facing restaurant... Be the first to write a review |
Music Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Club Paco Paco/The Ranch
Club Paco Paco/The Ranch were the gay club pioneers of Vallarta... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs, Themed Entertainment | Puerto Vallarta |
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Constantini Wine Bar
Bon vivants should head for Constantini Wine Bar, the latest... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Cristo de los Brazos Caídos
Cristo de los Brazos Caídos is honored August 30-September... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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de Santos
In addition to pretty good Mediterranean dinners in the ground-floor... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Día de la Marina
June 1 is Día de la Marina. Like other Mexican ports... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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El Faro
At El Faro you can admire the bay and marina from atop a 110-foot... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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El Mariachi Loco
El Mariachi Loco is the place to see mariachi musicians. The... Be the first to write a review |
Themed Entertainment | Puerto Vallarta |
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Evelyn Boren
An artist of worldwide renown, Evelyn Boren lives and works in... Be the first to write a review |
Art Galleries | Puerto Vallarta |
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Festival de Música San Pancho
The four-day Festival de Música San Pancho (San Pancho... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Festival Gourmet International
The Festival Gourmet International is one of PV's biggest events... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Festival Internacional de Cine de Puerto Vallarta
PV's original extravaganza for movie buffs and movie stars alike... Be the first to write a review |
Film | Puerto Vallarta |
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Fiestas de la Virgin of Guadalupe
Puerto Vallarta's most important celebration of faith—and... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Frida
We've heard Frida described as "the gay Cheers of Mexico." It's... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Garbo
Garbo is open nightly after 6. This is not the kind of place... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Garbo
The air is sometimes smoky in tightly sealed Garbo, open daily... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Geckos Pub
Geckos Pub is an unassuming local watering hole with a billiards... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Grupo Folklórico Municipal Xiutla
Under the direction of Professor Carlos Enrique Barrios Limón... Be the first to write a review |
Dance | Puerto Vallarta |
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Hilo
Popular with young, hip vallartenses, Hilo attracts a mix of... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Hotel Alondra
The tallest building around, Hotel Alondra, has a rooftop bar... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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International Film Festival of Puerto Vallarta
The International Film Festival of Puerto Vallarta is a huge... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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J.B.
J.B., pronounced "Hota Bay," is the best club in town for salsa... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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J.B. Golden Times
J.B. Golden Times started off as a salsa club but has since morphed... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Kit Kat
As popular with straights as it is with PV's rainbow crowd, Kit... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Kit Kat Club
The cozy Kit Kat Club has great martinis and a retro feel. Both... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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La Bodeguita del Medio
La Bodeguita del Medio is a wonderful Cuban bar and restaurant... Be the first to write a review |
Music Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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La Cantina
Second-floor La Cantina, while not especially hip, has a good... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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La Iguana
Enjoy Vallarta's original dinner show Thursday or Sunday at La... Be the first to write a review |
Themed Entertainment | Puerto Vallarta |
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La Noche
Thecharming La Noche martini lounge has red walls and a huge... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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La Paloma
An institution for Mexican breakfast, La Paloma has otherwise... Be the first to write a review |
Music Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Las Fiestas de Mayo
Las Fiestas de Mayo (May Festivals) is a traditional three-week... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Mañana
Another club that focuses on the after-hours crowd is Mañana... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs, Themed Entertainment | Puerto Vallarta |
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Memories
Memories is a wonderful little second-story nightspot. Right... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Nikki Beach
Soon after its 2004 inauguration, the sophisticated Nikki Beach... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Old Town artWalk
An annual event since 1996, Old Town artWalk showcases artwork... Be the first to write a review |
Art Galleries | Puerto Vallarta |
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Palácio Municipal
The late Manuel Lepe's 1981 mural depicting Puerto Vallarta as... Be the first to write a review |
Art Galleries | Puerto Vallarta |
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Party Lounge
Party Lounge is open daily after 1 PM for stop-and-go drinks:... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Perrotón
Held for the first time in 2005, the Perrotón (Dog Show)... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Philo's
Philo's is the unofficial cultural center and meeting place of... Be the first to write a review |
Music Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Philo's
Philo's is the unofficial cultural center of La Cruz, north of... Be the first to write a review |
Arts Centers | Puerto Vallarta |
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Pie in the Sky Vallarta
Pie in the Sky Vallarta serves excellent coffee as well as the... Be the first to write a review |
Cafes | Puerto Vallarta |
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Playa Los Arcos
Playa Los Arcos has a theme dinner show Monday, Wednesday, and... Be the first to write a review |
Themed Entertainment | Puerto Vallarta |
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Restaurant Week
Restaurants lower their prices for two weeks at the beginning... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Roxy
With the ambience (or lack thereof) of a small auditorium, Roxy... Be the first to write a review |
Music Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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San Antonio de Padua
Barra de Navidad celebrates its patron saint, San Antonio de... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Santa Barbara Theater
The small Santa Barbara Theater is the place to see English-language... Be the first to write a review |
Theater | Puerto Vallarta |
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Señor Frog's
Called simply "Frog's" by the locals, Señor Frog's is... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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The Shamrock
The Shamrock is open daily after 11 AM. At this Irish-owned pub... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Steve's Sports Bar
With NASCAR on Sunday morning, NFL on Monday night, hockey, indispensable... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Terra Noble
English-speaking artist Alicia Buena gives ceramics and painting... Be the first to write a review |
Arts Centers | Puerto Vallarta |
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Tribu Bar Lounge
Vallartans decided that Tribu Bar Lounge was a bit out of the... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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Vallarta Film Festival
Beginning in late November or early December, the public is invited... Be the first to write a review |
Film | Puerto Vallarta |
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Vallarta Film Festival
The Vallarta Film Festival is anopportunity to see great indie... Be the first to write a review |
Festivals | Puerto Vallarta |
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Versalles
Versalles has six screens. Tickets: $4.... Be the first to write a review |
Film | Puerto Vallarta |
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Victor's Place (Café Tacuba)
Victor's Place (Café Tacuba) is an excellent, inexpensive... Write a review | Avg. member rating: 5.0/5 |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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We Be Sausage Roadhouse Bar & Grill
We Be Sausage Roadhouse Bar & Grill is a pub owned by a Canadian... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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The Zoo
Ready to party? Then head to The Zoo for DJ-spun techno, Latin... Be the first to write a review |
Dance Clubs | Puerto Vallarta |
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Ztai
Beyond its garden restaurant, multi-level Ztai offers curtained... Be the first to write a review |
Bars | Puerto Vallarta |
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