3 Best Sights in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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We've compiled the best of the best in Puerto Vallarta - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Plaza Central de Bucerías

This small plaza right in front of the Parish of our Lady of Peace is where local families come to hang out and spend time outdoors. Dozens of family-run taco stands are to be found, as well as a some basic restaurants and fresh juice shops.

Plaza de Armas

The Plaza de Armas, or Main Square, is a perfect spot to relax. Enjoy an ice cream by the gazebo or a Mexican snack sold by stall vendors in one of the many benches around. The city hall is on one side, the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe on the other, and, in the background, the malecón. On Thursday and Sunday at 6 pm, everybody dances to the sound of danzón while listening to the Municipal Bands.

Plaza Principal

Walk around the plaza, where old gents share stories and kids chase balloons. Couples dance the stately danzón on Thursday and Saturday evening as the band plays in the wrought-iron bandstand. The town produces ceramics, saddles, and raicilla, a relative of tequila made from the green agave plant (tequila comes from the blue one).

Plaza/Square
Corner of Av. Hidalgo and Calle 5 de Mayo, Mexico

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