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Puerto Vallarta Activities
Architecture
The picturesque "village" Viejo Vallarta, boasts its own architectural styles. Its attractive cobbled streets and adobe houses Puerto with red-tiled roofs highlight the elegance of the Mexican Colonial style.
Arts and Crafts
Puerto Vallarta is an important indigenous handicrafts center, especially those produced by the Huichol Indians, an ethnic group that has learned to conserve its traditions within the atmosphere of progress and tourism that has overcome the city. Of particular note are the pottery and glass-blown objects characteristic of the state of Jalisco. You may actually help produce ceramic objects at Terra Noble where the locals will teach you some of their artistic techniques.
Beaches
Puerto Vallarta is set in the center of this bay, whose 48 km make it one of the largest in the world. It has beaches with fine sand and gentle waves. To the south, the Sierra de Cuale comes right down to the coast with its spectacular cliffs dotted with villas and deep blue bays.
Camping
Camping is one of the many ways of coming into close contact with nature. The best places for camping in Puerto Vallarta are: Koa that has all the facilities; the Trailer Park and the Tchos Trailer Park where you can camp in trailers.
Cuisine
One of the things that make Puerto Vallarta stand out is the large number of restaurants where you can enjoy some of the most succulent dishes you will ever taste. National, regional and international cuisine is available at many restaurants.
Ecotourism
The Los Arcos Marine Ecological Reserve, which consists of a group of three rocks islands, is located in front of Mismaloya Beach and is an area where marine birds reproduce as well as being a refuge for marine mammals and a sample of ocean organisms. This marine life can be observed while diving.
Extreme Sports
For those who like strong emotions, one of the best ways of getting a rush of adrenaline is bungee jumping. In Puerto Vallarta, the place to practice this sport is the Paredon.
Festivals
You can experience an authentic Mexican fiesta here, since it is located in the state of Jalisco, the land of mariachis and tequila.
Fishing
Great deep-sea and freshwater fishing are included among the many attractions at Puerto Vallarta, as this resort is rich in marine fauna. Sailfish, dorado and red snapper fishing are some of the most popular types sport, but the best fishing is done at specific times of the year.
Golf
There are several options for golf enthusiasts in Puerto Vallarta. The Marina Vallarta, the most modern hotel in the region, is about ten minutes from the airport and has a great golf course. One of its advantages is that you can obtain access to this golf course through the Velas Vallarta or the Westin Regina Hotels.
Historical Interests
An extraordinary historic event took place on Playa de los Muertos (The beach of the Dead). Many, many years ago at this spot, there was a fight between gold and silver smugglers and the Indians, leaving the beach covered with dead bodies.
Horseback Riding
A great way to see the countryside, ranches, rural villages and hills surrounding Puerto Vallarta is on horseback. Tours of these sorts of places can be arranged in town. On Sundays, there are organized rides lasting a whole day or, if you prefer, small groups are organized to ride through the Sierra Madre mountains and the surrounding areas that last up to several days.
Museums
Various pre-Colombian objects were found at the Puerto Vallarta archeological site and they are now on display at the local Museum of Archeology. If you want to know more about the history and culture of the place, this museum is a must.
Night Life
Puerto Vallarta has a network of deluxe hotels together with nightclubs on the romantic Paseo de la Marina.
Sailing
The beauty of the sea at Puerto Vallarta is an open invitation to go sailing. Most hotels provide sailing facilities and the necessary safety equipment.
Shopping
Puerto Vallarta has great shopping possibilities. Silver, blown glass, pottery, serapes, clothes, masks and many other handicrafts are just some of the objects you can purchase in the stores on Juarez and Morelos streets in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Shoppers will also delight in Plaza Marina, Plaza Neptuno and Plaza Caracol, among others.
Snorkel & Scuba
One of the best beaches for water sports in Puerto Vallarta is in the Bahia de Banderas. Some of the best places for diving are: Quimixto, on Las Anima Beach, Punta Mita y los Arcos, near Mismaloya Beach, where there is a submarine reserve made up of small islands, reefs and tunnels that are great for snorkeling.
Spas
There is nothing like a good massage to complement the fun and help you stay in shape. Two of the best places for this activity are the Velas Vallarta and Westin Regina hotels.
Surfing
Puerto Vallarta is one of the most visited tourist spots in Mexico. Its beautiful beaches on the coast of the state of Jalisco are the ideal place to practice all sorts of aquatic sports, including surfing.
Water Sports
You can practice all sorts of water sports in Puerto Vallarta fishing, water-skiing, diving, snorkeling and surfing, among others. Most hotels organize these sorts of activities.
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