Things To Do
Let's Sauce It Up!
Salsa Making Class with Let’s Sauce It Up 🌶️🫑 Looking for a unique and hands-on experience in Puerto Vallarta? Join local hosts Miel and Silvia (https://www.letssauceitup.com) for an authentic Mexican salsa-making workshop that goes far beyond a cooking class. Learn about the history of Mexican chiles, traditional cooking techniques, and the cultural stories behind every ingredient as you create five different salsas from scratch. Whether you’re an experienced cook or have never picked up a molcajete before, this small-group experience is designed for everyone. You’ll taste everything you make, take your salsas home, receive all five recipes, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the flavors and traditions that make Mexican cuisine so special. 🌮✨
Vallarta Food Tours & Tequila Tastings
Looking for a fun way to experience the real Puerto Vallarta beyond the resort? Vallarta Food Tours (https://vallartafoodtours.com) is one of our favorite local recommendations. We especially LOVE the MEXOLOGY tour! Explore the city’s hidden gems while sampling authentic Mexican food, local drinks, fresh ceviche, traditional regional dishes, and family-owned restaurants you might never discover on your own. Along the way, you’ll learn about Puerto Vallarta’s history, culture, and vibrant culinary scene from passionate local guides. 🌮🍹
Experience PV's Culinary Scene
Puerto Vallarta is a culinary paradise: everything from world-class restaurants to out-of-this-world taco stands! In addition to MIGUELA (Fiesta venue), some spots we highly recommend: BIXABEEL KITCHEN (low-key breakfast, dinner...Bob says, "order the carrot cake for breakfast!") San Salvador 435, 5 de Diciembre, 48350 (short walk from Villa Premiere) LA PALAPA (elevated beach-front dining) Los Muertos Beach, Pulpito 105-3, Col. Emiliano Zapata (reservations recommended) NUMŌH (elevated dining) Viena 198, Versalles, 48310 (reservations recommended) ABULÓN (casual seafood) Hamburgo #137 esquina con Palm Spring, Versalles, 48310 GELATO MEX7 (perhaps the best gelato outside of Italy) Río Amarillo 191, Versalles, 48312 TINTOQUE (upscale...Foodies: order the tasting menu!) Aquiles Serdán 445, Zona Romántica, 48380 (reservations recommended) TACOS: - SONARITA (tacos al pastor, a PV specialty!) - LA MUCCA (casual) - TACOS LA CABEZA (street tacos for the brave)
Top Attractions in Puerto Vallarta | Official Tourism Guide
Stroll the iconic Malecón Boardwalk, wander the cobblestone streets of the Romantic Zone, enjoy fresh seafood by the water, or take in one of Puerto Vallarta’s famous sunsets. For adventure seekers, explore Los Arcos Marine Park, take a boat tour, zipline through the jungle, or discover nearby hidden beaches. Prefer to relax? Spend the day at a beach club, spa, or simply soaking up the sunshine along Banderas Bay. Local Favorites: • Malecón Boardwalk • Romantic Zone • Los Arcos Marine Park • Local Markets & Galleries • Boat Tours & Beaches • Nightlife & Live Music • Shopping & Souvenirs • Food Tours & Cooking Classes We hope you enjoy exploring Puerto Vallarta while celebrating with us! 🌴☀️🍹✨