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Since it was founded, Puerto Vallarta has been a destination rich in history, traditions, art, and culture.

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Puerto Vallarta Art and Culture

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Art Galleries

Art Galleries
Puerto Vallarta is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, and for constantly promoting events and exhibitions that have placed this city on an international cultural level. Different downtown galleries collaborate with renowned Mexican and foreign artists, to put together incredible painting, ceramics, blown glass and sculpture collections, as well as other artistic expressions.

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Huichol Art

Huichol Art
Huichol cosmology is present in every art piece that is made by this ancestral indigenous community, and so deities, rituals, visions, chants, and elements of their daily life are imprinted into them. The relevance of this culture is treasured and zealously preserved in different parts of the country. In Puerto Vallarta you can find many Huichol crafts and galleries that feature colorful art pieces from this ancestral community.

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Sculptures and Street Mural Art

Sculptures and Street Mural Art
Puerto Vallarta captivates the heart of everyone who visits, and proof of this is that the bay has become a favorite inspiration site for many great artists, both national and international.
Among this display of talent, you can find the sculptures that embellish the Malecón and different parts of town, which capture the eye of professional photographers and enthusiasts. Discover outstanding artwork like Triton and Siren by Carlos Espino, The Roundabout of the Sea by Alejandro Colunga, In Search of Reason by Sergio Bustamante, or the iconic Boy on the Seahorse by Rafael Zamarripa, just to name a few.
Walk around the city’s streets to admire the murals featuring iconic figures such as Frida Kahlo or Einstein, which have become part of the urban landscape and one of the most recent and favorite tourist attractions.

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Walking Around the Town’s Streets

Walking Around the Town’s Streets
The streets in Puerto Vallarta are filled with details found in every corner, from artistic expressions such as the already mentioned sculptures and mural street art, vendors selling traditional local ice-cold beverages, to open-air performances and musicians that enchant visitors with the sound of their violins, guitars and accordions.
And the list could go on and on.

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Amazing Food

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Chiles en Nogada

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Tamales

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Enchiladas Verdes

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Fajitas de Pollo

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Tacos al Pastor

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One of the best things to do while visiting Puerto Vallarta is relaxing on one of the beaches located in the South Shore.

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Puerto Vallarta Beaches

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Mismaloya

Mismaloya
Mismaloya Beach is a must for both visitors and residents of Puerto Vallarta. This place captivates by its fine golden sand, moderate waves and turquoise waters. Due to its location on the South Shore, getting to this beautiful place takes only 15 minutes by water taxi or yacht (when embarking from the Los Muertos Pier), as well as 30 minutes by car when leaving from the Romantic Zone.

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Boca de Tomatlán

Boca de Tomatlán
Boca de Tomatlán is a hub for transportation to many of the other beaches on this list. This place is picturesque and overlooks a stunning cove of blue water. It is surrounded by patios and restaurants playing lively music, so it is the perfect place to spend an afternoon with the family.

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Colomitos

Colomitos
By far, Colomitos is one of the best beaches in Puerto Vallarta, as it combines isolation and natural beauty. This is a natural refuge of golden sand and emerald green water that invites you to dive and splash around. It is one of those places that make you feel in complete connection with nature, where the green tones of the trees and the blues of the sea merge into the landscape.

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Madagascar

Madagascar
Madagascar is an impressive beach of fine white sands and crystal-clear waters with blue and green tones. This place distinguishes itself by offering and preserving an exotic atmosphere that is reinforced and supported by its secluded, isolated location. It takes its name thanks to its exotic beauty that dates back to the fourth largest island in the world, which is located on the African continent.

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El Caballo

El Caballo
El Caballo Beach is an exclusive natural site located between Madagascar Beach and Las Ánimas Beach. Because of this, it inspires moments of relaxation due to its lush nature, white sand and turquoise waters with gentle waves. There are no restaurants, so travelers should pack snacks and water and prepare to relax in total isolation.

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Las Ánimas

Las Ánimas
Playa Las Animas is truly a slice of paradise near Puerto Vallarta. The sandy beaches seem never-ending and are surrounded by swaying palm trees. Restaurants line the beach, and there are vendors walking up and down the shoreline selling homemade slices of pie and other treats.
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Quimixto

Quimixto
Located after Las Ánimas Beach and before Las Caletas Beach is the small fishing village of Quimixto. This little town also has a quaint, inviting beach area. It is a great choice for travelers who want to escape the crowds. There are some local restaurants to enjoy, as well as little hotels close to the beach for those who want to stay overnight there.

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Majahuitas

Majahuitas
A good plan to enjoy a relaxing day is to set sail for Majahuitas Beach, which offers a private access by sea. In addition, it has incredible natural scenery with golden sand, turquoise waters, gentle waves and a very intimate setting. After enjoying this beach, you can return a little before the sun goes down to admire a magnificent sunset from the boat.

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Yelapa

Yelapa
Yelapa is a quiet coastal town sheltered by the splendid jungle of the Sierra Madre. This micro-destination is presented as the ideal place for all those who seek to escape the city’s hustle and bustle and find the simplicity, tranquility and happiness that rustic life offers at sea. One of the most popular activities in Yelapa is hiking to the waterfall.

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Riviera Nayarit

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Marietas Islands

Marietas Islands
Here you can visit the impressive Playa del Amor (Beach of Love), more typically called Playa Escondida (Hidden Beach). There is also Playa La Nopalera, known for its amazing color, a place ideal for snorkeling and viewing all kinds of cool fish.

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Cerro del Mono

Cerro del Mono
This place is highly recommended for people who love to hike. There are two routes: one for intermediate hikers and another for more experienced ones. Once you reach the top, you will be treated to one of the most jaw-dropping view of the Riviera Nayarit.

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La Alberca de Mar

La Alberca de Mar
Located across from the Palladium Resort in Punta de Mita, La Alberca de Mar is a big must on your list of things to do. It is a saltwater pool depends on the tide, so it’s only possible to swim in it when the waves fill it up.

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Isla del Coral

Isla del Coral
Just 10 minutes by boat from charming Rincón de Guayabitos, you will find this Riviera Nayarit’s gorgeous natural aquarium. This place will knock your socks off with its crystal-clear water just made for snorkeling, swimming or paddle boarding.

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La Tovara

La Tovara 
La Tovara is set in such beautiful surroundings that it will take your breath away and gives you the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of nature’s prettiest landscapes. The crocodiles will serve as your hosts since this is their home, and the birdwatching is spectacular.

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Isla Isabel National Park

Isla Isabel National Park
This natural oasis on Isabel Island is ideal for connecting with nature: You can only get here with a guided tour from San Blas and you have to spend the night, since the tide prevents a round trip in one day. Here you’ll see plenty of fauna including the whale sharks, manta rays, turtles, frigates, seagulls and blue-footed boobies.

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Jalisco's Magical Towns

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Ajijic

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Lagos de Moreno

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Mascota

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Mazamitla

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San Sebastián del Oeste

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Tapalpa

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Talpa de Allende

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Tequila

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Tlaquepaque

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Jalisco

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From the coastal towns to the big cities, you can find kioscos serving as a reminder of each town’s unique traditions and history.

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San Sebastián del Oeste

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Talpa de Allende

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Jalisco Magical Towns

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Jalisco Magical Town

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Tapalpa 
Designated as Magical Town in 2002.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

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Tequila 
Designated as Magical Town in 2003.
Saint James Church.

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Mazamitla 
Designated as Magical Town in 2005.
Saint Christopher Church.

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San Sebastián del Oeste 
Designated as Magical Town in 2011.
Saint Sebastian Church.

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Lagos de Moreno 
Designated as Magical Town in 2012.
Our Lady of the Assumption Church.

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Mascota 
Designated as Magical Town in 2015.
Our Lady of Sorrows Church.
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Talpa de Allende 
Designated as Magical Town in 2015.
Our Lady of the Rosary of Talpa Church.

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Tlaquepaque 
Designated as Magical Town in 2018.
Saint Peter Tlaquepaque Church.

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Ajijic 
Designated as Magical Town in 2020.
Saint Andrew the Apostle Church.
Photo: <a href="https://www.mexicodesconocido.com.mx/el-muro-de-los-muertos-una-maravilla-de-ajijic.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mexico Desconocido</a>.

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