Puerto Vallarta.

The iconic seafront boardwalk stretches through central Puerto Vallarta, lined with public sculptures, restaurants, and the famous arches. Multiple creators highlight it as the essential starting point for exploring the city.

Puerto Vallarta's iconic crown-topped church is a landmark of El Centro's historic core and appears on nearly every creator's must-see list. Nancy's walking tour goes inside the cathedral and notes its central role in the Old Town.

The main square in front of the cathedral serves as a daytime oasis and an evening dance venue. Per Nancy's walking tour, it sits right across from the famous Malecón arches and anchors the Old Town experience.

A hilltop cross above the Old Town offers panoramic views over the bay and city rooftops. Anna & Karl and Two Gay Expats both include it as a top viewpoint worth the hike.

A riverside walk through the heart of Puerto Vallarta along the Río Cuale. Bo Travels documents a stroll along this local landmark in a dedicated short video.

Puerto Vallarta's most vibrant and LGBTQ+-friendly neighborhood is a hub for restaurants, gay bars, drag shows, and street parties. Two Gay Expats spent significant time here across multiple videos documenting its nightlife, hotels, and food scene.

The most popular beach in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone, steps from gay bars and boutique hotels. The Tryst Hotel is one block away, and Two Gay Expats highlight it as a central gathering spot for LGBTQ+ beachgoers and beach clubs.

The distinctive pier jutting into the bay from the Romantic Zone is a top photo stop and landmark. Anna & Karl list it among Puerto Vallarta's 15 best things to do.

Puerto Vallarta's newest gay-owned adults-only boutique hotel in the heart of the Romantic Zone, featuring rooftop pools, ocean views, drag brunches, and a cocktail bar. Two Gay Expats gave it a full tour review.

One of the legendary gay bars in the Romantic Zone, cited by Two Gay Expats as a staple of Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ+ nightlife scene.

Another legendary gay bar in the Romantic Zone's nightlife strip, named by Two Gay Expats alongside Mr. Flamingo as a must-visit for LGBTQ+ nightlife in PV.

An all-day family adventure aboard a full-scale wooden replica of a Columbus-era ship sailing across Banderas Bay to secluded Majahuitas Beach, with a pirate show, kayaking, snorkeling, banana boat rides, and beach volleyball. Tina Chi Travel covered it across two dedicated videos.

Seasonal whale watching in Banderas Bay is listed by Anna & Karl as one of the top 15 things to do in Puerto Vallarta.

A day cruise to the remote beach village of Yelapa is cited by Anna & Karl as one of Puerto Vallarta's top 15 things to do, offering an off-the-beaten-path escape by boat.

The sea arch rock formations south of Puerto Vallarta make up a marine sanctuary popular for snorkeling. Anna & Karl list it as a top attraction, and Nancy takes the hop-on hop-off bus to see them from the water.

A quieter, rocky-cove beach south of the Romantic Zone recommended by Anna & Karl as one of PV's top 15 spots for a more secluded swim.

A small fishing village and beach just 15 minutes south of Puerto Vallarta, reachable by hop-on hop-off bus. Nancy explores it on foot and stays at Hotel Casa Iguana, a budget option 10 minutes' walk from the sand.

A charming beach town 30–45 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta popular with Canadians and known for its relaxed atmosphere and fresh seafood at local prices. Ayngelina orders shrimp capeado tacos at 50 pesos each at Mariscos Al Chino (operating since 1963), while Tina Chi spends a beach day at the sandy shores.

A high-end steakhouse chain with 40 locations across Mexico, this branch sits in the ultra-modern Marina Vallarta district. Tina Chi describes specialty cocktails and gourmet cuts in a sleek, upscale setting.

A Japanese sushi and teppanyaki restaurant inside the beachfront Marriott Resort in Marina Vallarta. Tina Chi calls the food authentically Japanese and praises the relaxed beach-view atmosphere.

The modern, upscale northern waterfront district anchors Marina Vallarta with yacht slips, restaurants, and hotels. Scottsdale Travel Chick covers it as a beloved area worth exploring on foot.

The second-oldest neighborhood in Puerto Vallarta begins at the north end of the Malecón and stretches up into steep hillside streets lined with luxury homes and condos. Nancy's solo walking tour traces its history and street life.