Puerto Vallarta
About 1 hr by plane from Guadalajara
A cobblestone old town on the Pacific, with the Malecón and jungle coves by boat.
Why locals go
The beach weekend by short flight, or about five hours by road.
Visiting Guadalajara?
At 1 hr by plane, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Guadalajara for your flight home.
What to book
- Boat to Yelapa or Las Caletas
- Taco and tequila tour
- Whale watching (December to March)
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunset walk on the Malecón
- Dinner in the hills over the bay
With friends
- Party boat to Las Caletas
- Night out in Zona Romántica
When to go
November to April.