After Googling "what to do in Puerto Vallarta," most searches and things listed to see pointed directly to the Malecon. The Malecon is basically a sidewalk that runs along the shore in the "old Puerto Vallarta," for about a mile, that's lined with hotels, street vendors, art work, shops, and restaurants.
Some notable but not impressive things to see is the amphitheater - a small, sunken area at the north end that features a set of arches as its backdrop. There are a few sculptures along the way like a seahorse and what looked like a dancing couple. The others were forgettable. I also saw numerous tequila shops, touristy junk shops, and the infamous OXXO chain of 7 Eleven-like convenience stores where I grabbed some much needed lemon iced tea. A street vendor was selling fresh oysters under the bridge; eek no thank you! The further south you go, the more refined it gets, especially with the restaurants (see my review for La Palapa and Daquiri Dick's!) It's a nice, safe walk without too many peddlers. Sunsets are gorgeous.
Definitely take a stroll, but also wander through the streets, and experience PV for all its old...
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Read moreSo much fun, food is delicious! And at night in the opening you get to enjoy live entertainment! It is definitely worth to walk on the boardwalk by the beach, the ocean and the lights when night comes make this place look so beautiful! Visited twice! And I will definitely visit again soon! Totally recommend this boardwalk if you going to be visit Puerto Vallarta in the future; put it on...
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