7 days in Puerto Vallarta Itinerary

Boasting a coastline made for perfectly framed photographs of romantic sunsets, Puerto Vallarta continuously ranks among the world's top tourist resorts.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Galleria Dante and Estudio-Cafe. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Puerto Vallarta: Bucerias (A Broken Art, Bucerias Art Gallery, &more), Vallarta Botanical Gardens (in Cabo Corrientes) and Galeria Coppelia (in El Tuito). There's lots more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, get to know the fascinating history of Zona Romantica, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and view the masterpieces at Galeria Uno.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, read our Puerto Vallarta road trip planning site.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport. In March, daily temperatures in Puerto Vallarta can reach 80°F, while at night they dip to 63°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.