Mexico · first visit

First Time in Puerto Vallarta: What to See & Do

Pacific sunsets over Banderas Bay — a cobblestone old town, whale season, and Mexico's friendliest beach city. The essential first-timer's hit list for Puerto Vallarta — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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Top experiences in Puerto Vallarta

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2h 30m

Sea Turtle Release – A Puerto Vallarta Conservation Adventure

Sunset Sea Turtle Release – A Puerto Vallarta Conservation Adventure Join local conservationists on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta as you witness the magical moment when baby sea...

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $75 a person

3h 30m

Winner 2026 Downtown Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours

Get ready to become a local!

Top-rated · 5.0★
Bestseller

From $59 a person

10 min to 1h

Puerto Vallarta Roundtrip Shuttle Airport Transfer

To make the most of your vacation in Puerto Vallarta, be sure to book shared roundtrip airport transfers and save both time and money!

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $32 a person

Visit to the church of Our Lady of Guadalupe

7h to 8h

Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour

Fall in love with Puerto Vallarta!

Top-rated · 4.7★
Free cancellation

From $30 a person

Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

Discover the magic of Puerto Vallarta aboard the VallarTour Bus!

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Half-day

From $32 a person

Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure

Do you want to see Puerto Vallarta as a local and experience a private ATV tour that fits you and your family's needs?

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $116 a person

City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more

If you have never visited downtown Vallarta, it is likely that when you see them you will not believe that a place like this existed in Mexico.

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Instant confirmation

From $10 a person

6h 30m

Ziplining, Waterfalls, and Speedboat Tour in Puerto Vallarta

More than just an adventure, this experience has earned global recognition, featured on National Geographic and Travel Channel, and awarded TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 'Best...

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $69 a person

30 min

Transportation from PVR Airport to Nuevo Nayarit

Private luxury transportation from Puerto Vallarta International Airport to your destination in new Nayarit formerly called Nuevo Vallarta.

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Instant confirmation

From $134 a person

Puerto Vallarta City Tour

The best way to explore Vallarta, a walking tour with an expert guide leading you on a journey through the streets of this beloved vacation destination in the Mexican Pacific.

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Instant confirmation

From $20 a person

Puerto Vallarta Jungle Zip-Line Tour and Canopy Adventure

In recent years, our Park has deservedly earned the trust and respect of colleagues and guests for its high levels of professionalism and safety.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $55 a person

Learn what local Mother Nature has to offer

Butterfly Sanctuary & Museum Guided Tour in Puerto Vallarta

Our project began in 2019 and was created with love and passion for butterflies and nature.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $28 a person

3h 30m

Sierra Madre ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

Travel by ATV through quaint Mexican villages and along the Cuale River into the lush Sierra Madre Mountains.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $81 a person

Chocolate Workshop (Bean to Bar Experience) in Puerto Vallarta

Come and learn how to make chocolate !

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $63 a person

Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta

Embark on the ultimate winter whale watching expedition across Banderas Bay aboard a spacious double-decker catamaran!

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $99 a person

Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting

Experience an authentic adventure in the Sierra Madre de Puerto Vallarta with the 3-hour Dirty Monkey Tour.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $94 a person

Puerto Vallarta Luxury Yacht Tour: Snorkeling, Open Bar and Lunch

This tour offers a world of exclusivity, providing access to a luxurious Leopard catamaran that guarantees the ultimate in comfort and style.

4.6★ · 778 reviews
Free cancellation

From $89 a person

6h 30m

Full-Day Trail to 6 hidden Beaches, Colomitos & Snorkel

Discover the hidden beaches close to Puerto Vallarta for an amazing vacation and Instaworthy sights—places only locals can visit.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $38 a person

Finca 18 Puerto Vallarta Tequila Tour + Chocolate Pairing

This tour is a standout experience, set in a rich historical location along the old El Camino Real and hosted by a family with over 150 years of roots in Puerto Vallarta.