- Mardi Gras/Carnaval. Feb. The parade takes place in the Zona Romantica. You will also see the gay charm around downtown.
- Vallarta Pride Parade. May. The city hosts a large LGBT celebration downtown culminating in the Vallarta Pride Parade along the malecon on Saturday
- Marathon. First weekend of November. Vallarta holds the Half Marathon and 5-km race. Everyone is welcome to enjoy it.
- November Festival. Middle of November. Cocktail parties, wine and tequila tastings, cooking classes, concerts, gala dinners, art expos, screenings
- Virgin of Guadalupe. December 12th. Mexico's patron saint, the Lady of Guadalupe, is celebrated throughout Mexico. Puerto Vallarta's celebration starts around December 1st, Local people, hotel, condominium owners, and organizations go on a pilgrimage parade through downtown around 18:00 until 21:00 everyday. You´ll see traditional dancers, mariachis, bands, and individuals offering tribute to the Virgin. A festival with regional foods and games takes place in the main square.
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Plan a trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — things to do, where to stay, food, transport, and local tips. Start with Los Muertos Beach, Malecón, Las Glorias Beach, Playa De Oro.
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- Stay near a metro line if you plan museum-hopping days.
- Read recent reviews for noise — central streets can be loud at night.
- Flexible cancellation helps when flight times shift.
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Flights in Puerto Vallarta
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- Compare nearby airports — sometimes a short train ride beats a pricey hub.
- Midweek departures are often cheaper than Friday/Sunday peaks.
- Set a flexible ±3 day search when your dates can move.
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Experiences in Puerto Vallarta
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Tours, food walks, day trips and city activities around Puerto Vallarta — book ahead and skip the guesswork.
- Book popular tours early in peak season — small-group slots go first.
- Day trips often include hotel pickup; check the meeting point.
- Look for free-cancellation options if the weather looks unstable.
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Skip lines and grab attraction tickets for Puerto Vallarta — museums, landmarks, and city passes.
- Book popular museums and towers ahead — timed slots sell out on weekends.
- Mobile tickets are usually scanned at the gate; keep offline screenshots as backup.
- Combo passes can be cheaper when you plan 2–3 big sights in one day.
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Transfers in Puerto Vallarta
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Private airport and city transfers for Puerto Vallarta — fixed price, driver waiting for you.
- Pre-book airport transfers when landing late or with heavy luggage.
- Meet-and-greet at arrivals beats hunting taxis after a long flight.
- Confirm child seats / extra stops when you reserve.
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Cars in Puerto Vallarta
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Rent a car around Puerto Vallarta for day trips and countryside — flexible pickup options.
- Compare full-to-full fuel policies — they save hassle at return.
- Check congestion / limited-traffic zones before driving into historic centres.
- Book early for weekends and holidays; automatic cars go first.
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Travel eSIM data for visiting Puerto Vallarta — online as soon as you land, no kiosk queues.
- Install the eSIM before you fly; activate on landing.
- Confirm your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible.
- Keep a small local SIM as backup if you need a local number for calls.