Details About Puerto Vallarta

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Experience the warmth of Puerto Vallarta, which is quaint and full of history, yet modern, vibrant, exotic. Discover a destination of relaxing beaches, world class restaurants, and the latest in ecotourism and extreme adventure, in a setting that is internationally recognized for its charm and friendliness, with a backdrop of mountains, rivers, coastline, and emerald green waves of the Pacific Ocean.
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Attractions

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with our intelligent finned friends at the Dolphin Adventure Center. You'll be given an introduction to these friendly mammals. Then, you'll actually have the chance to swim with them in a specially designed pool.

Activities

Whether you come to Puerto Vallarta for only a day on a shore excursion from one of the cruise liners or whether you have the luxury of a week or two in our amazing resort destination, we have a whole myriad of activities for you to choose from. You will find exactly what you’re looking for, including some of the world’s best tours and entertainment, all done with expertise and safety. If you are looking forward to a relaxing day, stroll through historic downtown or along the Malecón. Shop at the Cuale River for souvenirs or near the Malecón for silver, turquoise and opal. Delight in the variety of orchids and other wildlife at the Botanical Garden. Visit the new Los Muertos Pier or an art gallery, or view the yachts at the Marina. Eat at a typical Mexican food or gourmet restaurant. Watch the sun set over the Pacific Ocean.

Adventures

Play the exclusive par-71 golf course at Marina Vallarta Club de Golf. Experience this visual wonder located a short distance from the city and marvel at how the designer has combined the area's natural landscape with a layout designed to test a golfer's skills. Bike past fruit plantations and rustic towns on a 21-speed mountain bike.

Shopping

Mexican arts and crafts are among the finest in the world, and Puerto Vallarta shops are well stocked with them. While in this exciting port, load up on papier mâché decorations, leather goods and rare skins, embroidered cotton blouses, original ceramics, local art and pre-Columbian replicas, and be sure to take home a bottle of Kahlua, the Mexican coffee liqueur. The bay was originally developed as a port to transport silver from nearby mines, and fine sterling silver jewelry still abounds at bargain prices in Puerto Vallarta. (Caution: Please shop at recommended stores for authentic .925 silver.) You will also find great prices on gold and jade jewelry.

Currency

Mexico's currency is the peso (MXN). The $ sign is used to refer to pesos, so don't be shocked at the price tags. Any prices in U.S. dollars are listed as US$ or USD. Many hotels, restaurants and shops also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you a good exchange rate.

 
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