Lynne’s Puerto Vallarta Guidebook

Lynne
Lynne’s Puerto Vallarta Guidebook

What to do in PV!

What to do in magical Puerto Vallarta!
El Malecon is our beachside boardwalk and the No.1 attraction in the centre of historic Puerto Vallarta, and less than 10 minute walk from Casa Bella Vista! It's a magical place to be, stretching about 11 blocks with free walking tours, artists, tequila tasting, souvenir shops & the famous Palo Volador by day and street musicians, vibrant bars, clubs & fireworks by night. The colors, the sounds, and aromas, all caste their spell and you can end up just walking around for hours snapping pics, enjoying many tasty flavours from breakfast to late dining or maybe a freshly squeezed juice, icy cold Corona or perhaps a slushy Margarita or two!
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Malecon
Malecon
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El Malecon is our beachside boardwalk and the No.1 attraction in the centre of historic Puerto Vallarta, and less than 10 minute walk from Casa Bella Vista! It's a magical place to be, stretching about 11 blocks with free walking tours, artists, tequila tasting, souvenir shops & the famous Palo Volador by day and street musicians, vibrant bars, clubs & fireworks by night. The colors, the sounds, and aromas, all caste their spell and you can end up just walking around for hours snapping pics, enjoying many tasty flavours from breakfast to late dining or maybe a freshly squeezed juice, icy cold Corona or perhaps a slushy Margarita or two!
The heart of Puerto Vallarta, where it all started and the area with most history and things to see and enjoy. From the Malecon to the main plaza, to the Guadalupe church and all the statues along the edge of the sea, shops, sidestreets with restaurants and nightclubs, the small colorful alleys going up the hillsides... El corazón de la ciudad, la parte histórica rica en historia y experiencias para disfrutar, del Malecón a la Parroquia, las esculturas, el mar, tiendas, restaurantes y mucho más. This is Casa Bella Vista neighbourhood~ the place to be.
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Centro
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The heart of Puerto Vallarta, where it all started and the area with most history and things to see and enjoy. From the Malecon to the main plaza, to the Guadalupe church and all the statues along the edge of the sea, shops, sidestreets with restaurants and nightclubs, the small colorful alleys going up the hillsides... El corazón de la ciudad, la parte histórica rica en historia y experiencias para disfrutar, del Malecón a la Parroquia, las esculturas, el mar, tiendas, restaurantes y mucho más. This is Casa Bella Vista neighbourhood~ the place to be.

Sight Seeing

Exquisitley beautiful gardens and a wonderful restaurant too! Spend a few hours or the whole day. *$200 Pesos per person, Children 4 and under, Free *25 Pesos by bus (Approximately 45 minutes or Uber / Taxi)
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Ogrody Botaniczne Vallarta
Km 24 Carr. Costera a Barra de Navidad
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Exquisitley beautiful gardens and a wonderful restaurant too! Spend a few hours or the whole day. *$200 Pesos per person, Children 4 and under, Free *25 Pesos by bus (Approximately 45 minutes or Uber / Taxi)
You can catch an upscale tour or just book with local panga boats at Playa Los Muertos pier. Then enjoy hanging out for the day on Yelapa beach while eating fresh caught seafood and being served your favourite Mexican libations.
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Yelapa
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You can catch an upscale tour or just book with local panga boats at Playa Los Muertos pier. Then enjoy hanging out for the day on Yelapa beach while eating fresh caught seafood and being served your favourite Mexican libations.
Top of my list if you only splash out once in your vacation! Its an unforgettable spectacular show under the stars choreographed and produced by Cirque du Soleil
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Rhythms of the Night
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Top of my list if you only splash out once in your vacation! Its an unforgettable spectacular show under the stars choreographed and produced by Cirque du Soleil
It's a must do activity in Puerto Vallarta! Hike the steps up the mountain to “Mirador de la Cruz” A large cross and terrace sit atop the mountain, providing a panoramic view of the Bay of Banderas. This is one of the classic Puerto Vallarta and its right in Casa Bella Vista's neighbourhood!
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Schody Mirador La Cruz Del Cerro i Trolly
LB Abasolo
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It's a must do activity in Puerto Vallarta! Hike the steps up the mountain to “Mirador de la Cruz” A large cross and terrace sit atop the mountain, providing a panoramic view of the Bay of Banderas. This is one of the classic Puerto Vallarta and its right in Casa Bella Vista's neighbourhood!

Food scene

Puerto Vallarta has one of the best food scenes in the world. Fresh, creative and while Mexican and fusion is my personal fave, there are restaurants featuring flavours for all International Cuisines.
One of our favourite places to eat in Centro Puerto Vallarta, just a few short blocks from Casa Bella Vista...including Guacamole made fresh at your table, lobster tacos and amazing mango margaritas!
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Si Señor
200 Av. El Anclote
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One of our favourite places to eat in Centro Puerto Vallarta, just a few short blocks from Casa Bella Vista...including Guacamole made fresh at your table, lobster tacos and amazing mango margaritas!
Several sleek dining spaces make up Café des Artistes; , an original bistro style restaurant a few short blocks from Casa Bella Vista; the most beautiful and romantic is the courtyard garden with modern sculpture. The main restaurant achieves a contemporary Casablanca feel with glass raindrops and tranquil music. End the night at the clubby cigar bar or Constantini Wine Bar, which offers some 50 vintages by the glass as well as distilled spirits, appetizers, and live music most nights of the week.
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Café des Artistes
740 Calle Gpe. Sánchez
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Several sleek dining spaces make up Café des Artistes; , an original bistro style restaurant a few short blocks from Casa Bella Vista; the most beautiful and romantic is the courtyard garden with modern sculpture. The main restaurant achieves a contemporary Casablanca feel with glass raindrops and tranquil music. End the night at the clubby cigar bar or Constantini Wine Bar, which offers some 50 vintages by the glass as well as distilled spirits, appetizers, and live music most nights of the week.
Fresh & local food, Amazing sunsets , not far from Casa Bella Vista and famous Malecon!
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El Barracuda
1290 Paraguay
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Fresh & local food, Amazing sunsets , not far from Casa Bella Vista and famous Malecon!
Best tacos from only $15mxn ! Fajitas with 150 grams of shrimps $140mxn! check it out... just a short walk from Casa Bella Vista https://pinatastacosvallarta.wixsite.com/mysite
Pinatas Tacos Vallarta
182 Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez
Best tacos from only $15mxn ! Fajitas with 150 grams of shrimps $140mxn! check it out... just a short walk from Casa Bella Vista https://pinatastacosvallarta.wixsite.com/mysite
A lively spot in Old Town! Believe it or not, the Brussel Sprouts are to die for and so is the Mahi Mahi. Breakfast is served all day. Certificate of Excellence!
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Joe Jack's Fish Shack
212 Basilio Badillo
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A lively spot in Old Town! Believe it or not, the Brussel Sprouts are to die for and so is the Mahi Mahi. Breakfast is served all day. Certificate of Excellence!
Just down the street in our Centro neighbourhood is Metate Chocolate & Cafe. Try the Chile En Nogada! (they serve meat and a vegetarian version) The Walnut sauce is incredible. Excellent chocolate too! Many vegan, vegetarian options. Certificate of Excellence!
Metate Café
166-A Hidalgo
Just down the street in our Centro neighbourhood is Metate Chocolate & Cafe. Try the Chile En Nogada! (they serve meat and a vegetarian version) The Walnut sauce is incredible. Excellent chocolate too! Many vegan, vegetarian options. Certificate of Excellence!
Best Restaurant in Mexico, not just Puerto Vallarta! Food , Wine and Service all raved about. A little tricky to find but you'll be glad you went! www.restauranteicu.com
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icu
210 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Best Restaurant in Mexico, not just Puerto Vallarta! Food , Wine and Service all raved about. A little tricky to find but you'll be glad you went! www.restauranteicu.com

Happy Hour

A great place to enjoy 2 for 1 happy hour and the view!
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Bistro Teresa
160 C. Zaragoza
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A great place to enjoy 2 for 1 happy hour and the view!
Best margaritas!
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Pipis
804 Calle Gpe. Sánchez
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Best margaritas!
Happy Hour every day 5-630pm * 2 for 1
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Coco Tropical
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Happy Hour every day 5-630pm * 2 for 1

Active Fun!

Explore your playful & fitness spirit!
Only workout place I know with air conditioning! Zumba, Salsa, Body Builder, Yoga. http://www.thefitclub.mx/
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The Fit Club
130 Ignacio L. Vallarta
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Only workout place I know with air conditioning! Zumba, Salsa, Body Builder, Yoga. http://www.thefitclub.mx/
Camarones Beach (Shrimp beach) is in the heart of Centro Puerto Vallarta. It's a few blocks down the hill from Casa Bella Vista and is awarded the Blue Flag certification, an award given to beaches that are clean, have low levels of pollution (strict standards), offer environmental protection and that have managed to balance human presence without compromising the ecosystem. Excellent sunbathing beach, you'll also enjoy the food and drinks at one of the many bars and restaurants that are on the shores of this beach.
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Camarones Beach
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Camarones Beach (Shrimp beach) is in the heart of Centro Puerto Vallarta. It's a few blocks down the hill from Casa Bella Vista and is awarded the Blue Flag certification, an award given to beaches that are clean, have low levels of pollution (strict standards), offer environmental protection and that have managed to balance human presence without compromising the ecosystem. Excellent sunbathing beach, you'll also enjoy the food and drinks at one of the many bars and restaurants that are on the shores of this beach.
Swim with wild and free dolphins and learn about their amazing life cycles too! www.wildlifeconnection.com
Av. Paseo de la Marina Sur 214
214 Avenida Paseo de la Marina Sur
Swim with wild and free dolphins and learn about their amazing life cycles too! www.wildlifeconnection.com
Yoga and Thai Massage right on the Beach! (or studio) 10 minute walk from Casa Bella Vista, just off the Malecon! Kupari is registered with the Yoga Alliance. http://www.kupuriyoga.com/
Kupuri Yoga
Yoga and Thai Massage right on the Beach! (or studio) 10 minute walk from Casa Bella Vista, just off the Malecon! Kupari is registered with the Yoga Alliance. http://www.kupuriyoga.com/
"Deadmen's Beach," named for legendary pirate raids on the nearby village, is one of the busiest beaches in Puerto Vallarta; Jet ski, Windsurf, Parasail, beach volleyball, beachside peddlers! $40 pesos ($2.usd) by Uber from Casa Bella Vista.
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Los Muertos Beach
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"Deadmen's Beach," named for legendary pirate raids on the nearby village, is one of the busiest beaches in Puerto Vallarta; Jet ski, Windsurf, Parasail, beach volleyball, beachside peddlers! $40 pesos ($2.usd) by Uber from Casa Bella Vista.