From the ocean to the hills, the charm and magic of Puerto Vallarta will captivate you as it has thousands of visitors from all corners of the globe. This is a photographer's paradise as you will discover wending your way through the Old Town, riding horseback through the jungle or sailing the broad expanse of Banderas Bay on a swift catamaran.

From Bahia de Banderas one sees an impressive view of  El Cerro, Central Puerto Vallarta  - from the Malecón on the waterfront to the lofty homes on the emerald hills of the Sierra Madre.

We present here just a small collection of sights and scenic wonders.

Browse through these photographic gems, or, for a more detailed view, visit our special interactive map of the Old Town. Better still, come on down and discover all of the delights for yourself.
 

Exploring the cobblestone byways of the Old Town you can discover many hidden delights - don't let sore feet be one of them! Wear comfortable and sensible footwear.

   
The famed arches, Los Arcos, on el Malecón with the bell tower of the Cathedral de la virgen Guadalupe. No - not a house of worship unless shopping is your religion! This is one of the local shopping malls!

Caballo del Mar, one of the famous bronze statues that adorn el Malecón, the beachfront promenade.

   
Pepe's Restaurant is a local favorite The restaurant atop El Faro Lighthouse above the marina is usually packed at sunset. We wonder why?
Gringo Gulch is a hilly district of the Old Town of Puerto Vallarta - don't miss the Liz Taylor/Richard Burton villas joined by the locally named "The Bridge of Screams!" Cash or credit card?
  Los Arcos in  Bahia de Banderas is readily accessible by a short boat trip or the near by beach by land access   Cave rock at Los Arcos a much favored spot for snorkelling

Naturally, these are but a tiny sampling of what awaits you. We have not begun to show you what lies just outside the bay or the immediate area, such as the original set for the movie that put Puerto Vallarta on the international map, Night Of The Iguana. You will have to come and find them!
  Low tide at Punta de Mita reveals a colorful spectacle
   
  Every day a new masterpiece is painted on the living canvas of Bahia de Banderas
   

Photo © by Rafal K. Komierowski