17 Top Things To Do In Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is where the jungle meets the beach so you get the best of both worlds in one city. Here are the top things to do in Puerto Vallarta!

EXPLORE EL MALECÓN

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GO OUT ON OLD VALLARTA

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BOAT CRUISE AROUND THE BAY OF BANDERAS

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STREET TACO TOUR

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HEAD TO THE BEACH

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TRY THE THRILLER JET BOARD RIDE

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