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Old Vallarta

Explore the Quaint Old Vallarta & Romantic Zone

Brimming with shops, restaurants, traditional Mexican architecture, and iconic cobblestone streets, the village-like area known as Old Vallarta and more commonly, the Romantic Zone, is the perfect place to experience authentic Puerto Vallarta. Featuring a popular beach and pier, Playa Los Muertos, visitors can take water taxis to coastal regions in Jalisco or cruises on the bay. Explore the romantic sidewalk cafes, architecture, farmer's markets, flea markets, and more; Old Vallarta is an easy 30-minute drive from the resort.

Old Vallarta

Address

 Downtown Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico 

Distance

Distance from hotel: 5.43 mi

Visit Website for Old Vallarta

Plan your visit

Prices
  • Vary by shop, restaurant, and attraction

HOURS

  • Open 24 hours a day
  • Vary by shop, restaurant, and attraction
Plan Your Itinerary

ATTRACTIONS

  • Los Muertos Pier
  • Mercado Isla Rio Cuale (flea market)
  • Cuale River Bridge
  • El Pulpito & Las Pilitas (rock formations)
  • Gringo Gulch
  • Basilio Badillo (restaurant row)

ACTIVITIES

  • Shopping
  • Dining
  • Sunbathing & Swimming
  • Photography
  • Sightseeing
  • History & Cultural Tours

FAQs

Know Before You Go

What is there to do at Los Muertos Pier?

One of the most popular piers in the area, Los Muertos Pier is the place to go for water taxi service, sailing charters, fishing expeditions, and scenic walks and sunsets. The Los Muertos Pier is also the destination for seasonal fireworks and concerts during major celebrations.

Where can I eat in Old Vallarta?

Although there are restaurants and cafes throughout the region, Old Varrata’s “Restaurant Row,” where you can find more than 30 eateries, including bakeries, coffee shops, specialty shops, and more, is located along Basilio Badillo, a five-block stretch of restaurants and bars.