The boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta is a breakwater and a wide walkway of a kilometer and a half in length facing the sea, which has become one of the main meeting points of the city.
It is, therefore, a promenade that borders the shore of the Pacific Ocean in the center of the city for almost a kilometer and a half, it is a very colorful and entertaining part of the city that has existed since the 1930s.
Enjoy the Malecon
Upon reaching the Malecon there is much to see and enjoy. It is a place that you will have to return to several times at different times.
Starting the day, the boardwalk is a favorite spot for morning joggers or walkers, the air is crisp, the sun rising over the hills is warm but soft, and the light is golden.
You can enjoy the pelicans and seabirds diving for fish, the gentle waves lapping the Malecón beach, then the coffee and other aromas will tempt you to one of Puerto Vallarta's many excellent restaurants.
Practically, anything you are looking for in Puerto Vallarta can be found on the boardwalk or nearby, from shops and restaurants, to entertainment venues and outdoor shows:
- A favorite place to jog or walk
- Restaurants and bars
- The outdoor art gallery
- The Papantla flyers
- Many shows and events
- At night, clubs and bars
- many purchase options
The Arches of the Malecón
The Arcos del Malecón are four large decorative stone arches that were brought to Puerto Vallarta from a colonial hacienda near Guadalajara. Over time, they have become almost as globally recognizable as the El Caballito sculpture.
Located at the southern end of the first section of the Malecón, Los Arcos is the backdrop for the open-air theater located there, where hundreds of children and families enjoy free shows, music and artist festivals, clown shows and even exhibitions of folk dance that take place in this place by the sea.
The letters of Puerto Vallarta on the Malecon
It is a very beautiful sign with colorful letters that spell “Puerto Vallarta”, flanking the iconic “Caballito de Mar” sculpture by Rafael Zamarripa on the central Malecón.
