Puerto Vallarta Travel Tips & Essential Visitor Guide 2025

Whether you’re planning your first visit to Puerto Vallarta or returning to this magical destination, our comprehensive travel guide provides expert tips and local insights to ensure an unforgettable Mexican vacation. From navigating the airport to finding hidden gems, we’ve gathered everything you need to know about visiting Puerto Vallarta in 2025.

Essential Planning Tips

Learn more about the bes time to visit Puerto Vallarta

 

Best Time to Visit

Understanding Puerto Vallarta’s seasons is crucial for planning your perfect vacation:

 

  • High Season (November to April)
    • Perfect weather with low humidity
    • Whale watching opportunities
    • Higher prices and larger crowds
  • Shoulder Season (May & October)
    • Excellent deals on accommodations
    • Moderate weather
    • Fewer tourists
  • Low Season (June to September)
    • Best hotel rates
    • Tropical weather with afternoon showers
    • Perfect for budget travelers

Transportation Guide

Book your transportation services 

 

Airport Arrival Tips

  • Book your airport transfer in advance
  • Avoid timeshare salespeople at the airport
  • Clear customs efficiently with these strategies
  • Know the difference between terminals 1 and 2

 

Puerto Vallarta airport Guide

 

Getting Around PV

  • Transportation options comparison
  • Taxi vs. Uber guide
  • Local bus routes and tips
  • Walking zones and shortcuts

 

Accommodation Guide

Best places and destinations in Puerto Vallarta to stay

 

Best Areas to Stay

  1. Hotel Zone
    • Ideal for first-time visitors
    • Beach access
    • Modern amenities
  2. Old Town (Zona Romántica)
    • Perfect for culture lovers
    • Restaurant scene
    • Vibrant nightlife
  3. Marina Vallarta
    • Luxury resorts
    • Golf access
    • Yacht watching
  4. Nuevo Vallarta
    • Family-friendly
    • Wide beaches
    • Resort amenities