Pacific Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Puerto Vallarta featuring rocky coastline, a sandy beach and surf
Puerto Vallarta showing landscape views and rocky coastline
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Where to stay in Pacific Coast

Oaxaca showing a city

Oaxaca Centro

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Churches, museums and art galleries are some highlights of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Oaxaca Textile Museum or Oaxaca Cathedral while you're exploring.

Oaxaca Centro
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Downtown Guadalajara

4/5(7 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Guadalajara. If sightseeing is on the list, Plaza de Armas is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Plaza Universidad Station or San Juan de Dios Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Guadalajara
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Sector L

Sector L might not have many top sights, but Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sector L
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Hotel Zone

Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.

Hotel Zone
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Marina Vallarta

Travellers to Marina Vallarta praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by El Faro Lighthouse and Marina Vallarta Golf Club.

Marina Vallarta
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Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

Amapas
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125, Zona Hotelera Norte, Puerto Vallarta
The price is AU$361 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$361
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,760 reviews)
"Resort was nice, people were friendly. The food was average. I ended up with food poisoning on our last full day 😕"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Zona Hotelera Sur, Puerto Vallarta
The price is AU$453 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$453
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,572 reviews)
"The food wasn't wonderful.. it was good. Just nothing remarkable. I would suggest to this hotel that young children not be allowed in the fine dining restaurants. It is frustrating to make a reservation, get all dolled up, then be seated next to screaming kids in a fine dining area. The kids probably ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Av. de los Cocoteros s/n, Lote LL-Cond-Maestro FI, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,807 reviews)
"Great hotel, great area and the staff were wonderful. My only suggestion is that the activities should be more spread. What I mean with that- live music earlier for families with kids that are not little and live music at the pool should be also for everyone not just on the adult pool. Thank ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

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Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125, Zona Hotelera Norte, Puerto Vallarta
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,760 reviews)
"Resort was nice, people were friendly. The food was average. I ended up with food poisoning on our last full day 😕"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,337 reviews)
"This was our 4th stay at the Tropicana - the location is great - the pool and beach are great - only issue we had is the room we were given was not the room that we reserved and prepaid for - they moved us to the correct room the following day only after we had to make a fuss"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
European Life Style Executive Suites & Gallery
European Life Style Executive Suites & Gallery
3 out of 5
Av Guadalupe 4885, Zapopan, JAL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Zapopan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,874 reviews)
"Front office staff was quite professional,. They have good storage for your belongings should you have to wait for your room due to an early morning check-in. Good, safe area."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

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Popular places to visit

Malecon featuring night scenes, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Malecon

Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

Malecon
Telmex Auditorium

Telmex Auditorium

You can enjoy a show at Telmex Auditorium during your trip to Zapopan. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Telmex Auditorium
Zoologico Guadalajara

Zoologico Guadalajara

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Zoologico Guadalajara home during your travels in Guadalajara. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Zoologico Guadalajara
Lake Chapala

Lake Chapala

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Chapala, a popular spot to commune with nature in Guadalajara. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its live music.

Lake Chapala
Basilica de Zapopan which includes a church or cathedral, a city and a square or plaza

Basilica de Zapopan

4.5/5(2 reviews)

This picturesque sanctuary lights up the town at night and is home to a famous Virgin statue and indigenous artworks.

Basilica de Zapopan
Metropolitan Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Guadalajara Cathedral

5/5(3 reviews)

With its gothic twin spires, this church is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Guadalajara and has a fascinating history.

Guadalajara Cathedral

Cities near Pacific Coast

Aguascalientes which includes landscape views, heritage architecture and a city

Aguascalientes

Palacio de Gobierno which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

Guadalajara

Morelia Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral and a city

Morelia

Oaxaca which includes flowers, a park and a fountain

Oaxaca