There are an astounding number of things to do in Puerto Vallarta and we've listed many of them here in this section. This is a good place to discover what it is you may want to do during your vacation, be it a few days or, if you are lucky enough, a full month! From bikes and beaches to sail and surf, from delicious dining and seductive shopping to mini-makeovers and never-ending nightlife, Puerto Vallarta has just what you need to make your vacation perfect. Most activities do not need reservations prior to your arrival. You can contact them once you have settled into your room, either through a travel agent in the hotel, via your tour operator or by calling the company directly. You'll most likely find a copy of Vallarta Lifestyles magazine in your hotel room or rental property, which offers comprehensive information on what's happening in Puerto Vallarta.
A New Crown for Our Lady of Guadalupe: The Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the oldest parish in the region and a popular symbol of Puerto Vallarta, has finally received its new crown, which was blessed in a moving ceremony held October 12, 2009.
Alejandro Mondría: The contemporary style of Alejandro Mondria's paintings is a cycle in motion with which he communicates and shares his vision of life.
Art by Design: Aware that good taste is not synonymous with the money spent and that art needn’t be original to look fabulous, gallery owners Jan Lavender and Deborah Acosta are offering a new, customized decorative art service in Marina Vallarta, Art by Design.
Caballito de Mar: A one-of-a-kind collection of antique silver jewelry created by Mexico's most renowned artists from 1910 to the 1980s is now available for sale at Caballito de Mar.
Cassandra Shaw Jewelry: The one-of-a-kind jewelry here is for the woman who dares to make a statement.
Galería Alpacora: Centrally located, Galeria Alpacora offers the finest selections of quality hand-crafted pieces and unique items from Latin-American countries such as Perú, Ecuador, Brazil and Mexico, among others. These unique creations include award-winning Peruvian tapestries, fine alpaca sweaters, stylish Mexican copper, unique gifts and much more, all meticulously created by artists and small workshops that collaborate directly with the owner to maintain the highest levels of craftmanship.
Galería Arte 550: Professional artists Patricia Gawle and Kathleen Carrillo's gallery space is as eclectic as their whimsical ceramic sculptures, paintings and other uniquely created assemblages.
Diamonds International: Make your diamond drams come true at Diamonds International, where you will find some of the world's most perfectly cut diamonds, including the acclaimed Hearts on Fire collection, along with the finest time pieces by Chopard and other designers.
Galería Omar Alonso: Recognized as a leading contemporary art dealer and well known as the first in Puerto Vallarta to handle fine photography, this gallery has become a space for today’s emerging artists, the promising trademark names of tomorrow. It proudly represents highly credentialed artists such as Luis González Palma, Flor Garduño, Olivia Guzmán, Rodrigo Moya and Wouter Deruytter, among others.
Galería Pacífico: Galería Pacífico features some of the stars of the Vallarta art scene, such as highly acclaimed master sculptor Ramiz Barquet and Patrick Denoun, a masterful French painter renowned in Puerto Vallarta and its sister city of Saint Tropez. Other well-known artists based in the area include Brewster Brockman, Marco Alvarez and Alfredo Langarica.
