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Malecon

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 115 attractions in Puerto Vallarta
Traveler Description: Spanish for "waterfront boulevard."
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Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area, Wharf/pier/boardwalk
Address: Parallel to Paseo Diaz Ordaz
extending about 16 blocks from Rio Cuale northeast to 31 de Octubre Puerto Vallarta 48300
Mexico

TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

Reviews of Malecon

( 1-10 of 22 )
4 of 5 stars
Somerset, NJ
May 27, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Just got back from PV and spent alot of time stroling along the Malecon. What a cool little boardwalk along the coastmust be special when there are whales in the bay. Although it was extremly hot (be sure to reapply suntan lotion) even at 7- 8 pm. Me and my g/f had a blast during our stay they had a... more

May 3, 2008

The Malecon was a great place to walk around and explore. There were a lot of gift shops, high end shops and flee market style shopping. There is also a lot of live entertainment and art to see along the walk (don’t forget to tip). The views were beutifal so you do not want to forget your camera. This is... more

5 of 5 stars
Brooklyn, NY
Mar 18, 2008
4/4 found this review helpful

The Malecon is a beautiful waterfront promenade that runs from the beginning of the Centro to the edge of Old Town. Besides some interesting shopping destinations and galleries, it offers free live entertainment, a market offering souvenirs, artwork, and carts selling local food treats. The beach along the Malecon is peppered with some of the most skillful sand sculptors I've... more

4 of 5 stars
Invermere, Canada
Jan 29, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

I really liked where we were It was close to everything always something to do and see and the Melacon was just amazing to see at night and at day more

Jan 19, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

The Malecon and downtown in general are a lot of fun. Plenty of food, drinks, and atmosphere. We ate out every night we were in PV and liked every place we went, except Carlos O'Brien's. We had a coupon for the place so we thought to try it. I should have known by the "Welcome cruise passengers" sign that it... more

May 16, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

A must see, a previous review was incorrect the Margartias are a dollar only 10 pesos! We enjoyed the Cheeky Monkey and have put it on our list of things to do when we return. Its right in the middle of the boardwalk, the view is great for people watching. more

5 of 5 stars
Winnipeg, Canada
May 7, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

The sand sculptures along the beach were amazing and quite interesting. We took several photos. We shopped along the Malecon too and bought some very nice artwork. I had a huge piece of chocolate cake (purchased from a woman selling baked goods on the Malecon) one night and it was fantastic. Some nights there were performers along the Malecon and... more

5 of 5 stars
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Mar 11, 2007
6/6 found this review helpful

Fantastic!! The view and the orchestration to the sunset was the absolute highlight of our trip! This 3rd floor bar serves the best 100 peso beers and margueritas. It certainly was a pleasant surprise (too many!) - and Troy Valens,..he's the owner of the bar and the charm that he displays with all the customers is astonishing! Next time I'll... more

4 of 5 stars
London, Canada
Mar 5, 2007
10/10 found this review helpful

We spent alot of our time walking throughout the Malecon, as our hotel was right near by in the old downtown area. The ocean view is great, we loved seeing all the displays like the hand made sand sculptures that were just beautiful... the statues, the beach, bridges, everything was nice! Lots of places to stop in for a drink,... more

Aug 17, 2006
25/25 found this review helpful

If your down in Puerto Vallarta, I definetely recommend visiting the Malecon "boardwalk". It is truly amazing. The best time to go is after 9pm, that's when there's the most going on there. Every night there are literally thousands of people going up and down the Malecon. On one side of the Malecon there are lots of clubs, bars, and... more

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Parallel to Paseo Diaz Ordaz | extending about 16 blocks from Rio Cuale northeast to 31 de Octubre, Puerto Vallarta 48300, Mexico