Tasting tuba, a refreshing drink
The first thing you should do when you arrive at the malecon of Puerto Vallarta is to try the famous tuba, but what is tuba? Tuba is a refreshing drink made from coconut palm which does not contain any alcohol and is native to Puerto Vallarta.
How is the tuba (drink) made?
This refreshing drink is obtained from the highest part of the coconut palm before it bears fruit, it is usually extracted through dripping and the liquid obtained is left to ferment.
How to prepare the tuba?
The most traditional way to prepare tuba is by adding a few pieces of chopped apple, chopped walnuts, sugar, salt and fermented coconut water.
Visiting the night clubs on the malecon of puerto vallarta
During your vacations in Puerto Vallarta you might like to have a good time during the night, so your best options to have a great time is to go to one of the many nightclubs on the malecon, among them you could find:
- The vaquita
- Mandala
- La Santa
- El señor Frog´s
- Zoo
Top 3 most emblematic places of the malecon of puerto vallarta
Taking pictures at the 4 arches of the malecon puerto vallarta
The 4 arches of Puerto Vallarta's Malecon are another of the tourist attractions of this tourist destination where you can take a lot of pictures and post them on your social networks. Legend has it that these arches were brought from a hacienda located in Guadalajara.
Photos of the 4 arches of puerto vallarta
See the source of friendship
This work of art made entirely of copper was created by an American artist named Bud Bottoms who made the gift to the city of Puerto Vallarta in 1987.
The fountain of friendship in Puerto Vallarta has the meaning of the friendship that exists between the other two cities near Puerto Vallarta, which are Jalisco and Santa Barbara.
How to get to the fountain of friendship in puerto vallarta
The fountain of friendship is located in front of the arches of the Malecon and the main square of Puerto Vallarta. Nearby is also the parish church of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
El caballito, an iconic sculpture of puerto vallarta
The boy on the seahorse is another of the sculptures of the boardwalk that you should post on your social networks, this sculpture was originally lost during a strong storm and which was made by the artist Rafael Zamarripa, when it was lost during the storm this artist was asked to make a larger replica and when it was finished it was placed in 1976.
The pier of puerto vallarta
The pier on the boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta is one of the best views you will have of the Pacific Ocean of Mexico, in this place visitors can discover the tranquility while touring and observing the different cultures and cultures of the region.
Clima en puerto vallarta hoy 18 de September del 2025
Weather in puerto vallarta
The weather in Puerto Vallarta is usually between warm and humid throughout the year, so its temperature is usually between 26°C (79°F). It should be noted that this city has two main seasons which are the rainy season which is usually from the month of June to October, and the dry season starts in November until May, note that over the years these seasons may change.
During the rainy season it is important to take your own recommendations due to frequent rains and some thunderstorms. During the hot season in Puerto Vallarta there are usually cool nights and days, this season is ideal for various activities such as walking on the beach accompanied by some water sports.
| Temperatura promedio de puerto vallarta este 2025 | ||||||||||||
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| Month | Ene | Feb | Mar | Abr | May | Jun | Jul | Ago | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dic |
| High | 29°C (84°F) | 29°C (84°F) | 29°C (84°F) | 29°C (84°F) | 30°C (86°F) | 31°C (88°F) | 32°C (90°F) | 33°C (91°F) | 32°C (90°F) | 31°C (88°F) | 29°C (84°F) | 29°C (84°F) |
| Low | 22°C (72°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 22°C (72°F)t | 22°C (72°F) | 23°C (73°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 23°C (73°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 22°C (72°F) |
Note that the temperatures shown are average temperatures and may change depending on the humidity, altitude and direction of the air in the atmosphere.
Activities that can be done at the malecon in puerto vallarta
During your walk along the boardwalk you can take advantage of various water activities such as a boat ride, snorkeling, surfing or playing volleyball with friends.
It should be noted that some of the activities mentioned above require the hiring of some operators that are located on the boardwalk.
Where and what to eat at the malecon in puerto vallarta?
While touring the boardwalk you can find a wide variety of food and learn about the gastronomy of this wonderful destination, it should be noted that you will find all kinds of food, it will depend on what you choose to eat.
Within the gastronomy of Puerto Vallarta you can find tacos, enchiladas, burritos, shrimp or mixed ceviche, shrimp pozole, zarandeado fish, tamales, tortas ahogadas and birria which is a traditional food of this destination.
Best tours of puerto vallarta
If you visit this destination you can't miss the best tours of Puerto Vallarta, which will leave you with a great experience in your trip, come and get to know Puerto Vallarta.
