Popular places to visit
Playa Gemelas
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Playa Mismaloya
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Playa Palmares
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Palmares during your trip to Puerto Vallarta? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Garza Blanca Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Vallarta Zoo
Visit the animals who live at Vallarta Zoo during your trip to Mismaloya. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
Punta Negra Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Punta Negra Beach during your trip to South Zone? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Things to do
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary
Cabaret Show and Mixology Cocktails in a Mexican Cantina
Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
Top hotels in South Zone
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
The staff was great, food was good.. wish we had a better veiw of the ocean
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
Friendly staff, clean rooms, great beach, attentive staff. Beach is west facing so it took til about 1130 AM to get sun.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Costa Sur Resort & Spa
Staff so friendly
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Balcolny overlooking ocean. Meal and drink was great.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
Service was excellent. Roof top pool was great. Spent all our time up there during the day.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Amazing staff and food. a lot of construction going on otherwise very pleasant!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Zone
Conchas Chinas
A noteworthy feature of Conchas Chinas is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Conchas Chinas Beach and Bay of Banderas.
Amapas
If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.
Romantic Zone
Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas.
Alta Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Alta Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Playa de los Muertos.
Benito Juárez
While there might not be top attractions in Benito Juárez, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Playa de los Muertos.
Emiliano Zapata
While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.
