Free tour

Night Life in Malecon and Romantic Zone

4.89

Excellent(9)

Puerto Vallarta

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: Omar

Registered on 22 September 2023

My name is Omar. I’m a certified General Tourist Guide in Mexico with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. My national license allows me to lead tours throughout the country. I’ve lived and traveled across many regions of our beautiful, mega-diverse, and multicultural nation in search of unique and meaningful experiences. Most of my expertise lies in cultural and nature-based tours, particularly in southeastern Mexico (Yucatán and Quintana Roo), and more recently in Puerto Vallarta and its surrounding areas. I’m truly passionate about Mexican folklore and take great pride in sharing it with the world!

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Come for a walk along the Malecón and let´s head toward Romantic Zone. The main idea is for you to get familiar with the variety of clubs and bars available in both areas, so you can decide where to spend the rest of your night afterwards. This tour is a blend of walking and culture, for you will learn a little bit of history and about certain Colonial or Pre-Hispanic Drinks, found at the Boardwalk or Romantic Zone.

[This tour is very helpful if you take it, on the first or second day of your visit. For you will get valuable information that could be used for the rest of your vacation.]

After the experience, you will be able to find the best locations to enjoy salsa, pop, and some other rhythms in this area. Moreover, we will pass by places where they have karaoke, cabaret shows, go-go dancers, as well as, some R-Rated Spots (We are not getting in!); Everything is in a safe environment! Additionally, you will manage to find the best street food, a place where most nightclubbers go after clubbing...

Some Places that We are going to Pass By: Main área of night clubs and bars at the Malecón, Letters of Vallarta, Main Square, Church, Snack Section of Malecon, Bridge of Rio Cuale, Lázaro Cárdenas Park, Los Muertos Pier, Basilio Badillo Street, Olas Altas Street, The Street Taco Section, as well as, The Heart of Clubs and Bars in Zona Romantica.

IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION

Meeting Point: Tour begins at the north end of the Malecón, by the bench outside McDonald's (across from Hotel Rosita). Use Google Maps if needed!
Time: Starts promptly at 8:30 PM. Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Tour Ends: In the Romantic Zone.

If You're Late:
You can catch up in two spots before the tour moves on:

By the palm tree in front of McDonald's (approx. 10 minutes for intro & overview).
One block south, near the sculptures across from La Bodeguita del Medio (5–10 minutes).

Tour Notes:

This is a premium tour. I commute via Uber and provide tequila shots (approx. $300 MXN per person). Anything extra is considered a tip—your support is appreciated!
Please confirm your attendance. If you can't make it, cancel at least 2 hours in advance to avoid unnecessary prep and travel.

Respect Policy:

We will visit both LGBTQ+ and straight-friendly venues. Groups may be mixed! Respect Is Expected!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Paseo Díaz Ordaz 915, Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico

The meeting Point is outside of McDonald's, by the bench, there is an almond tree next to it. Diagonally across from McDonald's there is the Rosita Hotel. I usually wear a cap and most likely I will have a backpack!

Outside visit

Puerto Vallarta Malecon

Introduction, overall overview of tour, and brief history of Puerto Vallarta.

Outside visit

Voladores de Papantla (The Flying Men)

Start to point out at bars/clubs and also briefly speak about Los Voladores de Papantla (A Non-Intangible Human Heritage!)

Outside visit

Malecon- Bars & Clubs Zone

"This is The Heart of Bars and Clubs on the Malecón! We'll point out and walk by various bars and clubs in this area, including those located one street above."

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).