{"id":944,"date":"2016-02-23T12:41:10","date_gmt":"2016-02-23T18:41:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/?p=944"},"modified":"2016-11-29T12:22:32","modified_gmt":"2016-11-29T18:22:32","slug":"puerto-vallartas-beautiful-malecon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/experiences\/puerto-vallartas-beautiful-malecon","title":{"rendered":"Puerto Vallarta\u2019s Beautiful Malecon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Your trip to Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay would not be complete without a visit to the beautiful Malecon.\u00a0 The picturesque boardwalk stretches for over a mile and provides astounding views of the vast Pacific Ocean as it is embraced by the beloved Banderas Bay.\u00a0 The pedestrianized icon of Puerto Vallarta is peppered with bars, restaurants, souvenir shops and jewelry stores tempting visitors to their wares, as well as imposing sculptures and street artists.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Safe and Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-956 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"The Friendliest Town \" width=\"282\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3-840x560.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/photo3-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 282px) 100vw, 282px\" \/><\/a>A safe and friendly area of the city for adventuring tourists to explore at their leisure and locals to hang out in, Puerto Vallarta\u2019s Malecon is one of the most important icons of the city, alongside the bell tower of the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the rocky arches known as Los Arcos. A brisk morning stroll or a romantic walk at sunset are just two ways you might enjoy Puerto Vallarta\u2019s malecon.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Renovations of 2011 <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/vta-nuevo-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-955 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/vta-nuevo-1.jpg\" alt=\"Malecon Renovations\" width=\"278\" height=\"185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/vta-nuevo-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/vta-nuevo-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px\" \/><\/a>If you have been to Puerto Vallarta before, then you might be interested to know that the Malecon underwent some amazing renovations in 2011 to make it a delightful pedestrianized area for people to enjoy without dodging cars and motorbikes. Now the Malecon is decorated with lush flower beds, towering palm trees and trestling bugambilia, many of which were donated by the Vallarta Botanical Gardens. The sidewalks are etched with designs that represent the art of the Wixarika-Huichol people, who are the native indians from the area. Therefore, you will find images of animals, nature and the cosmos as you walk.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sculpture Walking Tours<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/121811_2174.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-954 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/121811_2174.jpg\" alt=\"Sculptures\" width=\"280\" height=\"185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/121811_2174.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/121811_2174-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/121811_2174-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/a>There are also sculptures all along the Malecon boardwalk all of which were made by Mexican artists, most of whom live in the area or have some strong connection with Puerto Vallarta. If you would like to know even more about each of the sculptures, head to Galeria Pacifico and ask about the English tour that will talk you through all of the art on the Malecon. You will learn some interesting information about the history and rich heritage of Jalisco and Nayarit too.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><br \/>\nThe Pier<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pier-los-muertos.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-953 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pier-los-muertos-1024x672.jpg\" alt=\"Los Muertos Pier\" width=\"273\" height=\"179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pier-los-muertos-1024x672.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pier-los-muertos-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pier-los-muertos-768x504.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/pier-los-muertos.jpg 1189w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 273px) 100vw, 273px\" \/><\/a>If you are looking for more places to explore, you can always take ferry trips from the modern pier that you can find as you walk towards the Old Town along the Malecon.\u00a0 There are many fabulous uncharted beaches worth seeing to the south of Puerto Vallarta which can only be accessed by the use of small boats.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Amphitheater for Entertainment <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/IMG-0650-ABR10octt-h4.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-951 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.garzablancaresidences.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/IMG-0650-ABR10octt-h4.jpg\" alt=\" Amphitheatre at Puerto Vallarta Boardwalk\" width=\"267\" height=\"177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/IMG-0650-ABR10octt-h4.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/IMG-0650-ABR10octt-h4-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><\/a>For some free outdoor entertainment, visit the amphitheater next to the main plaza where shows are held each day. You can also find community classes of yoga here on Saturday mornings.The amphitheater is easy to find as it is near the well known Our Lady Of Guadalupe church and is beneath some concrete arches.\u00a0 You will also find fellow visitors, artisans, vendors, street show entertainers, expats and local people here to make your visit a truly memorable one.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your trip to Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay would not be complete without a visit to the beautiful Malecon.\u00a0 The picturesque boardwalk stretches for over a mile and provides astounding views of the vast Pacific Ocean as it is embraced by the beloved Banderas Bay.\u00a0 The pedestrianized icon of Puerto Vallarta is peppered with bars, restaurants, souvenir shops and jewelry stores tempting visitors to their wares, as well as imposing sculptures and street artists. Safe and Friendly A safe and friendly area of the city for adventuring tourists to explore at their leisure and locals to hang out in, Puerto Vallarta\u2019s Malecon is one of the most important icons of the city, alongside the bell tower of the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the rocky arches known as Los Arcos. A brisk morning stroll or a romantic walk at sunset are just two ways you might enjoy Puerto Vallarta\u2019s malecon. &nbsp; Renovations of 2011 If you have been to Puerto Vallarta before, then you might be interested to know that the Malecon underwent &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":960,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[117],"tags":[187],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.garzablancarealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/120911_1835.jpg","yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v15.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Puerto Vallarta\u2019s Beautiful Malecon | Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Your trip to Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay would not be complete without a visit to the Beautiful Malecon a picturesque boardwalk that stretches for over a mile.\" \/>\n<meta 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