Top Puerto Vallarta Art & Culture

Our Photography Workshops are a unique and fun experience for creative people. We are proud to host the only Sunset Photography Workshop in Puerto Vallarta including hands-on assignments such as shooting long silhouettes, learning creative techniques for capturing colorful sunsets, using flash, camera-specific lessons, and more! All skill levels and camera types can benefit from our courses as we tailor our workshops to each individual student’s needs, interests, and skill levels. You can expect to have a better knowledge of exposure and your own camera by the end of the workshop. Our workshops are group learning environments with a demonstration and verbal presentation, but each student will receive personal one-on-one attention during the hands-on portion of the course. In addition to basic exposure and camera settings, you will learn the following: Composition White Balance Using Fast & Slow Shutter Speeds Focus Modes Drive Modes Metering Modes Flash @ Sunset HDR & More!

Use your time in Puerto Vallarta in the best way possible by having a private guide show you two important archeological sites in one day. Stroll the cobbled streets of the Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) of Mascota, and visit its sacred sites before heading to the Guachimontones archaeological zone. There you will discover several examples of the distinctive architectural style of this pre-Columbian settlement at Teuchitlán.

Freestyle Acrylic Painting is a class where you get to do whatever theme of a painting you would like while learning. Do you have a painting idea you would like to paint and would like to do it with the guidance of an instructor? This class is great for a beginner, student or recreational painter who enjoys being around other painters.

Take home more than souvenirs from your stay in Puerto Vallarta during this half-day art class led by professional artist Douglas Simonson. Escape from the midday heat in his Romantic Zone studio as you pick up the basics of color mixing, painting techniques, and more in a hands-on class suitable for all ages and ability levels.

Receive comprehensive lessons that can be applied to all of your photography subjects. Each workshop comes with a detailed handout highlighting all of the topics we covered during the course. All of our students are invited to join our online community where they can continue to receive photography support and participate in our themed challenges. All skill levels and camera types can benefit from our courses as we tailor our workshops to each individual student’s needs, interests, and skill levels. You can expect to have a better knowledge of exposure and your own camera by the end of the workshop. From hobbyist to amateur photographer, or the entrepreneur trying to reach customers with better quality images, our workshops are for everyone! Our courses are designed to focus your attention and develop skills while learning new techniques. Put your expensive camera to good use and finally get out of auto mode!

See the highlights of Puerto Vallarta on a full-day tour that explores downtown, Los Arcos, and Mismaloya Beach. With an expert guide to lead the way, you’ll stroll the Malecón, see gorgeous coastal scenery, and visit a tequila distillery for a tour and tasting. This Puerto Vallarta tour is a great choice for first-time visitors, and it includes pickup and drop-off at local hotels.

After meeting at our location, (listed below) we will have a long exposure demonstration in which you will photograph the traffic of the Romantic Zone to capture motion trails of headlights. We will then walk a few blocks to Los Muertos Pier and apply the same long exposure techniques while shooting the pier. Depending on the date of the workshop you will then either participate in shooting the moon and moonlight photography, or star trails during a new moon. We will discuss both techniques regardless of which we practice. Lastly we will create some images using the technique ‘painting with light,’ in which we will use flash lights to paint and draw onto our images. If available we can shoot the fire dancers at the Blue Shrimp restaurant.

Leave Puerto Vallarta behind to explore one of Mexico's last hidden vestiges: San Sebastián, tucked within the Sierra Madre. On this tour, take in scenes of daily rural life as you travel by comfortable vehicle into the mountains toward this colonial enclave. Meander among its whitewashed structures with your guide, see remnants of its mining past, and simply enjoy a town mostly untouched by tourism. Lunch is included.

One of the Best Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta Deep in the heart of the steamy tropical rainforest at Las Caletas, near a crumbling pyramid, there is a mystical amphitheater where the excitement is waiting for you. As the stars appear in the sky, the spirit world convenes here in a dazzling world-class show that will take your breath away. "SAVIA, the Legend of the 5 Suns" is truly a feast for the senses. Great entertainment, food, and adventure await. As you take your place in our incredible outdoor amphitheater for a show at the pyramid under a serene starry sky. And perhaps you are, for each night in Puerto Vallarta, this is where the spirit world of the ancients once again comes alive! Breathtaking Show and dinner! An explosion of color, sound and spectacle, SAVIA tells a powerful story about the persistence of the human spirit using colorful imagery, music, dance and movement. Legend has it there were four civilizations of humanity prior to ours.

Cycle along Puerto Vallarta's El Malecon boardwalk on this private 2.5-hour bike tour. With just your family and friends, soak up gorgeous views of Banderas Bay and check out landmarks along the way, including the Cathedral, lighthouse and the pier. Visit local-favorite eateries for lunch and ice cream (own expense), and learn about the city’s history and architecture from an informative guide.

Take a private tour to the town of San Sebastien del Oeste. The Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) still retains much of its charm from when it was a thriving mining town. This tour brings you from Puerto Vallarto to the town with a guide and driver who will show you the historical and cultural highlights plus take you to a tequila tasting.

ART VallARTa is excited to announce another season of Watercolor Classes for beginning and advanced students of watercolor taught by Veronica Rangel. Watercolor paint, brushes and paper will be supplied. During each class Veronica Rangel, will demonstrate a featured technique for you to incorporate, if you chose in that days work. This is a class you can join for one or many classes and continue to work on your art work from one lesson to another.

Visit the historic mining town of San Sebastian del Oeste on a full-day, small-group tour from Puerto Vallarta that explores local food, architecture, and culture. Taste tequila at a distillery and sample coffee in an organic coffee factory, stroll through the cobblestone streets of the center, then enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch at a local restaurant. This 6-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Puerto Vallarta, as well as a buffet lunch and guided walking tour, and it’s limited to 15 people for more personal service.

Party like a professional in the cosmopolitan clubs of Puerto Vallarta on a VIP nightclub tour. Slink past the velvet ropes of three of the city’s most exclusive bars and clubs and immerse yourself in the vibrant and vivacious atmosphere with a lively local guide. Dance to prominent Mexican DJs; sip cocktails at reserved private tables; and unwind with an evening of completely unlimited drinks.

Immerse yourself in the magical mysticism of Las Caletas by night with an enchanting evening excursion from Puerta Vallarta. Watch the sun sink into the shimmering sea as you sail to a secluded beach surrounded by rugged rock formations. Dine upon a gourmet 3-course meal by candlelight before watching the renowned Rhythms of the Night show, a stunning spectacle that promises to transport viewers to a spiritual land that time forgot.

Discover Sayulita on this colorful city photo tour, visit the hippie market & enjoy a Mexican lunch.

Learn all about tequila, Mexico's signature beverage, during your visit to Puerto Vallarta. Located in the state of Jalisco, the tequila capital of the world, Puerto Vallarta is the ideal place for the 1.5-hour guided tequila tasting. Sample premium tequilas made from 100 percent blue agave, and choose from three different tasting experiences—the introduction, connoisseur, or mezcal option—depending on your preference. Your tasting guide shares commentary about the cultivation of agave plants, the production of tequila, and more, customizing your tasting to your group's interests.

✢ An Instagram-worthy photo shoot in the historic neighborhood of Downtown. Your vacation photos will have a candid story-telling touch. Perfect for your family vacation, bachelorette/bachelor trip, honeymoon, engagement, birthdays, gender reveal, corporate and incentive groups, etc ✢ Want to make this a surprise proposal? Send us a message. We'll be happy to assist you. ✢ Your friendly photographer has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence ◆ ◆ Price is per party ◆ ◆ 10 guest max.

Start your day with a walking tour of downtown Puerto Vallarta—ideal for a shore excursion or for first-time visitors. Taste authentic Mexican food at a local-approved taco stand, ride a public bus, and take in the sights along the malecon (waterfront promenade). Learn about local culture with visits to the cathedral and the market, and then enjoy a leisurely stroll through Puerto Vallarta's Old Town.

AN AWESOME BATTLE BETWEEN PIRATES ALL NIGHTS ARE CARRIED OUT IN FRONT OF PUERTO VALLARTA MALECÓN If you want to enjoy dinner under the sea, tasting a delicious lobster tail combined with fillet miñón, enlivened with Live Music and enjoy the only night show dedicated to adults who really want to have fun. Then you will have to board our impressive 700-ton Galleon, and navigate the Bay of Puerto Vallarta, where characters with FX makeup, fireworks, a pirate tavern with special effects, 7 delicious dinner options, international open bar, activities and an excellent service, they will make you live the most fun night of your vacation. Remember that when you sail with us, come ready to have fun, since the spoilers are thrown into the sea.

A route that will introduce us to 3 villages and their beaches. Guayabitos-San Pancho-Sayulita At first, we will travel to the village of Guayabitos. We will make a stop to discover the different fruits that are harvested in the region. Arrived at Guayabitos, you will have a free time to enjoy the beach and / or explore its surroundings. Then we will continue our visit to the village of San Pancho. We will tell a little about the history of this coastal village and you will also have a free time to discover this beautiful place: small market, shops, beach, cafes ... Finally, we will drive to the village of Sayulita, famous for surfing. In Sayulita, you can eat at the place of your choice, walk in the colorful streets of the village or relax on the beach. Back to Puerto Vallarta, we will drop you off at your respective hotels.

Visit two of Mexico’s ‘Pueblos Magicos,’ or Magic Towns, on a full-day trip from Puerto Vallarta to Mascota and Talpa de Allende. You’ll explore both villages with an expert guide, from Mascota’s unfinished church to the Our Lady of the Rosary of Talpa, an important pilgrimage place for Mexican Catholics. This 10-hour ‘Pueblos Magicos’ tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Puerto Vallarta, as well as breakfast, lunch, and all transport by climate-controlled vehicle.

Explore El Tuito, the colorful town just south of Puerto Vallarta, on a day trip. Meaning ‘small beautiful valley’ in the Nahuati pre-Hispanic language, El Tuito is just that. Discover the town’s highlights and history with a guide, visit the main square, a botanical garden, an artisan bakery, and sample tequila at the distillery. A Mexican lunch is included midway through the day.

We have certified guides before the Ministry of Tourism. Our vehicles are recent models and all have air conditioning and individual seats for more food for our passengers. All our vehicles are endorsed to provide tourism transportation at the federal level. We take our clients to the best artisan distilleries so that they can experience the process of making tequila in a spectacular way. We have unlimited tasting during the guided tours.