We can all agree that what makes Puerto Vallarta world known is that it's a beach destination, that its incredible resorts are paired with any other luxury hotel in the world, that has a huge variety of amazing beaches that even give us turquoise waters and that tourists from all over the world come here looking for sun, relaxation and party. And all of this is true, but there's also another side to the story, the artistic and cultural side of Puerto Vallarta, probably an unknown and unexplored side by our visitors but with a really strong presence in the city and that it's definitely worth paying a visit.
Something very characteristic of Downtown Puerto Vallarta is the art galleries, there are tons of them and each and every single one of them is worth a visit because they all offer something particular that you will love.
One of the most beautiful and varied in its catalogue is MannMade without a doubt, located on Guadalupe Sánchez street, the same street where you will find many of the galleries in town, that doesn't only sell fantastic paintings and sculptures but a wonderful selection of interior design and furniture pieces that you won't believe; besides the place itself can be considered a work of art, its ambiance and feeling are unique so you will want to buy everything and more, you will want to stay and live there.
Another amazing gallery in town is Córsica, a huge space where classic and modern art coexist, from national and international artists, that has an outdoor patio that refreshes all senses. Also located on Guadalupe Sánchez
street is a classic that can't be missed on your visit to Downtown.
One of the newest galleries in the city is Arte 94, specialized in contemporary art. They just had their big opening and we can already see it packed with art lovers looking for unique pieces. Arte 94 is small but cozy and you will be attended personally by its owner Andrés Rivera who will make you feel like a lifelong friend. Located on Aldama 162, it's a must in
your art tour through the city.
We recommend you to follow Vallarta Art Walk social media where you will be able to follow this initiative that shows all the artistic offer these galleries bring us in a fun and dinamic way.
But it's not necessary to walk through a gallery to see art in Vallarta because it's everywhere while you walk in the streets! The malecon is embellished by these incredible sculptures work of renowned artists like Mathis Lídice, Pedro Tello, Jonás Gutiérrez or Sergio Bustamante and we're sure that you'll want a picture in every one of them because they are so instagrammable.
We also want to highlight that urban art is so in in Puerto Vallarta and the streets in Downtown and the Romantic Zone are
flooded with impressive and colorful murals related to national and world topics. A true
spectacle aywhere you walk.
So now you know that Vallarta is not only sun and party, it's time you get to know its cultural side because we're sure you'll love too.
