Are you wondering if Puerto Vallarta is a gay-friendly destination? It’s true! In fact, for more than 60 years Puerto Vallarta has established itself as one of the LGBT community’s favorite places to visit. Puerto Vallarta is often called The Friendliest City in the World, and many people regard it as the gay capital of Mexico. The warm and friendly people are very welcoming to visitors of all kinds. Therefore, Puerto Vallarta is the perfect place to enjoy a super fun, gay-friendly vacation, too. Located on Mexico’s Pacific coast in Banderas Bay, the citie’s Zona Romántica is the main gay area of Puerto Vallarta. Also known as Old Town, this is where you’ll find the best gay bars and clubs and some of the city’s best restaurants, too. Both expats and travelers will love visiting Old Town Vallarta. Keep reading more below about why Puerto Vallarta is a great place for a gay-friendly vacation.
Puerto Vallarta a Gay Friendly Destination
Besides being Mexico’s most popular LGBT beach resort town, there is literally so much to see and do in Puerto Vallarta. In addition to their lively gay bar scene, Puerto Vallarta tons of amazing restaurants, art galleries, world-class spas, and more. No visit to Puerto Vallarta is complete with an evening stroll along the iconic Malecon boardwalk. Along the way, you’ll see tons of restaurants, bars, shops, and art sculptures as well. As far as the best gay bars in Puerto Vallarta, there are tons of options to choose from. In fact, there are more thanM, 20 cantinas, clubs, and drag cabarets in Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town. In addition, there also chic gay beach clubs which make a great place to spend a day soaking up the sun. In general, tourism peaks during the months between November through April when the weather is just perfect.
Top Puerto Vallarta Gay Bars To Visit
If you’re wondering which are the most popular gay bars and clubs to visit, here are some of the most popular spots. Mr. Flamingo is an open air bar that has cute waiters and plays great music. If you’re in the mood to dance, definitely go to Mr. Flamingo. At La Noche, you can find talented drag queen shows and impressive pole dancers, too. For a laid back vibe, head to Margarita Cantina for a cocktail or cold beer. Paco’s Ranch is one of the oldest gay bars in Puerto Vallarta, and a great place to dance all night long. Also, there are wonderful gay cabaret acts held at local establishments such as The Palm Caberet & Bar. If you want a more laid back vibe, travel at the beginning or end of high season to enjoy a more affordable vacation and quieter atmosphere on the beach and streets.
Gay-Friendly Events in Puerto Vallarta
In late January, Puerto Vallarta’s bear week attracts beefy, scruffy men, and their admirers. Next, the Puerto Vallarta Carnival runs late February to early March and is a huge street party which includes a parade featuring dancers dressed in bright Caribbean costumes. Puerto Vallarta Pride (Orgullo Vallarta Pride) is another annual event that is celebrated the last weekend in May. It started back in 2013 as a way to celebrate the diverse LGBT community, and is the largest gay festival in Puerto Vallarta. During the easter and Christmas holidays, there lots of visitors in town but no specific gay-friendly event. Lastly, the Day of the Dead Festival or Dia De Los Muertos is celebrated in early November in Puerto Vallarta and all across Mexico. Puerto Vallarta celebrates the event by erecting massive skeleton sculptures on the Malecon, and there are tons of parades, parties, and more.
If you’re looking to visit Puerto Vallarta gay bars during a festival or event, check out list above which indicates the dates for the most popular festivals. Otherwise, anytime it’s a great time to visit Puerto Vallarta. With an ideal location, natural beauty, and perfect climate, it’s a dreamy spot to explore on vacation or buy a second home in paradise, too.
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