Playa Los Muertos Beach is one of the most iconic and visited beaches in Puerto Vallarta, located in the heart of the Romantic Zone along the southern edge of Banderas Bay. Known for its lively atmosphere, swimmable waters, beachfront restaurants, beach clubs, nightlife, and famous pier, Playa Los Muertos attracts both locals and visitors looking to experience the energy of Puerto Vallarta’s oceanfront lifestyle. Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy swimming, paddleboarding, parasailing, jet ski rentals, beachside dining, and water taxis departing to beaches and villages along the South Shore including Yelapa, Las Animas, and Quimixto. In the evenings, the beach transforms into one of the best sunset viewing spots in Puerto Vallarta, with vibrant colors reflecting across the bay while restaurants, bars, and live entertainment bring the area to life. Playa Los Muertos is also one of the most walkable beaches in the city, surrounded by hotels, vacation rentals, cafes, galleries, rooftop bars, and some of the best nightlife in Puerto Vallarta.
Calm waters and a wide sandy shoreline make Playa Los Muertos one of the most popular swimmable beaches in Puerto Vallarta.
Enjoy beachfront dining, tropical cocktails, live music, and vibrant beach clubs throughout the Romantic Zone.
Depart directly from the pier to Yelapa, Las Animas, Quimixto, Majahuitas, and other beaches along the South Shore.
Watch the sun set behind Banderas Bay as the Malecon skyline and Playa Los Muertos Pier light up in the evening.
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From sunrise paddleboarding and colorful fishing boats to golden-hour views from the pier, Playa Los Muertos offers some of the most iconic coastal scenery in Puerto Vallarta. The beach transforms throughout the day, blending ocean activity, vibrant sunsets, and the energy of the Romantic Zone.
Oceanfront Experiences
From beachfront seafood restaurants and casual taco stands to rooftop cocktail lounges and sunset dining, Playa Los Muertos offers one of the most vibrant culinary scenes in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone.
Coastal Flavors
From beachfront seafood restaurants and casual taco stands to rooftop cocktail lounges and sunset dining, Playa Los Muertos offers one of the most vibrant culinary scenes in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone.
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