Bahía de Banderas Travel Guide

Nayarit

A coastal landscape with rocky outcrops, calm sea, and distant hills.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, marina, and urban buildings.
A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hilly backdrop during sunset.
A beach with waves, people, and buildings on a hillside.
A crowded beach with colorful umbrellas and palm trees.

Popular cities in Bahía de Banderas

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Nuevo Nayarit
Known for Beaches, Entertainment and Relaxing
Trip time! Discover the beaches, sunsets and entertainment in relaxing Nuevo Nayarit.

Reasons to visit

  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach
  • Nayar Vidanta Golf
  • Vallarta Adventures
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Punta de Mita
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Sea
Relaxing Punta de Mita awaits: its beaches, oceanfront, sunsets and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Punta de Mita Beach
  • El Anclote Beach
  • Punta de Mita Sea Pool
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A beach with tents, surfboards, and colorful umbrellas.
Sayulita
Known for Beaches, Relaxing and Surfing
Tropical Sayulita awaits: its surfing, beaches, adventures and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Sayulita Beach
  • Playa los Muertos
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A beach with thatched umbrellas, red chairs, and a clear view of the ocean and mountains in the background.
Bucerías
Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea
Trip time! Discover the beaches, seaside and local cuisine in tropical Bucerías.

Reasons to visit

  • Playa Bucerías
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La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
Known for Beaches, Sea and Seafood
Escape to relaxing La Cruz de Huanacaxtle! Enjoy its oceanfront, beaches and ziplining.
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Lo de Marcos
Known for Beaches
Explore Lo de Marcos: its beaches and more!
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Stay near popular Bahía de Banderas attractions

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Nuevo Vallarta Beach

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Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Nuevo Vallarta Beach, a popular beach in Nuevo Nayarit. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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