Puerto Mágico sits inside the cruise terminal, so the Mexican experience starts the moment you step ashore. This guide helps you decide what to do with the time you have.
The question everyone asks once they step off the ship. Pick the scenario that matches your call and follow the plan.
If your stop is brief, you don't need to leave the terminal. Puerto Mágico gives you a welcome to Mexico with no risk of missing the ship.
Enough time to enjoy the plaza calmly and still get a taste of downtown Puerto Vallarta.
With more hours you can combine the plaza, the city and a guided activity without rushing.
Important: always plan your return with time to spare. Ship departure times are strict and boarding closes before the posted hour. Puerto Mágico is in the same terminal, so getting back is quick and traffic-free.
It's inside the cruise terminal itself. You step off the ship and reach it on foot in a few minutes, or on the shuttles that run constantly and drop you at the entrance.
It's a space inside the port complex, with security and support staff throughout operating hours. A comfortable place to walk with family.
There are currency exchange points on site. Many stores accept dollars, but it's worth carrying pesos to get a better rate.
Yes. Free WiFi throughout the complex — handy for messaging home or checking your ship's schedule.
The complex opens every day from 7:00 to 22:00, and store hours are coordinated with ship arrivals.
Yes. There's bilingual service at the information desk and in most of the establishments on site.
You have WiFi on board and time while the ship is sailing. Walk Puerto Mágico in 360° and decide ahead of time where to eat, what to buy and what to see — so when you step ashore you head straight for it.
Puerto Mágico is in the same terminal where your ship docks. No transfers, no wasted time, no risk: the culture, the flavors and the spirit of Mexico are waiting minutes from the ship.
