Curator’s statement
Punta Mita is not just for lovers. Where jungle meets the sea, Punta Mita is home to a variety of luxury hotels and resorts as well as condos and villas which makes it perfect for families needs. Located 45 minutes away from the hustle and bustle or Puerto Vallarta (and the airport,) you'll be blown away by Punta Mita's natural beauty and the ease with which the entire family can relax and enjoy themselves.
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Things to do in Punta Mita
If you opt to stay in a Villa or Condo, cruise around the Punta Mita community by golf cart. Get a feel for the neighborhood. Take a day trip to Sayulita to take in the colors and energy of this lively surf town. Rent boards at the Beach Clubs. Boogie boards. Surf boards. Skimboards. They've got all the boards.
Rent a boat and sail around the Bay of Banderas. Take a day trip to the Marietas Islands. Golf at one of two Jack Nicklaus golf courses. Spend a day at one of the 5-Star hotel (St. Regis and Four Seasons) spas. Cooking class at Hector's Kitchen in downtown Punta Mita.
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Sayulita
Places to eat & drink in Punta Mita
La Rustica Mita in downtown Punta Mita is lively, delicious and makes you feel like you're in a magazine with its design and style. Come for the atmosphere, stay for the handmade cocktails and woodfired pizzas.
Restaurant Sufi overlooks the Bay of Banderas and makes you question if you're in Mexico or on the Mediterranean. The food is the same, a combination of flavors and recipes that has been dubbed "Mexiterranean."
Zicatela is fun for the whole family. Brightly colored walls, fun light fixtures and decorative tiles draw you in but the fresh, local food keeps you coming back.
Mita Mary's at The St. Regis is known for both its margaritas and sunsets. Nestled on the sand, this casual dining experience is the backdrop for family memories that last a lifetime.
MINA: Perfect for diners of all ages, MINA is oceanside, authentically decorated and well staffed.
Casa Teresa when you want to scratch your Italian food craving itch, come here. It is the real deal.
El Cafecito de Mita: The best way to wake up each morning. A local coffee shop the whole family can enjoy.
Norma's Tacos where Norma will cook for you from her home while you perch on her porch. Local. Homemade. Fresh. Unique. Norma's is not to be missed.
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For more travel tips, check out Fora Advisor Marcia DeAngelis' guide, Luxury Family Travel in Punta Mita.
This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Mexico.