LGBTQ City Party Bus Tour

This is an evening party tour of Puerto Vallarta aboard a double-decker bus, run as an LGBTQ+ experience with an inclusive, festive atmosphere. According to the operator, it is the city's first and only LGBTQ+ party tour, and it runs every Friday from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.

The idea is to show Vallarta beyond the Romantic Zone. The bus rolls through the city's avenues with an open bar and entertainment on board, so you can sing and dance with new friends while you see the city at night. The listing describes the total experience as lasting about 180 minutes.

The first stop is Mr. Flamingo, an open-air, semi-outdoor bar with a tiki-style feel: tropical décor, bamboo details and open spaces that flow into the street. The music is mainly pop hits and American classics, and as the night goes on it turns into a spot for dancing and socializing. This stop lasts about 50 minutes and features a welcome drink and a live show with comedy and DJ music in a mostly LGBT+ crowd. The ticket includes one complimentary margarita and special drink prices at the bar.

The second stop, about 30 minutes, is an LGBT+ nightclub with a spacious dance floor, live DJ music, go-go dancers and a full bar. Groups are seated in a reserved area, introduced to their server and welcomed to enjoy the music. The itinerary states that no drinks or consumption are included at this club, even though the tour also lists an open bar on board, so it is worth confirming exactly what is covered when you book.

The tour suits travelers who want a social night out with a group, not a quiet sightseeing tour. It is listed as wheelchair accessible, including transportation and all areas and surfaces. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and service animals are allowed. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

Included are the double-decker tour, the open bar, two exclusive bar stops, music and entertainment, a host guide, passenger insurance and a souvenir yard cup. The meeting time is 7:30 p.m. at Mr. Flamingo, in the Romantic Zone, on the corner of Lázaro Cárdenas and Ignacio L. Vallarta, across from Lázaro Cárdenas park (the one with the mosaic benches). It is an open-air bar with colorful décor and easy to spot.