Puerto Vallarta is a very walkable city but the large taxi fleet is a good option for covering longer distances, especially between the Centro and the Zona Hotelera, Marina Vallarta and Mismaloya. Rates are controlled by a taxi driver's union, and set in negotiations between the union and the city. Rates are based on established zones rather than using taxi meters.
For trips to or from zone considered farther afield, such as Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerias, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, expect to pay much higher rates. Always ask for the rate in advance.
