About Downtown Puerto Vallarta Food Tour
Vallarta Food Tours runs the best-reviewed food walk in Puerto Vallarta, with nearly 4,000 reviews and a perfect rating. In three and a half hours you walk the cobblestone streets of the old town with a local guide, stopping at taco stands and family-run eateries for eight tastings.
It’s a fun way to get your bearings in town early in your trip, and you won’t need lunch afterwards.
Itinerary
- Zona Romantica (1 hours)
- Malecon Boardwalk (15 minutes)
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What’s included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- 8 Food Tastings at Vallarta´s best restaurants and stands
Meeting point
The park is located in Cardenas and Pino Suarez in Old Town. The guide will be waiting at the gazebo in the middle of the park. The easiest way to get here from the cruise port is by taxi or Uber, the ride is 25 min approx.
What to expect on the day
You meet your guide at the gazebo in the park at Lázaro Cárdenas and Pino Suárez, in the Zona Romántica. The walk spends about an hour in the Zona Romántica, crosses to the Malecón boardwalk and continues through the center, with short stops at each tasting. Along the way you meet the people who run each place and hear about the history behind the dishes.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: eight food tastings, bottled water and a local guide.
- Not included: tips, hotel pickup and transport to the meeting point.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A hat and sunscreen
- Cash for tips
Tips for a better day
- Come hungry: eight tastings add up to a full meal.
- From the cruise port: a taxi or Uber takes about 25 minutes. Give the operator your ship name and times when booking.
- Diets and allergies: add them in the special requirements box when you book.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: food lovers, first-time visitors and cruise passengers.
- Consider another option if: you want a day on the water, like the Yelapa catamaran day.
Restrictions
There’s a moderate amount of walking, but it suits all fitness levels. Children must be with an adult, and strollers are fine. The tour is guided in English.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
FAQ about Downtown Puerto Vallarta Food Tour
Where does the food tour start?
At the gazebo in the park at Lázaro Cárdenas and Pino Suárez, in the Zona Romántica (Old Town).
How long is the tour?
About three and a half hours.
How many tastings are included?
Eight tastings at taco stands and local restaurants.
Do I need to eat beforehand?
No. Come hungry; the tastings add up to a full meal.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. Take a taxi or Uber to the meeting point.
How do I get there from the cruise port?
By taxi or Uber, about 25 minutes. Share your ship and times when you book.
Can I do it with dietary restrictions?
Tell the operator about diets and allergies in the special requirements box when booking.
How much walking is involved?
A moderate amount, through the Zona Romántica and along the Malecón. Wear comfortable shoes.
What language is the tour in?
English.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.