5 De Diciembre Walk, 2.5 Hours

Overview

This walking tour spends 2 hours and 30 minutes in the 5 de Diciembre neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta. The route is built around food: birria, barbacoa, gorditas, fresh marlin, and tacos from local stands and restaurants. Four stops are included, and the tour finishes with old fashioned ice cream from Oaxaca at the end point.

The meeting point is Bixabeel Kitchen on San Salvador, at the market entrance. From there the group walks through the neighborhood, sampling as it goes, and wraps up at La Michoacana on Colombia street. Morning and early afternoon departures are offered, which the operator points out as a way to avoid the crowds.

It suits travellers who want a food-led walk through a vibrant neighborhood with an authentic Mexican vibe. One reviewer flagged it as useful for anyone considering a move to the area, since the guide talks through the local restaurants and customs along the way. Groups are capped at 15.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet at Bixabeel KitchenThe group meets at Bixabeel Kitchen, San Salvador 435, at the market entrance on the San Salvador side.
2. Walk 5 de DiciembreThe tour spends 2 hours in the neighborhood, stopping at stands and restaurants along the way. Admission is free; this is a walking experience.
3. Four food stopsThe tour makes 4 different stops between stands and restaurants, primarily tacos. The morning tour covers breakfast; the afternoon tour covers brunch.
4. Finish at La MichoacanaThe walk ends at La Michoacana, Colombia 1298-A, with old fashioned ice cream from the state of Oaxaca.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help travellers get the most out of this walk.

• Come hungry. One reviewer said they were very full by the end, and another advised bringing an appetite. The food is the point of the tour, so arriving with room to eat is the way to enjoy it.
• Pace and walking. One reviewer noted the guide did not rush the group at all, so the pace is relaxed rather than a forced march.
• Group size. The maximum group size is 15 travellers. Reviews describe a friendly guide who catered to the group's needs.
• What to wear. The listing does not specify a dress code, but this is a walking tour with morning and early afternoon departures. Comfortable shoes for walking are sensible.
• Guide knowledge. Reviewers consistently mention a guide who knows the local restaurants, taco stands, foods, and customs well. Several also said the guide shared a lot of information about the area.
• Try the marlin. One reviewer called the smoked marlin tacos a standout and some of the best food they had in Mexico. The listing confirms fresh marlin is among the foods on the tour.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and the listing says it is not recommended for travellers with back problems or with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Gratuities for the guide are not included, so budget for that separately. The experience requires good weather; if it is cancelled for poor weather, the operator offers a different date or a full refund. Groups can run up to 15 travellers.

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