Old Town, Five Tacos

Overview

Five tacos in three hours, eaten on foot through Puerto Vallarta's Old Town, is the whole point of this tour. The lineup covers birria, carnitas, fish, asada and shrimp, with agua frescas alongside and a raspado, a local dessert, to close things out. A guide walks the group between taquerias and explains where each dish comes from and how locals eat it.

The meeting point is Taqueria el Cunado, a taco stand on the corner of Olas Altas and Francisca Rodriguez, a pedestrian street heading toward the Los Muertos pier. From there the tour moves through Plaza Lazaro Cardenas, along Playa de los Muertos, and into the Old Town Market Viejo Vallarta area, finishing at Raspatos near the market. The start time is 10:00.

Groups are capped at 10 people. One recent traveller wrote that the guide recommended salsa pairings for each taco and pointed out further places to try on their own. Another noted there was plenty of food for the money and that each stop featured a different taco style. The listing says the tour is ideal for all ages.

What's Included

Included

Lunch (5 tacos, agua fresca and raspado)

Not Included

Gratuities

Itinerary

Meet at Taqueria el CunadoMeet at the taco stand on the corner of Olas Altas and Francisca Rodriguez, a pedestrian street leading to the Los Muertos pier. The tour starts at 10:00.
Plaza Lazaro CardenasA 15 minute stop at the plaza, free to enter.
Playa de los MuertosThe walk continues to the beachfront for a 30 minute stop, free to enter.
Old Town Market Viejo VallartaA 20 minute stop at the market, free to enter, near where the tour ends.
End at RaspatosThe tour finishes at Raspatos on Venustiano Carranza in Old Town, by the market, with dessert included as part of the tour.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of the morning.

Pace and terrain. This is a walking tour lasting 3 hours, so wear comfortable shoes. The route stays within Old Town.
How much food. Lunch is included: five tacos, agua fresca and a raspado. Reviewers said there was plenty of food, so come hungry rather than after a big breakfast.
Group feel. The group is capped at 10 travellers, and reviewers describe guides who answer questions and share local tips.
Extra tips to bring. Gratuities are not included, so bring cash if you want to tip the guide. Reviewers mentioned guides who recommended additional places to try, so a note-taking method or phone can be handy.
Getting there. The meeting point is a taco stand on a pedestrian street near the Los Muertos pier, and the tour ends at a different location near the Old Town market. The listing says the area is near public transportation, so plan a short walk back or a ride from the endpoint.
Weather and timing. The tour starts at 10:00 and lasts 3 hours, so dress for walking outdoors. The route includes an outdoor beach stop.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs are allowed, and the listing says it is not recommended for pregnant travellers. Gratuities are excluded from the price. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the 10:00 start time are not refunded, so late changes of plan carry a real cost.

What To Ask Before Booking A Tour

What is included in the price?

Lunch is included: five tacos, agua fresca and a raspado dessert. A guided walking tour through Old Town with a guide explaining the history of each dish is also part of the package. Gratuities are not included.

Where does the tour meet and end?

It meets at Taqueria el Cunado, a taco stand on the corner of Olas Altas and Francisca Rodriguez, a pedestrian street going toward the Los Muertos pier. It ends at Raspatos on Venustiano Carranza in Old Town, by the market. The start time is 10:00.

How long does the tour last and how far does it walk?

The tour runs for 3 hours on foot through Old Town. Stops include Plaza Lazaro Cardenas, Playa de los Muertos and the Old Town Market Viejo Vallarta, all free to enter.

Is it suitable for kids or people with limited mobility?

The listing says the tour is ideal for all ages and that pushchairs are accessible. However, it is not wheelchair accessible, so travellers with serious mobility limitations should consider that before booking. Most travellers can participate according to the listing.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the 10:00 start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours of the start time are not refunded, and changes made within that window are not accepted. Cut-off times are based on local time in Puerto Vallarta.

What should I bring?

Comfortable walking shoes for a 3 hour tour, and cash for gratuities, which are not included. Reviewers mentioned receiving recommendations for further food spots, so a way to note those down can help.