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THE 10 BEST Puerto Vallarta Food & Drink Tours

Food & drink tours in puerto vallarta.

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• Beer Tastings & Tours
• Distilleries
• Farmers Markets
• Other Food & Drink
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1. Mega Yacht All-Inclusive Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

2. Alma, by Rhythms of the night

3. Food and Mixology Tour: Tequila, Tacos, and Mexican Cocktails

4. Luxury Yacht & Snorkeling

5. Puerto Vallarta Original Canopy Tour, Ziplining, Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

6. Horseback Riding: Tequila Tasting, Mex BBQ & Margaritas

7. Signature Taco and Street Food Tour in Puerto Vallarta

8. Sayulita & San Pancho

9. Tarot Reading & Psychic advice with Coffee & Chocolate @Xocodiva

10. Market Visit and Cooking Lesson: Cook Authentic Mexican Food in Puerto Vallarta

11. Sea Safari

12. Islas Marietas Eco Discovery

13. Luxury Sailing

14. Half-Day Vallarta Sea Tour

15. Puerto Vallarta Cooking Experience with Market Tour and Tastings

16. Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in Puerto Vallarta

17. Mexican Cooking Class, Tequila Tasting & Unlimited Margaritas

18. Taste of Pitillal Food Tour by Vallarta Food Tours

19. Best Tacos After Dark Food Walking Tour in Puerto Vallarta

20. Vallarta by Road Food Tour

21. VIP Nightclub Tour in Puerto Vallarta

22. Tasting Vallarta Progressive Dinner Tour

23. Puerto Vallarta Sunset Gourmet Experience

24. Fun Mexican Wine Tasting in Beautiful Garden of Puerto Vallarta

25. Bikes and Bites: Taco Bicycle Tour in Puerto Vallarta

26. 2 Hour and 30 Minutes Walking Tour in 5 De Diciembre

27. Taco Adventure Evening Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours

28. Make your own Mole Poblano in Puerto Vallarta

29. Private Authentic Mexican Cooking Class with a Local Chef Manuel

30. Sayulita Magical Town Tour: Local food, and chocolate.

What travelers are saying.

Vallarta LOCAL

10% discount site wide.

Get your discount at check out.

*Hassle free reservation changes.

*Can not be combined with other offers or promo codes.

◆ Eat Mexico one bite at a time ◆

The greenest and most socially responsible food tour in puerto vallarta, what makes us unique.

◆ Mexican owned and operated. Many so called 'locally' owned business are not from this beautiful city/country. We're a 100% Mexican owned & operated family business sharing our centuries old culinary heritage.

◆ Women owned.

◆ Socially Responsible . We give back through donations, volunteering, and free photo shoots for nonprofits and charities.

◆ Zero-Waste Tours We say no to single-use cups.

◆ Our Rewards Program. The only food tour that will give you a FREE professional vacation photo shoot. See our Rewards Program.

◆ We always pay fair prices , never haggle with the businesses we visit.

Why Join Us

◆ Try awesome food , don't waste your time, we know where the awesome food is.

◆ We are friendly and knowledgeable Foodie Guides .

◆ You'll support the local economy by visiting only small family owned businesses.

◆ Enjoy the intimacy of a small group . Our groups are the smallest of any food tour operator in town.

◆ Experience everything like a loca l.

◆ With the purchase of your ticket you’ll help in giving back to the local community .

◆ On top of good food you’ll get discounts, and earn a FREE Photo Shoot .

◆ We're licensed. 

CULTURAL FOOD & DRINK TOURS

Eat with locals, great food, useful info to navigate vallarta´s food scene, iconic places, and fun cultural facts, all by the hand of friendly local foodies., breakfast tacos food tour.

Try the best tacos in the neighborhood

Everyday of the week, $55 | $50 | $45, mezcal & tequila tastings.

Private tastings at your place

Monday to friday, 5:00pm & 6:00pm, off the beaten path brunch.

Traditional breakfasts & regional dishes

Everyday except monday, dinner tacos food tour.

The best dinner tacos at mom and pop stalls

Everyday except saturday, off the beaten path dinner.

Rub shoulders with the locals

Tuesday, thursday, saturday & sunday, private tours.

Create fun-tastic memories. Add-ons available

Any day, any time, 3hr, 4hr, and 5hr tours, everyone is welcome, come with friends and family, and enjoy vallarta in a unique way., a foodies delight, discover hidden gems with authentic mexican tastes., cultural context, we spice up every bite with stories dear to mexican hearts., photo shoots, create amazing memories, the best souvenir from your vacation. come with friends, family, or as a solo traveler., we´ll story tell your trip to puerto vallarta with candid shots taken in downtown, the beach or at your villa, or resort..

A tiny but mighty experience

We'll capture magical moments to cherish forever

Make the most out of your vacation photo shoot

Surprise proposal.

We'll help you make it unforgettable

Engagement & honeymoon.

Enjoy beach or city locations, or both

Event photography.

Your only thing to do will be to have fun

What Guests Say

We had a fabulous taco tour with star. This was our second tour with her.

Highly recommend her! She sent phenomenal family and food photos.

100% recommend this as a tour to be included in your visit to PV.

Great food, great drinks and a behind the scene look at the local culture.

Our family voted the Old Town Food Tour our best activity during our 5 day stay.

The tour was very personable. We felt like VIPS.

Just did a Food Tour with Star and WOW, it was amazing!!!

She was engaging, interesting, and full of stories that wove together a beautiful tapestry on this tour.

We support the local food bank.

At VALLARTA LOCAL® we believe in giving back to our community and thanks to your business we can make a monthly donation to the Vallarta Food Bank.

A Non-Profit Organization that was born because of and during the pandemic.

Experience our Culinary Heritage

Make a difference in the local community.

• Mexology Tours
• Private Experiences
• Gift Certificates

• Vallarta Brewery Bus Tour – Cervezas y Tacos

Ultimate VIP Agave Experience Van Tour

El tequilero tequila tasting, el mezcalier mezcal tasting.

• Agave Spirits Experience
• Sunset Bike Tour – Tragos y Tacos

Private Tours

Vallarta food tours.

• Original Downtown Tour
• Taste of Pitillal
• Bikes & Bites
• Seafood Lover’s Tour
• Discover Versalles de Noche Dinner Tour
• Sayulita Private
• Vallarta by Road

Become a local in 3 hours

Brought to you by Vallarta Food Tours, the #1 Rated Tour company on TripAdvisor with 5,500 5-Star reviews. Awarded #4 food experience in the world by Tripadvisor! 48hr hassle-free cancellation policy

Vallarta’s best tequila tastings, brewery tours and cocktail experiences to help you discover the unique flavors of mexico.

Our namesake experience, this well-rounded tour includes tequila, tacos and Mexican cocktails that will make your trip to Vallarta unforgettable. Spend a lovely afternoon strolling the endearing streets of Old Town while savoring 6 delicious handcrafted cocktails & 5 food pairings, all while exploring the hidden gems of Zona Romantica.

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Vallarta Brewery Bus Tour - Cervezas y Tacos

Tues, Thurs & Sat

Hop on the bus for an all-inclusive tasting experience as you immerse yourself with insider access of the best breweries in Puerto Vallarta and soak up 14 craft beer tastings. Relax and safely enjoy exploring 4 breweries and a specialty craft beer bar, plus leave with a new appreciation for Mexican craft beer.

Wednesday & Friday

This the ultimate agave experience for those that not only want to discover the best cocktails in the city but learn about the five different agave spirits of what make each of them great in their own ways. Travel the city in the comfort of a luxurious Merecedes Sprinter van as we explore four beautiful neighborhoods.

Tues, Friday & Sat

VIEW TASTING

Join us as we explore the 4 types of tequila: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Super Añejo. Learn the entire process from planting to bottling. Our guides love to share the secrets of the agave! You will leave buzzing with a deeper understanding of the magical, mystical Blue Agave.

Mon, Wed & Sat

1pm or 7 pm

Already familiar with the basics of Mezcal? This tasting might be just what you are looking for. We will dive into rare and harder to find mezcales as we explore the finer differences of mezcal using small batch artisanal mezcales for discerning palates.

Agave Spirit Experience

Mon,Tues, & Thur;

Are you interested in taking your palate on adventure? Come explore a variety of Agave Spirits with us! Learn what defines an Agave Spirit as you sip your way across Mexico and its enchanting agaves. Tasting includes: Tequila, Mezcal, Raicilla, Sotol and Bacanora.

Sunset Bike Tour - Tragos y Tacos

This sunset bike tour is about adventure. Ride past iconic Vallarta landmarks and discover some of Vallarta's best taco stands and bars while enjoying mezcal, racilla, tequila cocktails and local beers. You'll get a glimpse into local life and adventure as you taste exceptional asada tacos, marlin tacos, elote with pork belly, pastor, churros and tejuino.

Starting at $50

Looking for a fun way to explore our city, but looking for a more personal experience? Grab your foodie friends, family, team, or colleagues and enjoy a custom food and drink tour. Our team of experts will curate an experience built to meet the needs of your event. From 5 guests to 100, we can work with you to create the most memorable experience available in Vallarta!

$49.99 & up

Are you a foodie looking to taste your way through the vibrant Vallarta food scene? Try a food tour! Vallarta Food Tours is rated #1 out of 415 tours on TripAdvisor, with over 5500 5-star reviews. Recently named the #4 food experience in the world by TripAdvisor, our premier tour company allows you to savor the bites and sites of Vallarta. Discover delicious flavors with us on any of our many unforgettable food tours!

Read articles about our Vallarta Mexology tours in top local, national and international publications >>

Taste the world of Agaves and the our bursting craft beer selection.

Explore the culture and charm of Puerto Vallarta while discovering its unique history!

A memorable experience in a small group with our entertaining tour guides.

Support, meet and engage with locals as you discover Puerto Vallarta's best bars and breweries!

El Tasting Room

Explore Vallarta and Mexico Spirits with our rockstar guides!

Vallarta mexology tours.

• Private Experiences
• Gift Certificates

• The Original Downtown Tour
• Bucerias Taco Tour
• Taste of Pitillal
• Vegan Vallarta
• Bikes & Bites
• Seafood Lovers Tour
• Discover Versalles – Surf & Turf Tour
• Discover Versalles de Noche Dinner Tour
• Sayulita Tour
• Vallarta by Road
• Vallarta Brewery Bus Tour – Cervezas y Tacos
• Sunset Bike Tour – Tragos y Tacos
• Ultimate VIP Agave Experience Van Tour
• El Tequilero Tequila Tasting
• El Mezcalier Mezcal Tasting
• Agave Spirits Experience

Seafood Lover's Tour

More than just a seafood tour!

A Seafood Lover’s Dream!  While seafood is part of the menu in all our food tours, this tour is dedicated entirely to fresh-caught seafood prepared with authentic regional flare. Both a culinary and cultural food tour. Tour some of the best seafood spots in Old Town Vallarta!

• This 3-hour guided tour starts off in the historic Old Town, stops in the market, pier and Muertos Beach-allowing you to explore the best seafood Puerto Vallarta has to offer
• Seafood is a centerpiece of Mexican culture, with influences from Aztec, Mayan, Toltec, Spanish, and French cuisine.
• Your local tour guide will share the beauty of our local history, stunning architecture, breathtaking nature and unique culture.
• Learn about the local characters who breathe life into our city and make a few new friends along the way
• Perfect for locals, tourists, out-of-town friends and family, foodies, history buffs, destination wedding parties, and anyone looking for a unique excursion, group activity, office outing, or date idea
• Explore some of the off-the-beating path restaurants you might not find on your own
• Tasting includes fresh caught seafood! Stuffed jalapeno taco, fresh ceviche, grilled calamari, fried octopus, aguachile, shrimp tostada and fish.

Mondays and Thursdays

Departs at 1pm

10 people 1 tour guide

Tour takes place rain or shine

WHAT TO WEAR:

Comfortable clothing and shoes

Suitable for most ages and fitness levels

Transportation:

Walking Tour

TOUR INCLUDES:

7 tastings. expert tour guide, tasting map with insiders recommendations

START LOCATION:

Lazaro Cardenas Park

TRIP ADVISOR:

5 star company with over 5000 reviews

Seafood Tostadas

Seafood Tacos

Shrimp Tacos

What to expect from this tour?

Tantalize your tastebuds –  This 3-hour tour takes you to some of the best seafood restaurants in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy a seafood stuffed jalapeno taco, fresh ceviche, grilled calamari, fried octopus, aguachile, and authentic sarandeado. An ideal lunch-time tasting.

A Unique Cultural & Historical Experience –  Not just a food tour! We satisfy your stomach and quench your thirst for knowledge. Along the way, you will learn about Mexico’s rich culture, view our stunning architecture, and enjoy a bit of nature.

Why take this tour?

• History and Food. Food is a centerpiece of Mexican culture, with influences from Aztec, Mayan, Toltec, Spanish and French cultures. Our unique history and amazing seafood help to make Puerto Vallarta one of the top travel destinations in the world!
• Small Group Tour. Our foodie excursions are for tourists and snowbirds alike. We keep our groups small to ensure that everyone has a great time and enjoys an immersive experience. You are sure to make a few foodie friends along the way!
• Local character and characters.  Vallarta Food Tours will take you on an adventure that showcases the sights you came to see and the ones you didn’t know about. Book your tour early in your vacation so you have time to return to your favorite seafood restaurants!
• Good times. Eat. Smile. Learn. Meet the local merchants who are the heart and soul or our city. Enjoy the best seafood Puerto Vallarta has to offer, in restaurants you might not have found otherwise! All seafood is local and fresh!
• The Best Of Vallarta. Our small group tours introduce you to the hidden gems that make our culinary scene so unique. This goes beyond the popular tourist spots to the local favorites you might not find on your own.
• #1 Tour in Vallarta out of 400 tours in TripAdvisor- We are the #1 ranked attraction on Google and TripAdvisor with a 5-star average with 4,000+ reviews and over 10 years of experience.
• Memories - Create unique memories that will last a lifetime.  
• Foodie Fun.  If you love to eat this is the tour for you. Take your tour early in your vacation so that you can return to the spots you enjoyed most. Make a few new foodie friends along the way!  
• Experience Authentic Mexico.  With over 1,000 restaurants to choose from in Bay it can be overwhelming to decide where to eat. We introduce you to the local gems serving the best regional cuisine our city has to offer.
• Learn through Food- You will learn the distinct and unique tastes of each of these regional dishes, native spirits, as well as learn about the process of how they are made and the importance to the Mexican Culture.
• Discover new favorites -Experience iconic foods and hidden gems of Versalles during your visit
• Total Immersion -Immerse Yourself in food, cocktails, history and culture in 4 hours!

Tour highlights include:

STRESS FREE POLICY

Tour bookings can be changed to any date, different tour or turned into a gift certificate to use on a future date with no expirations even one hour before the tour! A change of plans is no problem!

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