Food tours in Puerto Vallarta
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Puerto Vallarta. The most comfortable months are December to April, with highs around 81°F (27°C) and about 1 rainy days a month.
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What to eat and drink in Puerto Vallarta
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Tacos
- Soft corn tortillas with fillings such as al pastor pork, fish or cochinita, eaten from street stands.
- Raicilla
- An agave spirit from the hills around Puerto Vallarta, related to mezcal.
- Ceviche
- Raw fish 'cooked' in lime juice with onion, chilli and coriander.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Puerto Vallarta month by month
Averages for Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 81 (27) | 82 (28) | 85 (29) | 89 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 86 (30) | 82 (28) |
| Low °F (°C) | 62 (17) | 62 (17) | 63 (17) | 66 (19) | 71 (22) | 77 (25) | 77 (25) | 76 (24) | 76 (24) | 75 (24) | 69 (21) | 64 (18) |
| Rainy days | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:41 pm | 6:59 pm | 7:10 pm | 7:20 pm | 7:31 pm | 7:43 pm | 7:45 pm | 7:31 pm | 7:04 pm | 6:37 pm | 6:20 pm | 6:23 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Puerto Vallarta?
December to April. Expect highs around 81°F (27°C) and about 1 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are July and August.
What food is Puerto Vallarta known for?
Tacos: soft corn tortillas with fillings such as al pastor pork, fish or cochinita, eaten from street stands. Raicilla: an agave spirit from the hills around Puerto Vallarta, related to mezcal. Ceviche: raw fish 'cooked' in lime juice with onion, chilli and coriander.
Where can I book food tours in Puerto Vallarta?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
