Puerto Vallarta: Versalles Taco Walk with Local Guide & Dessert

Summary

Walk the cobbled streets of versalles tasting tacos with locals

You’ll walk Versalles’ cobbled streets with a local guide, tasting carnitas and birria tacos straight from family-run kitchens. Try homemade salsas, sip traditional agua fresca, and end with a frozen dessert as daily life hums around you. This isn’t just about food — it’s about feeling part of Vallarta for an afternoon.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to start my day in Puerto Vallarta standing under a palm tree, watching steam rise from a pot of carnitas while our guide, Luis, chatted with the taquero like they were old friends. The whole street smelled like slow-cooked pork and fresh tortillas — honestly, I was hungry before we even started. Versalles isn’t the part of town you see on postcards; it’s quieter, more lived-in. There was this woman sweeping her doorstep and she smiled at us when we passed — just a tiny thing but it stuck with me.

We wandered along cobblestone streets that felt a little uneven under my sandals (should’ve worn sneakers), stopping at places I’d never have found alone. At one spot, Luis handed me a taco dripping with birria — messy but so good I didn’t care about the sauce on my fingers. He explained how each salsa had its own story and heat level. I tried to pronounce “aguachile” right and Li laughed when I butchered it. The agua fresca was cold and sweet, perfect for the midday heat that crept up on us.

By the time we reached the last stop — some tiny shop with only two tables — I was full but somehow still managed to fit in a frozen dessert that tasted like mango and lime had decided to throw a party in my mouth. Kids ran past us chasing each other, someone played music from an open window. It wasn’t fancy or staged; just real life happening around tacos. I still think about that view down the street lined with jacarandas, sunlight flickering through purple blossoms. Makes you want to linger longer than you should.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Versalles and taco tasting

• Walk cobblestone streets of Versalles
• Observe Mexican architecture and palm trees
• Learn about Carnitas and Birria preparation
• Taste six savory tacos at five stops
• Sample dozens of homemade salsas
• Enjoy handmade tortillas
• Try a unique frozen dessert

Top questions

How many taco stops are included on this tour?

The tour includes five stops for tacos plus one stop for dessert.

Is this taco tour suitable for vegetarians or vegans?

No, it is not recommended for vegetarians or vegans due to menu options.

Are drinks included during the taco tour?

Bottled water and traditional agua fresca are included at select stops.

Does this tour run in all weather conditions?

Yes, tours operate rain or shine in Puerto Vallarta.

Is public transportation available near the meeting point?

Yes, there are public transportation options nearby.

Are children allowed on this taco tour?

Yes, infants/toddlers can join with a special ticket including 1 taco and dessert.

Is this walking tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

No, it is not recommended for guests with mobility issues or slow walkers.

What’s included

Your day includes guided walks through Versalles’ local streets, bottled water to keep you cool, digital photos from your adventure, traditional agua fresca at some stops, six daytime tacos (think birria, carnitas, shrimp), and finally a unique frozen dessert before you head off full and happy.