Mariscada (A seafood-lover’s paradise)

Mariscada is a 2.5-hour guided walking food tour through the streets of Puerto Vallarta, centered on seafood. The operator describes it as a way to understand the coastal Pacific side of Mexican cooking by tasting at handpicked local places rather than at generic tourist restaurants.

You walk through the town and stop at four establishments serving freshly caught seafood, from seaside specialties to fresh-off-the-boat favorites. Along the way the guide shares the cultural traditions and maritime heritage behind the region's link to the sea, and explains why locals value seafood that is both freshly caught and sustainably sourced.

Non-alcoholic drinks are provided at each stop. The route ends at a local shop that sells handcrafted ice cream or popsicles, a sweet close to the walk. The itinerary lists the tour as one continuous walking experience, so expect to spend most of the time on foot between tastings.

The tour is described as relaxed and suitable for all ages, and it is aimed at food lovers and curious travelers. It is wheelchair accessible, with all areas and surfaces accessible, and suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can come in a pram or stroller, and service animals are allowed.

Lunch and dinner are listed as included, but note that the tour lasts only 2.5 hours, so check at booking which meal it replaces. Alcoholic drinks and gratuities are not included. Come hungry, as the operator suggests. Public transportation is available nearby, but the source gives no meeting point, so confirm it when you book.