Christmas in Pitillal Tour

Experience the magic of Christmas in Vallarta with an exclusive nighttime tour during Pitillal's annual Christmas carnival.

Christmas in Puerto Vallarta is a magical time of year with celebrations throughout the city that highlight the rich food and culture of Mexico. And this year, Vallarta Eats wants to share a side of the holiday season that many tourists never get to experience. 

For the 2025 holiday season we are introducing a new, limited-time tour, Christmas in Pitillal. With a local guide who lives in the neighborhood, guests will go on an immersive, culinary and cultural tour of PV’s largest municipality, Pitillal, known for its welcoming residents and festive atmosphere.

Located close to Macro Plaza, Marina Vallarta, and the Hotel Zone, Pitillal is easy to get to by bus/taxi/Uber even from the Romantic Zone.

In addition to eating a wide variety of traditional foods (listed below) and aguas frescas, the tour will visit shops filled decorations and hundreds of miniatures specifically for Christmas nativities, stroll through street-side vendors selling holiday gifts, play games at the Christmas carnival in the main plaza, and receive a traditional “Bolo Navideño” (Christmas goodie bag).

Foods/Drinks Part of this Holiday Feast Include:

  • Pork Pozole
  • Beef Tamales
  • Chicken Enchiladas
  • Crispy Tacos Dorados
  • Beef Gorditas
  • Chorizo Volcanes
  • Tacos al Pastor
  • Churros
  • Atole (warm corn-based drink), agua fresca, and bottled water

This tour is not suitable for vegetarians, vegans, or those with a plant-based diet. Though we can accommodate most food allergies (gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts) there are no protein substitutions available on this tour.

Meets/Departs
The tour meeting point is outside The Church of Saint Michael the Archangel at 6PM December 18, 20, 21, and 23 only. This is a ticked tour and all guests must register and pay online prior to the tour. Spaces are limited to 10 guests per tour. There is no transportation provided by Vallarta Eats for this tour, but your guide can hep secure a taxi back to your hotel or condo following the tour if assistance is needed.

“Infant” tickets (0-3yrs) include one taco dorado, traditional agua fresca, churros, and holiday treat bag at end of tour.

Please check the FAQs for additional info regarding food allergies or other dietary modifications before booking this tour. For Vegetarians, we recommend booking “Tacos after Dark” as it has the most flexibility for substitutions. None of Vallarta Eats food tours are suitable for Vegan or Plant-Based lifestyles.

The Details

Fees, Registration, and Payment Details

  • Christmas in Pitillal is $69 USD for guests 16+
  • Youth 10 – 15 $55 USD
  • Children 4 – 9 $42 USD
  • Toddlers/Infants 0 – 3 $10 USD includes one taco dorado, traditional agua fresca, churros, and a “Bolo Navideño” (Christmas goodie bag)
  • Use the “Book Now” button to secure your space for Christmas in Pitillal. We strongly suggest that you make your reservation early so book now to secure your spot

What's Included

Included: All predetermined food/dessert, bottled water, a selection of aqua fresca beverages, and traditional atole

Excluded: Alcohol, food to take to your hotel or vacation rental

Where to meet and when

Departs
Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday

Meeting Point
The Christmas in Pitillal tour begins outside of the Church of Saint Michael the Archangel across from the main plaza in Pitillal. Your Vallarta Eats Foodie Guide can be identified by the Vallarta Eats shirt they will be wearing. If you are driving please allow time to find parking which is available under the main plaza. This location is easy to find and many bus routes will take you there. Also, any taxi/Uber will know this location. Make sure to check our FAQ for driving times from nearby hotels and resorts. Information on driving times given to you by your hotel concierge may be based on old traffic patterns, and we are unable to wait for late guests and late arriving guests will not receive refunds.

Google Maps link to tour meeting point

What to Bring

  • Cash for any additional purchases and tour guide gratuity
  • This is a walking tour. Please wear comfortable shoes. It may also be chilly at night, so an additional light sweater or jacket is encouraged.

Cancellation Policy

Tours or individual tickets cancelled more than 48 hours in advance of scheduled tour time will receive a full refund. Tours canceled fewer than 48 hours can be rescheduled with a $20 rebooking fee, but are not eligible for refund. Tours that are rebooked cannot be refunded even prior to the 48 hour cancelation window. Guests who are “No-Shows” — guests who do not show up for their scheduled tour time or are not present when the tour leaves the starting point (10 minutes after the tour’s scheduled start time) are not eligible for refund or rescheduling. Unless mandated by the national weather authority, tours run rain or shine, and tours will not be canceled once the tour has started. Guests who decide to abandon a tour for any reason once the tour has started are not eligible for refund or rescheduling.

Gift Cards and Gift Certificates are non-refundable.

Booking insurance is available for purchases of a $9.99 flat fee made through the website and covers cancelations made between 24 and 48 hours prior to tour start time.

Custom tours are subject to cancellation policies as agreed upon between client and Vallarta Eats.