Puerto Vallarta Walking Tours - 48380 Puerto Vallarta

San Sebastian del OesteNew

$129Sunday, Thursday8 am - 4 pm

Join me for an adventure into Old Mexico. This tour is an all-day driving and walking tour of this once bustling silver mining town located 5000 feet up in the Sierra Madre mountains. Originally settled by the Spanish conquistadors during the 1500s, old mines were discovered and by 1605 the town of San Sebastian was founded. The town grew to have nearly 30 mines and ten gold and silver reduction foundries by 1785. At the height of its population in 1900, there were approximately 30,000 people living here. The prosperity of the city declined after the revolution of 1910 and the last of the mines shut down forever in 1921. Today the population is only about 600 people.

Time has stood still in this charming rural town. Most of the buildings are over 200 years old. With its cobblestone streets, stone bridges, and stunning vistas, it has continued to maintain its historical character and was named a Pueblo Mágico in 2012.

Begin with our first stop for Mexican coffee or hot chocolate and warm pastries. Then we cross the huge expansion bridge to the entrance of the town, passing the organic coffee plantation which we will stop at later. As we walk the narrow streets we will visit an abandoned silver mine, a small silversmith shop, the church, the plaza with its small local shops, the jail, a small history museum, an herb shop, a raicilla distillery, and the cemetery. As we walk, you will hear about the history of this town and stories that tell of its pioneer characters.

Included: lunch served family-style in one of the oldest family restaurants; RT transportation in AC van; tour guide; water.

NOTE: this walk is not suitable for those with mobility or balance issues.

Pickup Locations:  PV southside; Sports Stadium; Marina; Home Depot. You will receive times and details after booking.

See the San Sebastian Photo Gallery