Vancouver: Legendary Gastown Food Tour

About this experience

Vancouver: Legendary Gastown Food Tour Explore Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood through its flavours on this 3-hour guided food tour through Gastown's historic cobblestone streets. Your local guide shares the area's evolution from Wild West origins to today's culinary hotspot whilst you sample dishes at seven specially selected venues. This small-group tour combines Vancouver's food scene with stories of the neighbourhood that started it all. You'll taste an array of local favourites including Japanese karaage chicken, vegan sweet and chilli cauliflower, fresh Sicilian tortellini, classic poutine, Belgian-style waffles and organic ice cream. At the tortellini stop, the guide accompanies the dish with a tasting of regional wine served on site by the venue. Each stop showcases Gastown's multicultural influences whilst your guide recounts the legends and hidden secrets that shaped Vancouver's most historic district. What is Included 3-hour guided walking tour through Gastown Food tastings at seven selected venues Tastings of local craft beer and wine served at selected stops during the tour, with non-alcoholic alternatives available Knowledgeable local guide sharing history and stories Small group size for personalised attention Good to Know The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and covers seven food stops plus key historic sites including the famous steam clock. Groups are kept small to ensure an intimate experience with personalised attention from your guide. Wear comfortable walking shoes for the cobblestone streets and arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. The tour operates rain or shine, so check the weather forecast. Bring valid photo ID for the beer and wine tastings, which are available to participants of legal drinking age only. Vegetarian dishes and non-alcoholic drinks are available upon request. Inform your guide of any food allergies or dietary preferences in advance. Families with children are welcome, though the beer and wine tastings are restricted to those of legal drinking age. If you're keen to explore more of Vancouver's food scene, consider Vancouver's craft beer tasting experiences or discover the city's diverse neighbourhoods on guided walking tours that showcase Vancouver's cultural highlights. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• 3-hour guided food tour through Gastown's cobblestone streets
• Sample dishes at seven specially selected local venues
• Taste Japanese karaage chicken and Sicilian specialities
• Small-group format with a knowledgeable local guide
• Covers Gastown, Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood
• Vegan options included, such as sweet and chilli cauliflower

Before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour route Arrive 10 minutes ahead of your starting time Vegetarian and non-alcoholic options available; inform staff of dietary needs in advance Please bring a valid photo ID for alcohol consumption Tour takes place rain or shine; check the forecast

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.