Kelowna: #1 Rated Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings and 4 Drinks
Description
Our #1 Rated historical & cultural walking tour offers guests a unique way to learn about the food & culture of Kelowna through a jam-packed three-hour local experience. Hear the stories you won't find in any brochure, meet the people who actually make this city so great, & taste the food/drinks that put Kelowna on the international culinary stage. With us you get the personal know-how, & local insight, from Andrew (Owner/Guide) who started this business 5 years ago. He grew up in the Okanagan & worked at his Grandparents Orchard in Oyama. The tour starts at the historic Laurel Packinghouse, and winds its way through the stunning lakeside Cultural District. Soak in the picturesque Waterfront Boardwalk on Okanagan Lake, discover local art, secret gardens, waterfalls, & so much more! Along the way we include 7 tantalizing tastes & 4 drink visits at authentic & unique local businesses (Adult Beverages, Non-Alcoholic, & Kids are all catered to). Come hungry & savour Downtown Kelowna!
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This is where we meet outside to start the tour. Look for our sandwich board sign, and Andrew (tall ginger) standing out front.
We stop here to talk about some peculiar street art in Kelowna.
We walk through the stunning lakeside park and talk about its impact on Kelowna over the past 30 years.
Weekdays we go to the rooftop patio for some stunning pictures when the patio is open. April 15th-to-October 15th yearly our groups are able to see a 360 view of Downtown Kelowna.
The hidden Kasugai Gardens are named after Kelowna's sister city in Japan. Stocked with Koi, waterfalls, Japanese sculptures, and impeccable gardens! Lots to see and learn here! The park is open Mid-March to Mid-October.
Gorgeous lakeside park dedicated to a famous mayor. Here we will hear the story of the bear in Kelowna, and how our breathtaking boardwalk came to be.
Kelowna Yacht Club makes house-made Gelato for us on every tour as we sit lakeside in an award winning building, with an even better view of the lake!
A two story historic brick building is now the super unique BNA! The owner loves Northwest Canada, and The Tragically Hip. The place is full with its own brewery, 10 Pin Bowling Alley, Bocce Court, Vintage Arcade, Burger Bar, Airstream Trailer, and way more! One of our guests favourite stops!
Our hidden gem on tour! Often times we have to drag people out of this loose leaf tea house, as the aroma, vibes, and peacefulness takes over! A place you won't soon forget, and will likely be back over and over again! Like us :)
Sprout is a local family owned, & operated, Artisan Bakery. Situated inside the historic, & vibrant, Cultural District in Kelowna. Owners Pete & Ava opened the doors in August of 2018, three weeks later they were married & welcomed friends & family to celebrate in the newly finished bakery space. From there, there was no turning back! Sprout quickly grew into a community hub that brought people together & centered around one thing – good food & coffee. They offer a wide variety of food & baked goods! Sprout aims to showcase the incredible natural abundance of the Okanagan. While working with farmers & suppliers to bring local flavours to the community. All of the breads are made with certified organic flour. Among other health benefits, organic farming practises require thoughtful crop rotation and ensure greater bio-diversity for the land. When my guests visit they love being able to watch the bakers at work, the welcoming atmosphere, & of course the outstanding food & coffee!
A favourite stop on every tour! The stop includes wood fired pizza from an apple shaped forno oven from Naples, Italy. The Cafe is owned by Luigi Coccaro and has a hidden speakeasy and garden patio we show guests as well :)
Guests get spoiled here by Chef & Owner Izzy who has a modern take on his Mother & Grandmother's cooking straight from Mexico City! Bring your appetite, and love more fresh margaritas!
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travellers with foot, knee, hip, or leg issues.
- Not recommended for travellers with a cane or walking apparatus.
Reviews(514)
This tour was an absolutely incredible experience that was worth every penny! My family and I wrapped up our vacation with this adventure, savoring a delicious array of foods and drinks along the way. Andrew was exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable, making the entire experience even more fun and memorable. I definitely recommend doing this as your first activity when you arrive in Kelowna!
Loved the Stewart family! One of my top families ever! Thanks for being so cool and easy to hang out with :) Cheers, Andrew
Great food tour highlighting top end unique eateries. Highly interactive host with a wealth of food and historical knowledge on the city! Great fun and off the beaten path - highly recommended!!
Thanks Ray & Brenda! My favourite Maritimes guests :) Cheers, Andrew
Andrew was a fantastic host and tour guide! I’ve lived in Kelowna almost 20 years and learned lots and discovered new spots. Great value for the amount of food and drinks you get - plus reserved tables at popular spots. Highly recommend for locals or visitors!
Hi Katie, Loved hanging out with your group, come back anytime haha! I look froward to seeing you around town, and thanks for taking the time to help my business :) Cheers, Andrew
Andrew is a charismatic host, passionate about sharing some of the best food spots Kelowna has to offer. The stops were lovely and the food delicious and diverse. You also got a chance to explore Kelowna’s lovely cultural district. As a celiac, I greatly appreciated the availability of gluten free options.
Aw thanks Rebecca & Sarah! That was a small group this past Friday, so I'm glad you still enjoyed it. I really love walking by the lake, and showing people what the Cultural District has to offer :) Thanks again & take care, Andrew
Amazing!!!!!! Andrew is absolutely wonderful. The tour was informative and fun. The food options and portions were of the highest quality, variety, and portion. The drinks are fantastic. Every detail of the tour we enjoyed. So many places we never would have found on our own. We took our 15 month along with us and she enjoyed it as well. Andrew was able to accommodate our food allergies at every location. The gluten free options were delicious. Very well organized.
Hi Lisa, That was an awesome group we had, I am spoiled and get to spend the day with amazing people like your wonderful family! Thanks for taking the time to help my business with this great review :) Enjoy Osoyoos! Andrew
This was a wonderful experience led by a very knowledgeable guide. Andrew was personable, funny, and made the tour very interesting and entertaining.
Hi Carrie, We had a great group Saturday morning! You have a great family in Sydney & Brookelyn! It was my pleasure to show you around your backyard, and thank you again for starting my Monday off on a positive note! It means more than you know :) Cheers, Andrew
Excellent. Andrew was informative, friendly and went out of his way to make sure we had a great time
Hi Kathleen & John, Loved our tour on a perfect summer Friday we had! Thanks for the very kind review, and I look forward to seeing you around town :) Cheers, Andrew
Andrew, our guide, was wonderful as he led us around Kelowna’s cultural district and the many different places to get some delicious food and drinks. His knowledge of the different places and the area was outstanding and made the tour very enjoyable and worthwhile. Highly, highly recommend this tour!
Hi Brenda & Scott, I appreciate the double review, that means a lot! I'm glad I got to show you around my back yard in a small group format and hopefully sell you on coming back one day :) Cheers, Andrew
Wow! What a way to get a glimpse of Kelowna. The restaurants were more of your local places where staff was friendly and gracious. The food was superb and the drinks were just right.
Hi Scott & Brenda, Glad you chose to use your hotel points up here in Kelowna! Hopefully, I helped show you enough to bring your grandkids back one day for a summer vacation :) Cheers, Andrew
Great day. Ewan was our driver and he did an excellent job( knowledgeable, friendly and went out of his way to make our tour was enjoyable)
Thanks Kent!
