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Tours/Vancouver/Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour

Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour

4.9(243)Vancouver3 hours
VIATOR5.0(24)TRIPADVISOR4.9(219)
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
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Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour
Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$228 / person
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 243 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 12
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Looking for your smiling Foodie Tour Guide in a red shirt!
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Vancouver

Description

Join us for a delightful culinary adventure through Vancouver's historic Gastown district. Our tour begins at the iconic Maple Tree Square, where you'll soak in the vibrant atmosphere and learn about the rich history of this charming neighborhood. We'll visit the famous Steam Clock, a true landmark that delights visitors with its steam-powered whistles and fascinating engineering. As we wander through the intriguing Blood Alley, you'll discover the hidden gems and stories that make Gastown unique. You'll have an enticing selection of tastings from savory Ukrainian-style wild boar, unique fusion cuisine that blends traditional Mexican flavors with contemporary twists, and coastal French-inspired cuisine, all made with locally sourced produce resulting in dishes that are both elegant and flavorful, highlighted with an exclusive make-your-own cocktail experience. Join us for an unforgettable gastronomic journey that perfectly blends history, culture, and culinary delights!

Tour Options

Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour

Itinerary

Admission included10 min

A working steam clock, one of only a few in the world, located in Vancouver's Victorian Gastown.

15 min

Blood Alley Square is adjacent to Trounce Alley, one of Vancouver's original roads. Its narrow cobblestone lanes, historic streetlights, and brick buildings bring a unique sense of character unlike anywhere else in the city.

10 min

The central intersection of Gastown - great for patios and people watching! You'll see a cross-section of old, new, modern, and old-school living here!

Admission included40 min

Water St. Café offers classic Italian cuisine with influence from our beautiful West Coast, an award-winning BC-focused wine & beverage list, and live music.

Admission included30 min

Creative cocktails & seasonal fare served in a century-old warehouse setting with a 38-ft. bar.

Admission included30 min

The name refers to the ancient Mexican monarchy honouring the influence both his parents made on his culinary style. While his mother inspired our sister restaurant Ophelia, the familial tradition has continued here at Monarca where you’ll find playful dishes and a lively atmosphere inspired by Chef Higareda’s father.

40 min

Their commitment has always remained the same – to use only natural, local, and organic ingredients. The menu now features organic Sourdough, Chocolate Babka, pastries, as well as hot dishes like Borsch, Cabbage Rolls, Handmade Pierogies, and much more

Pass by

The City of Vancouver is a coastal, seaport city on the mainland of British Columbia.

Pass by

Lively Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes chic cocktail lounges and restaurants serving everything from gourmet sandwiches to local seafood. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.

Pass by

Downtown is Vancouver's primary business district, houses many arts, entertainment, and sports venues, and is close to several vibrant residential communities.

Highlights

3 Alcohol Pairings - Craft Beer, Wine, Cocktails
Interactive mixology experience
Dinner
An exclusive Printed Guide of foodie recommendations and discounts
Food Tastings - A progressive meal at 3 iconic Gastown restaurants

What's included

Included
3 Alcohol Pairings - Craft Beer, Wine, Cocktails
Interactive mixology experience
Dinner
An exclusive Printed Guide of foodie recommendations and discounts
Food Tastings - A progressive meal at 3 iconic Gastown restaurants
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private transportation

Traveller Ratings

4.9
243 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian and pescatarian options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please advise any severe allergies at the time of booking.
  • Please note we cannot cater to any other dietary restrictions, as there is not always a “next-best” option at our tasting locations. If possible, we encourage you to try everything on the tour as we have selected tastings that best exemplify the restaurants and food shops we feature!
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Guests must be 19 years or older to partake in the alcoholic pairings. If non-alcoholic pairings are required, please note it in the booking.
  • Not recommended for celiac or gluten free diets

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour take?

Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.

How much does Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour cost?

Prices start at $228 per person for this Vancouver experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Looking for your smiling Foodie Tour Guide in a red shirt!. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Vancouver Foodie Tour: Gastronomic Gastown Food Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Reviews(243)

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jennifermW6932TJ
September 6, 2026
Great experience in GasTown

Conor our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable . The whole tour was great fun in part because of the other 2 guests Cathy and Michael. We liked the mix of restaurants and food choices - the orange margarita was fabulous 🍸

Operator response

Hi Jennifer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a fun experience with Conor. He’ll be delighted to know you enjoyed his enthusiasm and knowledge, along with the mix of food and drinks throughout the tour. And we’re glad the margarita was a highlight! Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another delicious adventure! Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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Jeff_H
August 25, 2026
Friends and Food

Conor did a fabulous job of mixing light history with quite an eclectic fare! Def recommend!!! Cocktails were optional but recommended.

Operator response

Hi Jeff, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time with Conor. We’re glad you enjoyed the mix of light history and eclectic food, and that you got to try the cocktails as well! We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another foodie adventure in Vancouver. Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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O6571BLsandrag
August 16, 2026
Fantastic food tour

You really must take this tour, and ask for Conor Wylie. The food is really exceptional and he is so fun and knowledgeable, it just flew by. His choice of food were over the top, elevated, interesting, and all delicious. What a great way to experience Gastown. Wish we had time to take all his tours. Don't miss this one!

Operator response

Hi there, Thank you so much for your enthusiastic feedback! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience exploring Gastown with Conor. He’ll be delighted to know you enjoyed his fun and knowledgeable guiding, as well as his thoughtful selection of delicious and interesting tastings. It means a lot to hear the tour flew by and that you’d love to experience more of our tours. We truly appreciate your enthusiastic recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another foodie adventure soon! Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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L9686XCdaleb
August 16, 2026
Fun guide, great food/drinks and stories

Funny and knowledgeable guide. Exquisite selection of foods, surprise diy cocktail and margarita. Some funds to discover and architecturally interesting venues. Best goodie tour in a long time. Thanks Bronson

Operator response

Hi there, Thank you for such enthusiastic feedback! We’re so happy to hear you had such a fun and memorable experience with Bronson. He’ll be delighted to know you enjoyed his humour and knowledge, along with the creative selection of tastings and cocktail-making experience. It’s also great to hear you enjoyed discovering some new spots and the architecturally interesting venues along the way. Thank you for your kind words and for joining us. We hope to welcome you back for another delicious adventure soon! Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

C
Charles_T
August 8, 2026
Must for Foodies

Gastown is a fascinating funky historic area. Very flat decent walking surfaces. Entire tour takes place within just a few blocks. Enjoy some inventive and creative food. Bronson was a great tour guide. Highly recommended.

Operator response

Hi Charles, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed exploring the unique history and character of Gastown while sampling its creative food offerings. Bronson will be delighted to know you had such a great experience with him. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another delicious adventure soon! Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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dilmip
December 20, 2025
Had a wonderful tour with Bronson

Loved the tour! Bronson was amazing! He made sure we had enough time to enjoy the food and to soak up the views and history of Gastown. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you are a foodie! The highlight for me was the mini cocktail-making session. We combined a surprising mix of ingredients to make a delicious cocktail that felt like Christmas in a glass!

Operator response

Hi there, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved the tour and had such a great time with Bronson. It’s fantastic to hear you enjoyed the pace, the views, and the stories of Gastown, and that the mini cocktail-making session was a highlight. “Christmas in a glass” sounds perfect! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back on another foodie adventure soon. Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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Scott_M
November 30, 2025
Great Gastown food tour!

Good was great and we learned the history of Gastown. Bronson was a great guide with lots of knowledge and enthusiasm. Left very full and satisfied.

Operator response

Hi Scott, Thank you for your great review! We're really glad to hear you enjoyed the food and the chance to dive into Gastown’s history. Bronson will be so happy to know his knowledge and enthusiasm made the tour memorable — and we love that you left full and satisfied! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another foodie adventure soon. Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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Kraig_R
September 22, 2025
Delicious tour of Gastown

This is an amazing tour to get a wonderful taste of Gastown. Our guide Conor was extremely knowledgeable and a wonderful guide! We highly recommend this experience!!

Operator response

Hi Kraig, Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re delighted you enjoyed tasting your way through Gastown with Conor—his knowledge and passion really bring the neighborhood to life. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to host you again on another tour soon! Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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susanbJ2903EO
September 22, 2025
Fantastic Foodie Tour

Our guide was Conor was fantastic. Our group was fun and Conor was very entertaining. The food and drinks were paired nicely and were unique.

Operator response

Hi Susan, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled you had such a fun time with Conor—he’ll be so glad to know you found him entertaining and that you enjoyed the unique food and drink pairings. We’d love to welcome you back on another foodie adventure soon! Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

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986jeanlucm
August 31, 2025
Fun and delicious

My partner and I had a great time. Bronson was an fun and welcoming guide. The food was so good, we went back to one of the stops, for the wine, in particular.

Operator response

Hi there, thank you for sharing your lovely review! We’re so happy you and your partner had such a great time with Bronson. That’s fantastic you even went back for more wine — always a good sign of a delicious stop! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and hope to welcome you both on another foodie adventure soon. Vancouver Foodie Tours Team x

$228/ person
4.9(243)
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–12 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorVancouver Foodie Tours
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