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Fabulous food in York
We had a fun day exploring the York food scene with Ellie, we enjoyed sampling a variety of dishes and ending with a sweet treat. The route was well organised and got to learn some history along the way too.
York 'Hidden Gems' Food Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $108 / person
- Location
- York, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Indie Food Tours
- Meeting point
- Your guide will meet you in front of the statue. They will be wearing an orange T shirt or hoodie with the Indie Food Tours logo on the front.
Description
Explore York's vibrant culinary scene on a guided food tour that takes you through the historic streets and hidden gems of this iconic city. Sample six delicious foods, including cheese, noodles, and gelato, as you uncover the stories behind each bite. You'll even sample warm fudge from a 19th century whilst watching a demonstration of it being made. With an expert guide leading the way, enjoy a multi-course tasting experience that celebrates local flavours and independent eateries. Come hungry and ready to savour the rich history and diverse cuisines of York. You'll also visit key York landmarks and learn some fun facts (like how many jumbo jets can fit inside York Minister!). - Guided tour lasting approximately 4 hours with a maximum group size of 12 - Discover six unique food stops, featuring a variety of cuisines - All food included in the tour - Ideal for food lovers seeking to experience York's local culinary scene - Local history and fun facts
Tour Options
Itinerary
York
You will visit six secret locations, for incredible food from independent businesses. Expect to dine in a tap room, historic street, shipping container food court, outdoor market and more! You'll enjoy a local cheese tasting, fudge demonstration (with warm samples!), international street food and more. You'll also pass local landmarks such as York Minster and The Shambles.
What's included
Included
Food is included at all six stops. Tap water is included at the sit down stops, we finish with a coffee included. Other drinks can be purchased separately.
Traveller Ratings
5.0
9 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does York 'Hidden Gems' Food Tour take?
York 'Hidden Gems' Food Tour lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does York 'Hidden Gems' Food Tour cost?
Prices start at $108 per person for this York 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 York 'Hidden Gems' 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 Your guide will meet you in front of the statue. They will be wearing an orange T shirt or hoodie with the Indie Food Tours logo on the front. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is York 'Hidden Gems' 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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(9)
7
Hen do
Wow, I’m honestly so thankful we had Ellie as our tour guide. Her warmth made me feel instantly relaxed. She was incredible, there were eight of us and Ellie made sure to interact with everyone. Her knowledge and time was amazing. Thank you so much, I will happily book again as long as Ellie was our tour guide. The food was beautiful and something for everyone. Loved going to different places and going to places I would never normally try. Best time. Thank you
L
Fantastic afternoon
The experience was brilliant! Ellie was really warm and friendly right from the get go, and we really enjoyed her company. The pace was perfect, and the food / drink was fantastic throughout. Cannot recommend highly enough!
S
Amazing fun and very...
Amazing fun and very filling day. Got to see six unique stops across York. Different food shops, different stalls, different cuisines. All the very lovely group and our lovely tour guide. Highly recommend doing this again
Operator response
So pleased to hear that you enjoyed your York tour, it's a great city with some amazing eateries.
A
A delicious afternoon of food fun!
This was overalla greatexperience. Our tour guide Ellie was friendly and engaging and a little bit of history thrown in on the way - a great host. The food was delicious and to be honest, we visited places we would never have known were there! Just bear in mind if you have food allergies eg anaphylaxis, you need to be careful as peanuts are served.
Operator response
Hi Andrea, Thanks for the review and really glad to hear that you had a great experience! Thanks also for the note on allergies. We do always ask for dietary requirements in advance and serve separate portions to those with allergies, however we have now decided that for severe allergies we will use venues that have fully nut free kitchen, so thank you for this feedback. Hopefully see you and your lovely group again some time! Thanks, Ellen
Q
York Food tour
A fantastic way of discovering independent eateries with like minded people. Ellen and her team had done all the work so it was just a matter of enjoying all the wonderful food they had sourced. I would highly recommend the tour!
Operator response
Thanks for your lovely review - it was a pleasure to meet you and show you the wonderful food York has to offer!
M
Great way to visit York
A very enjoyable 3.5 hours in the company of Ellen learning about the city while sampling a range of superb good.
Operator response
Thanks Mark, you were both great company!
M
The perfect way to get to know York
I can’t think of a better or more enjoyable way of exploring York than being led by our super host Ellen around some of the city’s various eating establishments. The food was excellent. We tried locally made cheeses and fudge and sampled Asian street food; all while learning about the history of an ancient and beautiful city. Three and a half hours well spent!
Operator response
Thanks Mark, it was a pleasure to host you!
Q
York centre food tour
What an excellent way to spend sometime in York. Visiting a number of interesting places to eat and drink over a few hours. The tour was very well organised and enabled the group to interact and socialise in York centre. I particularly enjoyed the street food.
Operator response
So pleased to hear that you enjoyed your guided tour in York. Yes we think our tours are perfect for interaction with other guests on the way around.
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