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Experience the Legendary Gastown Food Tour – Where History Meets Flavor!
Step into the heart of Vancouver’s oldest neighborhood and embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure! Our award-winning Gastown Food Tour blends rich history, high energy, and an incredible food scene into one must-try experience.
Wander the charming cobblestone streets as our funny expert, storytelling guides share fascinating, funny, and little-known tales of Vancouver’s “Wild West” past—dating back over 150 years. Along the way, indulge in a delicious lineup of tastings.
This 2.5-hour walking food tour is the perfect way to explore Gastown’s vibrant culinary scene while immersing yourself in its legendary history.
Don’t miss out—join us for a feast of flavours and fascinating stories!
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 19 years. Non alcoholic options available upon request. Our guides reserve the right to ask for 2 pieces of ID
Special dietary requests can be accommodated with 24 hours advanced notice. Our tour partners do their best to accommodate most dietary requests but please keep in mind that alternative food options may not be up to par to original tastings. Cross contamination are always a possibility and tour company cannot take responsibility for any possible reactions. NOTE: We are unable to accept bookings for children under 19 with severe food allergies eg. nut allergy etc.
Tour is approx 2:5-3 hours long and covers approx. 5 blocks. 5 of the stops are sit down. Tour is on a schedule, although slower paced as tour guides stop during tour to show interesting points of interest in the neighbourhood.
Please arrive hungry and dress for the weather. Tour operates rain or shine. Vancouver tends to get a lot of rain October-April so please bring an umbrella or rain jacket and wear comfortable shoes.
There are 3 stops with stairs and only one has an elevator. If you have restricted mobility issues the tour may not be suitable for you.
Persons under the age of 19 must be accompanied by an adult
Family friendly (note that tour cannot accommodate strollers due to smaller venues and stairs)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour guide
All Fees and Taxes
4 alcoholic tastings (non alcoholic options available)
7 food tastings
Tour guide Gratuities (15-20% recommended) Can be paid by cash or credit card.
Hotel pick up is not included
Steam Clock
Gastown’s most famous landmark
Gastown
Vancouver's oldest district, rich in history and culture.
Food & drink tastings
Tasting options vary
1,616 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Barbara F,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
Don’t eat before you go! Lots of tastings and several alcoholic stops. Sean was an excellent guide!!
Tammi S,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
From start to finish, this food tour was a great experience that perfectly blended delicious food, refreshing drinks, and fascinating local history. Each stop offered a unique sampling of the area’s culinary highlights—from savory bites to sweet treats—and everything was thoughtfully curated to showcase the diversity and richness of the local food scene. What really made the tour special was the guide. Not only was Rachel friendly and engaging, but she also brought Vancouver and the Gastown area to life with her knowledge of its history and culture. Every stop came with a story, and it added so much depth to the experience. It felt like we weren’t just eating our way through town—we were connecting with its past and present in the most enjoyable way. Whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or just looking for a fun and flavorful way to explore, this tour is a must-do. Come hungry—you won’t be disappointed!
Carene O,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
Several delicious savory bites from a variety of diverse locations, plus sweet treats at the last two stops. And who knew Canadian wines were so good? Our tour guide, Sean, was very knowledgeable and funny. We are only in Vancouver for a few days but will definitely go back to at least a couple of the places we visited on this tour!
Barbara L,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
Loved this tour! Dan was great and knew a ton about the history of the area. He took us for delicious tastings too. Highly recommend!
Steve B,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
Our guide Rachel was funny and engaging, and kept the history of Vancouver storytelling at the right level.
Operated by Taste Vancouver Food Tours