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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
All Fees and Taxes
Tour guide
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
1,538 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wendy T,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
Was awesome! Connor was great! Loved the chicken at the Guu! We went back for happy hour the next day!
Michael G,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
Gabriel was a great tour guide, food was great, tour was informative, walking distance was relatively short.
Heather O,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
The walking food tour was a great way to see a very delightful and historic part of Vancouver. Our guides, Andrea and Sean were amazing! We enjoyed the wonderful food and beverages at each stop. We truly felt like we had a taste of Gastown. We will do more food tours as we travel, for sure!
Stuart S,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
You are full when you’re done. Nice variety of foods and beverages. Guides were excellent and very knowledgeable and friendly.
Paula K,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
Great way to get to see and hear about historic & interesting facts about this area with bonus food treats common to area.Went back next day for dinner at Brioche Restaurant. Collin was a great guide.
Operated by Taste Vancouver Food Tours