Rusty's Market Foodlovers Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the flavours of Cairns on this delicious journey through the city’s iconic Rusty’s Market. Stroll among colourful stalls bursting with tropical fruit, local produce, artisan coffee, and exotic treats as your guide shares stories of Cairns’ multicultural food scene. Meet local vendors, sample unique ingredients, and experience the vibrant heart of Cairns through its tastes, aromas, and people. Perfect for food lovers and curious travellers alike!
Additional Info
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Baby carriers are recommended to make it easier to navigate through the aisles, if you have one.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
You'll sample a wide variety of different foods with vegetarian options. A bottle of water is also included.
What To Expect
Rusty's Market
Travelers will get a guided tour through Rusty's market with at least 7 food tastings (suitable for vegetarians). The history of Rusty's Market, including its founder Rusty Rees, will be explored. The history of the markets in the context of Chinatown history will be described. Travelers will hear about the passion behind the chefs/owners of the cooked food/drink and fresh produce stalls, meeting some of them and hearing about what goes into the food creations. Food tastings include a variety which could include fresh coconut, gourmet coffee, pastries, arancini balls, local honey, local in-season fruit, and sugar cane juice.
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Rusty's Market Foodlovers Tour
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting tour
Discover825738,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter was very knowledgeable about the markets’ history and current day. Lots of stalls with different products. Tastings were delicious.
Rustys Food Market tour
W8150REcatherines,
Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Peter was an excellent tour guide. What a great experience to Rustys markets. So much food to sample for lunch. Thank you so much!
Fabulous experience well worth going on a food journey
sandygL2707WZ,
Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fabulous time touring around the markets. Peter spoke very well and informative about how Rusty’s Market was established. His knowledge was very extensive and any questions we had he had the answers. Was very relaxed and we didn’t feel rushed. Totally recommend doing Rusty’s Market tour while in Cairns especially if you love all things about food.
Market tour
AimeePickering,
Sep 15, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun tour. Loved learning some of the local market and town history. The food tasting was nice as we tried things out of the ordinary. Enjoyed seeing how this market connects community. Very welcoming guide
A delicious tour!
Penni E,
Apr 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable about the wide variety of foods at the market and the history and its founder. The foods we tried were varied and delicious. We had a wonderful time!
Informative tour of the market
Jacqueline S,
Jul 30, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00It was interesting to explore Rusty's Market with a very informative guide, Peter. We learnt about the history of the market as well as information about the various foods we tasted. We were even introduced to some tropical fruits/ vegetables we had never seen before. We tasted antipasto olives & peppers/ tropical fruit/ German sausage/ Spanakipita and an unusual coconut dessert in its shell. A most enjoyable tour.
A Colourful Morning!
adamvlad,
Jul 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In Colour! The one thing you notice when entering is the vast array of colour! Seriously, this Tour surpassed my expectations. Paul, made sure my companion was well catered for as she has several food intolerances. We are going to book another tour. Thank you Paul!
Graze and Amaze
117brianm,
Apr 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our friendly and knowledgable tour guide provided an excellent overview of the markets and its history as we grazed our way from food stall to food stall. The range and quality of produce from the local area is amazing.
Excellent!!
J1312YLrosemarys,
Feb 16, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide. History of market and great food. Stsll holders fantastic.. worth the $$$. Love helping the locals.
Tasty tour
Naomi G,
Jul 9, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely time walking around Rusty's market. Sampled some delicious food and got some history on the place...I wouldn't have guessed it. Also discovered some new tropical fruit that we are eager to try. Thank you.
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