Where to Start: the 4 Best Food and History Tours in Canada

1.Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,015 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $82Our pick

Join Andy of A Taste of Victoria Food Tours for a two-hour walk through Old Town and Chinatown. You’ll sample chocolate, tea, biscuits, spring rolls, pierogi, and more while hearing personal stories about Victoria’s food, people, and past. Groups are limited to 12.

“This was a great food tour. The guide was knowledgeable about Victoria's history and the food selections he made were really good. There was a selection of both savory and sweet. The food was tasty and the restaurants were locally owned and operated with history and significance, not tourist traps. He was engaging in his presentation and stories, and was welcoming to all.”

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2.Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Walk about five to eight flat city blocks through Gastown with guides such as Sean, Rachel, Andrea, or Connor. Expect Japanese karaage, Sicilian pasta, poutine, waffles, local beer or wine, and lively stories about Vancouver. The tour runs rain or shine for groups of up to 16.

“Kate, our guide was great! The wine and beer tasting along the way were good, but not enough information about each was given. The biggest disappointment was the food… not at all high end as was advertised. I do not think poutine is considered a high end in any cuisine.”

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3.Vancouver: Gastown Historical Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 539 reviews · 3 hours · from $113

Meet your English-speaking guide at Waterfront Station for a three-hour walk through Gastown. You’ll visit eight restaurants, taste six foods and two desserts, and sample four alcoholic drinks, with non-alcoholic choices available. Guides such as Sean, Kate, Rachel, and Connor mix local stories with practical food tips.

“Variety of food stops and tour guides descriptions of food were excellent.”

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4.Combo Historical and Food Tour of Old Quebec

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $224

Walk Old Quebec with a guide such as Lynn, Guy, Danielle, or Marie, stopping at four restaurants for five courses with wine, beer, or mocktails. You’ll see Place Royale, Petit Champlain, the city mural, Notre Dame Basilica, and the St. Lawrence views, with a funicular ride included.

“The restaurants were wonderful and the food and wine were delicious. The small group allowed you to get to know the others on the tour and the guide. It was a great time. Lynn was so friendly and knowledgeable and the time went by t[ fast.”

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