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Best Food and History Tours — Our Top 15

29 tours  ·  from $29 a head

A market that has traded on the same corner for six hundred years explains a city faster than a museum. The 15 below combine the walk with the eating, priced, timed, and clear about exactly how hungry to turn up.

Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions - Flamenco dress at Plaza del Pan
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Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions

1.Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,468 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83Our pick

Walk Seville’s old center with guides such as Alejandro, Pilar, Ella, Jeff, Sasha, and Stephanie, stopping for tapas, four wines, and local traditions. Expect chicharrones, montaditos, carrillada, espinacas with chickpeas, meatballs, pestiños, and plenty of practical food tips in a group of up to 12.

“Jeff was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, well informed, with a very considerate personality. Made great effort to be sure all members had a fun time.”

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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour - Starting at Phillips Brewing on Government Street
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

2.Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

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

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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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour - Two hours through Gastown’s old streets
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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

3.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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Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks - Warm sausage rolls and the first surprise
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Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

4.Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,718 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Spend about three hours walking central Dublin with a local guide such as Ann, Lee, Ciaran, Cathy, or Francesca. You’ll make Irish coffee, sample sausage rolls, cheese, an oyster, stew, soda bread, beer, and ice cream, with Dublin stories along the way.

“Lee was a fantastic guide- a little history of Dublin, some fun facts, amazing food! Our family of 4 had the best time!”

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The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk - Walking Through Chandni Chowk
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The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk

5.The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,698 reviews · from $43

Follow guides such as Sonali, Dolly, Parul, or Raghu through Old Delhi’s food lanes and markets. Taste roughly 10 to 15 local dishes, sip tea at Khari Baoli, visit Naughara, and ride a rickshaw. Meet at Connaught Place, and come very hungry.

“Patil was a wonderful guide. She is a local that knows all the best, tucked away spots. Food was good and a great way to see more of the real city. Traffic and tuk tuk ride was a bit overwhelming for me.”

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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour - Gumbo at 3rd Block Depot
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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

6.New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,544 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Walk through the French Quarter with Doctor Gumbo Tours for a three-hour progressive lunch. Sample gumbo, hot sauces, pralines, catfish po-boy, muffuletta, boudin, and more while guides such as Beth, Meg, and Dylan explain the food and history of New Orleans.

“The Professor is a gem. Very knowledgeable and with a relaxed style, we had all our questions answered and learned a lot while trying delicious food!”

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Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour - Starting near the Salinas Museum and Teatro Massimo
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Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour

7.Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,486 reviews · 3 hours · from $57

Join Palermo guide Fabrizio for three hours of Old Town history and street food. You’ll visit Capo Market, see the Cathedral and Quattro Canti, and taste sfincione, panelle, crocché, arancine, cannolo, and a drink. Cruise pickup is available on request.

“Excellent tour. We were happy to get to the food portion of the tour. It was excellent and the guide was engaging! Great to do on the first day of the trip because we learned so much we can now further check out in Palermo. Street food is amazing!”

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Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City - Madero Avenue and the city’s old center
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Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City

8.Historic Center Food Tour in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,263 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $115

Walk Mexico City’s Centro Histórico with a local guide such as Angel, Tania, or Jimena, stopping for market bites, street food, drinks, enchiladas, ceviche, mixiote, and sweets. The group is limited to 10, and the tour ends near metro stations after a very filling afternoon.

“We had a great Historic Centre food tour with Sabores Mexico Food Tours - our guides were Maya and Angel. It was great to go to spots we wouldn’t find on our own (or know what to order) and get to taste a variety of Mexican foods and see a few historic sites in the city centre. Very enjoyable - highly recommend.”

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Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Food Tour - Paul Revere House and the North End’s changing identity
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Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Food Tour

9.Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,082 reviews · 2 hours 50 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Walk Boston’s North End with a local guide such as Scotty or Big Al, tasting three full-size pizza slices along the way. You’ll see Paul Revere House, Old North Church, Copp’s Hill, Old Ironsides, and Bunker Hill, then finish with a Modern Pastry cannoli.

“Scotty was a great guide. Very knowledgeable about the entire area. It was a fun twist on a history tour to get pizza along the way.”

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Rome Food Tour in the Historic Centre with 8+ Food Tastings - Piazza Navona begins with fountains and food
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Rome Food Tour in the Historic Centre with 8+ Food Tastings

10.Rome Food Tour in the Historic Centre with 8+ Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,000 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $118

Join a small English-speaking group of up to 12 for three hours of Roman food and history. Guides such as Massimiliano, Rocio, Luda, and Federico lead tastings of pizza, pasta, supplì, cheeses, cannoli, gelato, and a secret dish between Piazza Navona and Largo di Torre Argentina.

“We had such a wonderful experience . Our guide was so knowledgeable about our surroundings and gave us such great information about the historical buildinggs. He also took us to the yummiest little eateries. We would never know about the meats and cheeses and wine that is offered. Also excellent pizza and breads to homemade pasta at the oldest Restaurant. We sat and ate with a great group of people. We also had espresso and Gelato to die for. We loved our guide. A young man with a lot of passion for what he does.Viator has amazing staff and great adventures. Thank you❤️❤️❤️🍋🍋”

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Madrid Historic Centre Food Tour with Authentic Tapas & Wines - The historic pastry shop starts things sweet
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Madrid Historic Centre Food Tour with Authentic Tapas & Wines

11.Madrid Historic Centre Food Tour with Authentic Tapas & Wines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 814 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Walk Madrid’s old center with a guide such as Jorge, Jo, Ignacio, or Diego, stopping for pastries, Iberian ham, Manchego, vermouth, cider, tapas, and a squid sandwich. Choose the 2-hour tasting or 3-hour version, which adds more meats, olive oil, a tapa, and another drink.

“Met a great group of people and had the opportunity to learn about local foods. Jorge was an amazing guide who provided interesting insights to Madrid history and the local culinary delights. The food was prepared and provided by es”

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Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Authentic Tastings - Chilaquiles, mole, and the first savory stops
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Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Authentic Tastings

12.Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Authentic Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 723 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Walk Mexico City’s Centro Histórico with an English-speaking guide such as Andy, Carlo, or Diana while sampling chilaquiles, mole enchiladas, tacos, guacamole, sweets, beer, and agua fresca. The three-hour small-group tour mixes food with stops at the Zócalo and Templo Mayor.

“Here's my review in one sentence: We loved our guide, tasty food, just meager portions. Our guide did a great job engaging folks and articulating the key messages she wanted to get across. The appreciated that we did find some hidden gems during our tour. unfortunately, many of the courses were one or two bites. This is probably the first food tour I've taken where I went out to eat immediately after because we were not full. Pretty disappointing when you are visiting a country where food costs are so low.”

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Lisbon: Sunset Sailing with Portuguese Wine and History - From Doca de Santo Amaro toward Belém
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Lisbon Sunset Sailing with Portuguese Wine and History

13.Lisbon Sunset Sailing with Portuguese Wine and History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 668 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Join Pedro, David, or another two-person crew for a relaxed two-hour shared sail from Doca de Santo Amaro. With no more than 14 people aboard, you’ll hear Lisbon history, pass Belém Tower and Commerce Square, and sip included Vinho Verde as the sun drops over the Tagus.

“David was the best possible tour guide! Knowledgeable and personable, he provided great commentary and a fun experience. The ship was comfortable and the wine was good! Highly recommend this experience to any and all travelers!!!”

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Savannah: Historic District Foodie Walking Tour - Six food stops, with lunch-sized tastings
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Savannah: Historic District Foodie Walking Tour

14.Savannah: Historic District Foodie Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 613 reviews · 3 hours · from $96

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with an English-speaking guide such as Beck, Cindy, Gail, or Demi. Over three hours, visit six food shops and restaurants, taste lunch-sized portions, hear stories about the city, and finish near City Market.

“our guide was very informative about so much more than the food we tasted!”

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Vancouver: Gastown Historical Walking Food Tour - Starting inside Waterfront Station
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Vancouver: Gastown Historical Walking Food Tour

15.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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