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We’re a new kind of tour built around one purpose: to generate happiness and appreciation. Instead of just “tasting spots,” you get hosted, story-rich experiences with small groups, VIP access (including exclusives you won’t get on your own), and genuine connections with local makers. As the only official food tour company on Granville Island, our long-standing relationships unlock smoother service and behind-the-scenes moments. Guests tell us they leave not only well fed, but more joyful, more excited, and with a deeper appreciation for Vancouver’s people, culture, and food—a transformation you don’t get from exploring on your own.
Yes. We’re the only official food tour company on Granville Island, with long-standing relationships that unlock skip-the-line service and exclusive vendor tastings.
A curated tasting menu (multiple courses and locations), guided storytelling, and VIP access. Gastown includes alcoholic or premium non-alcoholic pairings; the other two are non-alcoholic.
Yes. Each tour is designed as a full meal (Granville Island = full lunch; Asian Eats = full lunch; Gastown = full dinner).
Examples include a 7-item charcuterie spread at Oyama, dual BC salmon tastings at Longliner, and tour-only activations like a make-your-own cocktail experience with chef partners. These aren’t available to walk-ins or other tours.
Vegetarian and pescatarian options are always available with advance notice. Vegan and severe allergy accommodations may be limited due to cross-contact at partner kitchens—email us before booking and we’ll advise honestly.
Yes—all ages welcome. Granville Island and Asian Eats are especially kid-friendly; Gastown is an elevated, seated dinner vibe (all ages welcome, but it feels more adult).
Small groups (4–12 guests) for intimate pacing, easy seating, and genuine connection with your guide.
Absolutely. We host corporate events, team building, birthdays, and family celebrations with flexible timing, pacing, and custom touches.
We run rain or shine. Walking is leisurely and on city sidewalks. Seated tastings at all stops on the Gastronomic Gastown Tour, and most stops on the Downtown Asian Eats Tour. Dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes.
We design and host every experience to spark happiness and appreciation—for guests, artisan partners, and our guides. You’ll feel it in the warm welcome, the exclusives, and the care in every detail.
Your ticket includes a full meal with drinks and over 20 tastings across 10+ vendors — many of which are exclusive to Vancouver Foodie Tours. For example, our groups enjoy a beautiful 7-item charcuterie board at Oyama Sausage, a spread of 4 local BC cheeses and 2 BC smoked salmon tastings at Longliner Seafood — experiences not offered to individual shoppers or other tour groups. You’ll also benefit from VIP skip-the-line access and a guided journey with Granville Island’s only official food tour company.
The tour runs 2 hours (10:30 AM–12:30 PM, with additional times in peak season). It’s a multi-course dining experience, woven into a relaxed market walk—generous enough to replace a full meal. Unlike exploring on your own, you won’t spend time in lines or piecing together small bites; we pre-arrange and sequence the tastings into a seamless feast.
You’ll enjoy a chef’s-table style spread of Vancouver’s most celebrated foods: artisan cheeses, premium charcuterie, wild BC salmon, sourdough breads, Hobbs pickles, handmade chocolates, local chai, single-origin coffee, Lee’s Donuts, and more. The mix is carefully designed by our team with each artisan — meaning you won’t find this tasting progression anywhere else, even if you explored the market on your own.
Yes. Vegetarian and pescatarian alternates are available with advance notice. Because our tastings are pre-arranged with vendors, we can’t guarantee last-minute changes, and severe allergies may not be possible to fully accommodate due to cross-contact. What sets us apart is that we design experiences around care and inclusion — our team exists to generate happiness and appreciation for every guest, and we’ll always try our best to support your needs.
It’s a leisurely stroll with frequent tasting stops. All routes are wheelchair- and stroller-friendly with minimal walking distance. Unlike long walking tours, this is more about savoring food and stories than covering ground.
Absolutely. Families love this tour because it’s fun, filling, and interactive — kids enjoy donuts and chocolate while adults savor artisan foods and insider stories. Unlike typical tours, we focus on connection and joy — children are always welcome, and grandparents often call this the highlight of their family trip.
Everything you need for a full meal is included. Guests often remark that it’s far more food than expected. Of course, many choose to return to shops after the tour to pick up their favorites — and thanks to our relationships, you’ll receive exclusive discounts at select vendors.
Put simply: access, expertise, and heart. On your own, you’ll face long lines, limited samples, and the challenge of deciding where to eat. With us, you’ll skip the lines, enjoy exclusive tastings curated just for our guests, and be guided by a passionate foodie host. We are the only official food tour company on Granville Island, and the only one built on the purpose of creating happiness and appreciation — for you, for our artisan partners, and for our team. This isn’t just a food tour — it’s an experience you can’t DIY or find anywhere else in Vancouver.
The tour begins and ends at the Granville Island Public Market (meeting point shared in your confirmation). Look for our guide in a red Vancouver Foodie Tours shirt — you’ll be welcomed right into the heart of the island.
We’ll provide exact directions in your confirmation.
Yes — rain or shine. Most tastings are indoors, but we also enjoy sheltered outdoor stops. Dress in layers for Vancouver weather, wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring a water bottle. Our guides are experts at keeping you comfortable, rain or shine.
Yes. You’ll meet Granville Island’s legendary food makers. Because we’ve partnered with them for over a decade, we enjoy special access and behind-the-scenes stories other groups can’t provide. It’s a true insider’s experience.
Not on this tour. The focus is on Vancouver’s culinary artisans and family-friendly tastings. If you’re looking for a food and drink experience, try our Gastronomic Gastown Tour (3–6 PM), which includes craft cocktails, wine, and beer pairings.
The Granville Island Market Tour is one of Vancouver’s most popular experiences and often sells out. To secure your spot, book as early as possible.
We also offer our Great Tour Guarantee: if your tour doesn’t delight you, we’ll refund 100% — no questions asked.
Yes. Private tours are our signature specialty—whether for corporate team-building, family reunions, or school groups. You’ll enjoy a dedicated guide, flexible timing, and curated tastings for your group. Guests say it feels like the market rolled out the red carpet just for their group.
A three-hour progressive dinner with three seated restaurant courses, curated alcoholic or premium non-alcoholic pairings, VIP seating, and a guided heritage walk between venues. It’s a hosted dinner party + living history tour—not a snack crawl.
Partners rotate seasonally, but examples include:
We’re a hosted, seated progressive dinner with stories and pairings—timed so you glide past lines to reserved tables and pre-arranged tasting menus created with our restaurant partners. Small groups, priority service, and long-standing relationships make it feel exclusive; guests often say it’s like stepping into a hidden wonderland they’d never find on their own. You’ll leave not just full, but happier, more excited, and with deeper appreciation for Vancouver’s food and people.
Yes. Guests consistently tell us they’re fully satisfied—no extra dinner needed.
Alcohol pairings are available as an upgrade option. We also offer premium non-alcoholic pairings so the experience feels equally special.
Vegetarian/pescatarian/vegans are always possible with advance notice.
Leisurely, short walks on mostly flat sidewalks between venues; seated courses at each stop. Tell us about any mobility needs in advance.
Yes—this window is lively with locals and visitors. Your guide keeps the group on comfortable, well-trafficked routes and handles any street interactions.
Both. You’ll see Maple Tree Square, the Steam Clock, the Alhambra and more—stories of resilience, architecture, makers, and culture between courses.
Small groups (4–12) for easy seating and genuine conversation. Think intimate dinner party energy with a knowledgeable host.
A central Gastown location (exact pin in your confirmation), finishing a short walk from transit and downtown hotels.
Smart casual—comfortable for a few short walks and perfect for photos in heritage interiors.
Yes—private experiences are a specialty. Customize pace, menu notes, and pairings for birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.
With Trip Protection, cancel up to 1 hour prior for a full refund; without, up to 72 hours prior. Covered by our Great Tour Guarantee.
We design and host every tour to spark happiness and appreciation—for you and for the artisan and restaurant partners we feature—led by our team of hosts. Expect warm, personal hosting, priority service, and thoughtful pacing that make the experience feel tailored; most guests finish well-fed, relaxed, and genuinely uplifted.
A three-hour, hosted lunch with 15+ tastings at 4 handpicked partner eateries, plus cultural storytelling. Enjoy VIP ordering and seating, zero guesswork, and a thoughtfully sequenced journey from savory to sweet (family-friendly, non-alcoholic).
Stops can rotate, but from our current route:
It’s a full, generous lunch.
We remove language/menu barriers and lines with chef-approved set tastings and hosting that connects food to culture and stories. It’s a new kind of tour: culture-through-food, not a scattered snack hop.
Very. You’ll learn tea service etiquette and gestures at dim sum, the why behind hand rolls and konbiniyas, banchan traditions, and dessert culture—without the guesswork.
Moderate downtown walking with a number of seated tastings in between. Routes are stroller- and wheelchair-friendly; share accessibility needs ahead of time.
Vegetarian and pescatarian are possible with advance notice. Vegan, gluten and severe allergies may be limited due to traditional recipes and cross-contact. We’ll advise honestly before booking.
Yes—independent, family-run businesses. Your ticket directly supports the community.
This is a non-alcoholic, family-friendly experience. Expect teas and desserts (e.g., yuzu soft serve, mango-pomelo sago).
Yes—dumplings-to-dessert pacing keeps kids engaged, while adults love the depth and variety.
A central downtown meeting point (exact pin in your confirmation), ending near transit and parking.
Comfortable shoes and weather-ready layers.
4–12 guests for a relaxed, hosted feel and easy seating.
Absolutely. Your guide tailors tips based on your favorites and shares our CHEAT SHEET with exclusive guest perks.
With Trip Protection, cancel up to 1 hour prior for a full refund; without, up to 72 hours prior. Covered by our Great Tour Guarantee.
We exist to create happiness and appreciation. That’s why our routes, partners, and guides are chosen for warm hospitality, cultural respect, and uplifting local community—so you feel welcomed and inspired.
