How does a Foodie Tour work?

These are walking city tours, with a progressive meal along the way. From one delicious stop to the next, you’ll learn facts about Vancouver’s history, architecture and culture. We’ll skip the lines to indulge in show-stopping foods and share expert recommendations and local tips!

What if I have Dietary Restrictions?

We offer vegetarian and pescetarian tastings on all Foodie Tours! All of our food and drink tastings are arranged in advance, so we ask that you note this in your online ticket purchase. Unfortunately, we are unable to guarantee substitutions for other dietary restrictions such as: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan, and other food allergies. For these diets, the Granville Island Market Tour is your best option, but you may miss out on a number of tastings.

What is the Best Tour for Children?

The Granville Island Market Tour is designed to be a fun event for the whole family – we offer a $10 discount for kids 12 and under! Tickets are required for children over 3 years old. Children 3 and under who will not be eating do not require a ticket. However, please email us in advance to let us know that you’ll have a little one with you!

We design all our tours like a progressive meal – savoury to sweet, in thoughtfully-crafted portions. By the end of the tour experience, most guests are fully-satisfied, as if they had a meal! For those with larger appetites, we recommend having something light prior to the Foodie Tour.

How do you choose the tour stops?

We handpick every one of our tastings and tasting locations. These are foods we crave and places we genuinely love to visit with our own friends and family. We pay our tasting locations for the tour tastings and we work together as partners in making memorable experiences for our guests.

Festive Favourites Market Tour

A Special Holiday Event on Granville Island

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TOUR DETAILS

TOUR TIME

10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Fri, Sat, Sun
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Meeting/End Location

Granville Island Public Market

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Full meal with drinks
Neighbourhood walking tour

What’s Not Included

Gratuities for your guide

AGES

All ages welcome

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS

With advanced notice, we can provide alternate tastings for most dietary restrictions.

What You’ll Taste

Benton Brothers Festive Cheeses
Oyama Holiday Charcuterie Platter
BC Smoked Salmon, hot & cold smoked
Sourdough Breads
Hobbs Pickles
Pad Siew
Granville Island Chai
Lemon Square
ChocolaTas Peppermint Chocolate
JJ Bean Coffee, Holiday Blend
Lee’s Gingerbread Donut

GROUP SIZE

4 – 12 guests per tour guide

Cancellation Policy

With Trip Protection: Cancel up to 1 hour prior to departure for a full refund
Without Trip Protection: Cancel up to 72 hours prior to departure
Tour operates rain or shine

Important…

This is a seasonal tour and runs from November 22 to December 31 only. Make sure to book in advance to make the most of the holiday season in Vacnouver!

Highlights of the Festive Favourites Market Tour

Trip Advisor

Top Rated

Small Groups

4-12 people

Expert Guides

Fun Foodies

Skip the Line

VIP Access

VIP access to skip lines at popular holiday market vendors
Led by fun, knowledgeable local foodie experts with holiday flair
Enjoy a festive tasting journey – perfect for hungry holiday-goers!
Connect with Granville Island’s celebrated artisans in holiday decor
Indulge in 20+ seasonal tastings, from savory delights to sweet holiday treats
Explore Granville Island’s holiday charm, unique history, and culture
Savour exclusive holiday delicacies you can’t find anywhere else
Family-friendly, accessible, and cozy for all-weather fun

Tour for Good

Empowering Change

Your purchase supports Employ to Empower, a non-profit offering entrepreneurial resources to those overcoming work and social challenges in Vancouver.

Women & BIPOC Led

We’re proudly owned and managed by women and BIPOC leaders. Your support uplifts underrepresented communities and fosters inclusivity.

WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you accommodate special dietary restrictions?

Vegetarian and pescetarians – yes, if we know in advance by noting it in your online ticket purchase. For more details on allergies/special requests, visit our FAQ page.

Is there a discount for children?

We offer a $10 discount for children 3-12 years old.

How much do we eat?

All of our Foodie Tours are designed to be a progressive meal. You’ll have a series of signature items from Granville Island and the Public Market that add up to a full meal. By the end of the tour, most guests are fully satisfied. For those with larger appetites, we recommend eating something light before the tour.

What’s the best way to get to Granville Island?

From downtown Vancouver, the False Creek Ferry or Aquabus are our favourite ways to travel. You’ll arrive at the Public Market — just 1 minute from our meeting point.

Is this tour available as a private tour for team building or family celebrations?

Absolutely, all Vancouver Foodie Tours are available as a private tour. Click here to book this as a private tour.

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