Chester Food Tour: Unique Tastings With Drinks & Sightseeing
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Chester, England
4 hours (approx.)
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Overview
A unique guided walking tour of Chester. Visit 7 exclusive food & drink stops, discovering the best of Chester's vibrant food scene. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable food tour full of local flavor & memorable encounters with Chester's food culture to tantalize your taste buds!
During this culinary journey gain insider knowledge as chefs share the fascinating history behind their food.
Fill up on mouth-watering, Chester-made food; experience superb sightseeing. The tour includes walks along the Roman walls, gardens & world-famous Chester Rows
In small groups, enjoy a wonderful guided tour hearing quirky stories, dark Chester myths & little-known facts. A Chester walking tour for all food lovers & those wanting to explore the city in a deliciously different way. Independent eateries are vital to Chester's past, present & future
Our tour guides are passionate, award-winning foodies creating the best food & drink experience in the North of England.
Private Tours available online
What's Included
- Brunch You will try a sharing platters at a secret venues around the city! Vegan, vegetarian, and all allergies and dietary requirements met as long as we are informed by the guest on booking the tour.
- Lunch You will try numerous small plates & individual portions at secret venues around the city of Chester. All dietary requirements met as long as we are informed by the guest on booking the tour.
- Snacks Snacks along the way that reference the city's heritage and link to stories about the city's food history.
- Alcoholic beverages There are four alcoholic beverages included, and great alternatives for non-drinkers
- Free entrance to the Roman gardens and world famous Rows and Walls
- Sightseeing
- Private Guide
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
What To Expect
Chester Visitor Information Centre
The tour meets here for introductions. Your friendly guide lets everyone know what to expect from your food tour in Chetser. You will have a short history of Chester and hear a few of Chester's stories on the way to your first food stop. This is a unique experience with the dish designed for the Chester Food Tour. A taste of Cheshire but and also a taste of global food
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Eastgate & Eastgate Clock
Hear about the history of the UK's most photographed clock. There are photo opportunities, followed by a talk from a local producer at a beautiful cafe on the Chester Walls and local produce tastings
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chester Roman Amphitheatre
Stroll along the walls to Chester's maginifcent amphitheatre from and take in the culturally rich Roman gardens, an open air museum, where there will be photo opportunities.
Your tour guide will tell you some fascinating information during this part of your walking tour in Chester. You will learn about the Roman occupation of Chester and the surrounding area. See the stunning River Dee, there are so many things to do in Chester and a Riverside stroll is a highlight. Your next food experience is close, get ready to be enchanted by one of the most important buildings in Chester housing one of Chester's best chefs.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The Bear And Billet Pub Blue Plaque
Admire a 16th century building with some fascinating Chester history and the odd ghost story thrown in! Now for some excellent British food
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The Chester Cross
Your Chester walking tour pauses at the Chester Cross to hear about another of Chester's fabulous foodie treats from the owner. You will see how Chester's arcitecture has altered over the years and look at photos of old Chester and how it was transformed.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chester Cathedral
After learning the history of Chester's unique rows, the tour will be admitted into Chester Cathedral gardens to discover some of it's strangest secrets. This is a stunning, 10th century Cathedral well worth a visit! You will now experience food in a secret courtyard and sample fine wine only available at the next walking food tour destination!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chester City Walls
The best preserved Roman walls in the world, your Chester Food Tour will walk around the walls and hear stories of the civil war and Chester under seige before you are led off the walls to a genuine hidden gem of food delights! Only on our guided food tour of Chester. Visit Chester's Food Market and hear from an incredible artisan producer. She will tell you about her business and how she created a dessert for the Chester Food Tour using Cheshire produce and celebrating the bounty of the county!
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chester
In between the sightseeing there will be a number of fabulous independent food stops to eat and drink a variety of local and global food at SECRET INDEPENDENT VENUES around the city of Chester. The best restaurants and bars in Chester will be visited on this food tour, and you will taste the wonderful creations our venues have craeted for you, including locally made drinks from microbreweries and distillers. Non-alcoholic drinks are provided for those who don't wish to drink alcohol and are interesting and varied-The walking never lasts more than 20-25 minutes without a rest for food or drink.
- We have up to 9 food/drink experiences.The duration of time spent in venues is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
2 hours 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Important to note - The tour involves around a 5k walk. It is at a relaxed pace, and there are numerous rests and places to sit down along the way. We go up and down some stairs and very slight inclines to reach our foodie destinations.
- If you are in a wheelchair or have mobility issues please contact us prior to booking a tour so that we can go through any accessibility issues. We will accommodate all of these and answer all queries
- Could you please include your email when you book to make it easier to communicate
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- We require dietary requirements and allergies from travellers and try to accomodate vegetarian, vegan and gluten free
- Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks, of which we offer a wide range
- The website with email contact is Stephanie Bath. Contact her on [email protected] or the phone number provided
- Infants, children and youths are welcome on the tour but be aware that it is designed with adults in mind, and they might get a little bored or find the walk tiring if they are very young!
- Please add your email
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chester Food Tour: Unique Tastings With Drinks & Sightseeing?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-5493358P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Chester Food Tour: Unique Tastings With Drinks & Sightseeing?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Brunch. You will try a sharing platters at a secret venues around the city! Vegan, vegetarian, and all allergies and dietary requirements met as long as we are informed by the guest on booking the tour.
- Lunch. You will try numerous small plates & individual portions at secret venues around the city of Chester. All dietary requirements met as long as we are informed by the guest on booking the tour.
- Snacks. Snacks along the way that reference the city's heritage and link to stories about the city's food history.
- Alcoholic beverages. There are four alcoholic beverages included, and great alternatives for non-drinkers.
- Free entrance to the Roman gardens and world famous Rows and Walls.
- Sightseeing.
- Private Guide.
The following is NOT included:
- Private transportation.
- gratuities.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Chester Food Tour: Unique Tastings With Drinks & Sightseeing is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Important to note - The tour involves around a 5k walk. It is at a relaxed pace, and there are numerous rests and places to sit down along the way. We go up and down some stairs and very slight inclines to reach our foodie destinations.
- If you are in a wheelchair or have mobility issues please contact us prior to booking a tour so that we can go through any accessibility issues. We will accommodate all of these and answer all queries
- Could you please include your email when you book to make it easier to communicate
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chester Food Tour: Unique Tastings With Drinks & Sightseeing will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- BrunchYou will try a sharing platters at a secret venues around the city! Vegan, vegetarian, and all allergies and dietary requirements met as long as we are informed by the guest on booking the tour.
- LunchYou will try numerous small plates & individual portions at secret venues around the city of Chester. All dietary requirements met as long as we are informed by the guest on booking the tour.
- SnacksSnacks along the way that reference the city's heritage and link to stories about the city's food history.
- Alcoholic beveragesThere are four alcoholic beverages included, and great alternatives for non-drinkers
- Free entrance to the Roman gardens and world famous Rows and Walls
- Sightseeing
- Private Guide
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Important to note - The tour involves around a 5k walk. It is at a relaxed pace, and there are numerous rests and places to sit down along the way. We go up and down some stairs and very slight inclines to reach our foodie destinations.
- If you are in a wheelchair or have mobility issues please contact us prior to booking a tour so that we can go through any accessibility issues. We will accommodate all of these and answer all queries
- Could you please include your email when you book to make it easier to communicate
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- We require dietary requirements and allergies from travellers and try to accomodate vegetarian, vegan and gluten free
- Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks, of which we offer a wide range
- The website with email contact is Stephanie Bath. Contact her on [email protected] or the phone number provided
- Infants, children and youths are welcome on the tour but be aware that it is designed with adults in mind, and they might get a little bored or find the walk tiring if they are very young!
- Please add your email
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
