Granville Island Market Tour, Vancouver Foodie Tours

On the shores of False Creek, canopied by an urban bridge, Granville Island Market is a favourite amongst the city’s chefs and foodies. It’s a big part of the city’s soul. As the colourful market buzzes around you, step behind the scenes to experience a side that many never see — even the locals. Tuck into savoury and sweet bites by renowned culinary artisans, and connect with their passion for food and heritage.

Duration: 2 Hours

Operating times: Meeting Time: 10:15am. Tour departs promptly at 10:30 am, a 1:30pm departure opens up once the 10:30am time slot is full.

Schedule: Jan 1 - February 28 - Friday, Saturday 

                March 1 - May 14 - Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

                May 15 - Sep 30 - Daily

                October 1 - 31 - Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

                November 1 - December 21 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Black Out Dates

New Year’s Day - January 1

January 3 - 11

Christmas Eve - December 24

Christmas Day - December 25

Boxing Day - December 26

New Year’s Eve - December 31

Meeting Point: Meet outside the Granville Island Public Market building (near the corner of Duranleau Street and Johnston Street), across the road from A Bread Affair. Look for the Foodie Tour Guide in a red top. 1689 Johnston Street, Vancouver.

What To Bring: Water to stay hydrated on the tour.

Capacity: Maximum 12 guests per tour guide

Dietary Restrictions: With notice, we can provide substitutions for vegetarians, pescatarians, gluten free, nut free, andvegan guests. With the open market environment, we cannot guarantee zero cross contamination.

Walking Distance: A 2 hour standing tour with 15 minutes of walking interspersed. This tour is wheelchair accessible.

Children: Children 4 and under may attend free of charge, if they do not require their own seat or tastings. All children over 4 must purchase a ticket to participate.

Weather: Tour runs rain or shine

About

Noisy and chaotic, yet irresistibly atmospheric, Granville Island is Canada's second most-visited destination behind Niagara Falls. This is Vancouver's destination for lovers of food, art and culture. Offering fresh, local, seasonal produce, alongside a slice of local life, this is where guests rub elbows with Vancouver's chefs as they shop for the day's menu. During the tour, guests will savor a cornucopia of fine foods from independent farmers and food artisans throughout Vancouver and nearby farms; from cheeses to locally-made charcuterie, candied salmon to melt-in-your-mouth donuts. Touring Granville Island Public Market will be one of the most authentic ways to experience Vancouver - after all, what better way to feel the pulse of the city than to immerse yourself in the action?

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You’ll skip the lines and indulge in over 20 signature Canadian tastings, including organic breads, local charcuterie, British Columbia cheeses, melt-in-your-mouth donuts and more!

Why take the Granville Island Market Tour? - 

• VIP Access at the world-famous Public Market
• Foodie Tour exclusive food tastings - A progressive meal featuring 20+ signature
• Canadian foods
• 10 delicious destinations to taste candied salmon, award-winning charcuterie, local cheeses,artisan breads, melt-in-your-mouth donuts, and single origin coffee
• Foodie recommendations and Granville Island discounts 

Granville Island Market Tour Tastings - A progressive meal with 20+ tastings!

• Cranberry & Pistachio Sourdough
• Okanagan Red Wine Prosciutto
• Black Truffle Salami
• Honey Mustard Pickle Chip
• Maple Salmon Candy
• Appletree Smoked Cheddar
• Goat Cheese with Blueberry Bourbon Preserve
• Salted Caramel Macaron
• Medium Roast Single Origin Coffee
• Honey Dip Donuts, and many more delicious bites 

Highlights:

• CANADA’S TOP ARTISANS - Get VIP Access to Skip the Lines and indulge in 20+ Signature Canadian Tastings, 8 Delicious Destinations and an All-Inclusive Grazing Meal
  
• VERY VANCOUVER FOODS - Maple Salmon Candy, British Columbia Cheeses, Lee’s Honey Dipped Donuts  & more!
• ALL-CANADIAN CHARCUTERIE - Elk and Juniper Salami, Okanagan Red Wine Prosciutto, Bison Bresaola & more!
• PUBLIC MARKET MAGIC - 90+ Food Shops and Artisans at Work, Towers of Fresh Produce, Musicians, Performers & more!
  
• DISCOVER GRANVILLE ISLAND - Meet the Community, Exclusive Granville Island Discounts, Local Tips and Recommendations
• TAKE IN THE SIGHTS - Local artist murals, Waterfront views and Amazing food displays

Please Note

Gratuity fees are included and charged at a 18% rate