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The 15 History & Food Tours That Earn Their Price

60 tours  ·  from $21 a head

Good history & food tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Amsterdam Food and Cultural Tour with Tastings - Meeting Roman at Vijzelstraat
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Amsterdam Food and Cultural Tour with Tastings

1.Amsterdam Food and Cultural Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,315 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Walk central Amsterdam with Roman, sampling Dutch favorites at local food stops while learning about the monarchy, crooked houses, Begijnhof, and Jordaan. This 3.5-hour English tour includes indoor and outdoor tastings, suits vegetarians but not vegans or gluten-free diets, and ends with a useful local food guide.

“From the moment we met Roman his passion for the city was unmistakable. As we wandered through streets and neighborhoods, it felt less like a tour and more like being shown around by an old friend. Roman’s knowledge brought each corner to life—he pointed out architectural gems we would have missed and led us to unique spots that only locals frequent. Our journey was a delicious one, too. We stopped for Dutch apple pie, savoring its sweet warmth in a cozy café, and sampled crispy Dutch fries at a bustling shop where locals gathered for their favorite snack. Each bite was a taste of Amsterdam’s authentic flavors, far from the…”

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Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History - Four food stops, with the route changing by day
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Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

2.Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,261 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

Walk Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter with an English-speaking guide, stopping at four food venues for tapas, wine, vermouth, sangria, and local specialties. Guides such as Juan Carlos, Andrew, Santiago, and Francisco add city stories and humor. Expect a generous three-hour evening for adults 18 and over.

“Amazing tour! I booked it last minute for my birthday and had a great time with the guide Francesco who went above and beyond to make sure he got me a slice of cake and - hear me out! - candles, which he had to run to the shop next door for, to sing happy birthday to me. So glad I chose to do this tour and met such amazing people. Also, the tapas experience was great. The black paella made of cuttlefish has me wanting to go back to BCN!!! Love it!!”

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Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions - A pause for flamenco dress at Plaza del Pan
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Sevilla Food Tour: Tapas, Wine, History & Traditions

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

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

Spend about three and a half hours walking central Seville with a local English-speaking guide such as Alejandro, Pilar, Jeff, or Stephanie. Visit neighborhood bars, taste tapas and four wines, learn about flamenco dress and football culture, and finish in Santa Cruz.

“Ella was a wonderful guide. She was very open to answering questions about the food, culture, and city.”

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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour - El Escarpín brings Asturias to Madrid
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Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

4.Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,664 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Spend 3 to 3.5 hours tasting nine tapas and four drinks at four central Madrid taverns, including Casa Labra and La Casa del Abuelo. Your English-speaking guide, such as Arantxa, Cassie, Sam, or Javier, also leads a history walk through the Habsburg quarter, Plaza Mayor, and Puerta del Sol.

“Our tour guide, Cassie, made this good tour exceptional with her historical knowledge, sense of humor, and friendships with the local taberna workers/owners. She took great care of us so no one drifted or got lost. Each stop included a unique beverage like summer wine, cider, and grandpa’s wine, and tapas like garlic shrimp, ham croquette, and bulls’s tail. Don’t hesitate, sign up for this tour now!”

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Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour - Jose Marti Park and Ybor City’s Cuban connection
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Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour

5.Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,210 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Walk Tampa’s historic Ybor City with guides such as Cindy, Surch, Kristie, or Surge. Expect four to six generous food and drink tastings, including Cuban sandwiches, calzones, cannoli, and Cuban coffee, plus stories about the district’s immigrant roots.

“We had a delightful time with Cindy, our tour guide. It was my second time doing this tour and I still learned a few things about Ybor! We powered through in the heat, but Cindy knew where to find the AC. The food was fantastic and we were so full by the end! Thank you for a fun tour!”

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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour - Fan Tan Alley and Victoria’s Chinatown
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

6.Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

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

Walk Victoria with Andy from Phillips Brewing through Chinatown, Market Square, Government Street, and Bastion Square. Along the way, sample chocolate, tea, biscuits, spring rolls, pierogi, and other local foods while learning how the city’s neighborhoods and food culture developed. Groups are limited to 12.

“Absolutely, incredible! Andy is epic!! He is extremely kind, knowledgeable, and time that flies! The sites, history, foods were fantastic! Definitely recommend!! The vendor owners were also excellent and made the time so enjoyable!!!”

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Barcelona Tapas Walking Tour: Food, Wine & History - Starting at Travellers Nest Bar near Las Ramblas
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Barcelona Tapas Walking Tour: Food, Wine & History

7.Barcelona Tapas Walking Tour: Food, Wine & History

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,928 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend about three hours visiting four food and drink stops in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. You’ll try tapas with wine, sangria, vermouth, and cava, while guides such as Santiago, Lila, Ewan, and Juan Carlos add local stories and history. The tour begins and ends near Las Ramblas.

“Leila was a fabulous guide! It was 4 bars / kitchens & really different and interesting. No food history but some history of Barcelona in 2 squares which was interesting. Surprised (in a good way) by quality & quantity of food. Lovely people too on the tour.”

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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour - Two hours through Gastown’s food and past
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Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

8.Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Walk about five to eight easy city blocks through Gastown with a guide such as Sean, Rachel, Andrea, or Connor. Stop at local eateries for six to seven food tastings, three to four drink tastings, and stories about Vancouver’s past. Come hungry, wear good shoes, and book dietary requests 24 hours ahead.

“Great history of GasTown with Sean. Food and drink stops were fun with very tasty selections provided to us. Sean was engaging, informative and very friendly. We would recommend this tour”

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Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail - Eating through Boston’s North End
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Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

9.Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,772 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about five hours walking from Boston Harbor through the North End and along the Freedom Trail. You’ll taste bread, pizza, an Italian deli sandwich, coffee, and pastry, then visit landmarks with guides such as Nabil, Lexie, Bob, and Claire. Expect about 8 km on foot.

“Our guide Maddie was the best! Very knowledgeable. The food was spectacular as well as filling!! Enjoyed every minute of this tour!!!”

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Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks - Irish cheese in a popular local restaurant
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Dublin Historical Centre Food Tour with 8 Food Tastings & Drinks

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

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

Spend about three hours eating through central Dublin, from award-winning Irish coffee and warm sausage rolls to oysters, cheese, stew, beer, and ice cream. Guides such as Ann, Lee, Ciaran, Cathy, and Francesca add local stories and practical advice. The group is capped at 12.

“Fun, interesting and some surprising food choices. Wonderful guide who included all participants. Minimum walking for anyone with limitations.”

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The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk - What the five-hour route feels like
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The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk

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

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

Follow a local guide such as Sonali, Dolly, or Parul through Old Delhi for five hours of street food, market lanes, chai, history, and rickshaw rides. Try around 10 to 15 dishes, visit Khari Baoli and Chandni Chowk, and return to Connaught Place with food included.

“Sonali was great! We tried so many delicious foods with interesting history and variety. A nice way to start our tour of Delhi! We would definitely recommend this tour!”

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Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour - Johnson Square is a practical starting point
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Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour

12.Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,623 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Start at Johnson Square for a three-hour, small-group food and history walk through Savannah’s Historic District and River Street. Expect six tasting stops, Southern favorites, rotating restaurants, and guides such as Christina, Christine, or Cricket. Food and nonalcoholic beverages are included; drinks cost extra.

“Christine was an AWESOME guide!! It was freezing cold out but we kept moving snd kept eating! Went to so many doors that we were aware of. We went back to 2 of tgrm for FULL MEAKS!! Great fun and yummy food!!”

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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour - Hot sauce, seasonings, and a useful pause
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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

13.New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

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

Start in the French Quarter with a small group of up to 16, then follow a guide such as Beth, Meg, John, or Dylan to five food stops. Expect gumbo, hot sauces, pralines, po’boys, muffulettas, boudin, and other local dishes, with vegetarian options available.

“Despite it being a very rainy afternoon, we really enjoyed the tour. Beth is a great guide and shared tons of information and history about not only the local foods we sampled but also the city itself. This tour is the perfect combination for for travelers with a limited amount of time to to get a taste of New Orleans. The tour does go off rain or shine, so be sure to check the forecast and be prepared with jackets/ umbrellas. Thanks for an enjoyable experience!”

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Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour - Starting at the Salinas Museum and Piazza Olivella
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Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour

14.Street Food and History Walking Tour

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

Join Fabrizio for a three-hour walk through Palermo’s old town and Capo Market. Taste sfincione, panelle, crocché, arancine, cannolo, and one drink while learning about Sicilian food, customs, and landmarks. Cruise passengers can request port pickup at 10 a.m.

“Fabrizio our guide was excellent. Great knowledge and humour, he really looked after us.”

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Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors & Heritage Walk - The salumeria sandwich and the question of value
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Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors & Heritage Walk

15.Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors & Heritage Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,322 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $70

Walk about 1.3 miles from the Greenway Carousel into Boston’s North End, stopping for fresh bread, Italian meats and cheese, pizza, pastry, and coffee. A guide such as Lexie, Nabil, or Bob adds local history, while the group stays small at no more than 12 people.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable on the content on the area. Took us to great food spots to sample delicious options. We had a great time. We even got great spots to sample afterwards.”

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