Kelowna: #1 Rated Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings and 4 Drinks

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Cheers at BNA! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Easy To Smile At The Bakery! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Our #1 Rated historical & cultural walking tour offers guests a unique way to learn about the food & culture of Kelowna through a jam-packed 3-3.5 hour local experience.

Hear the stories you won't find in any brochure, meet the people who actually make this city so great, & taste the food/drinks that put Kelowna on the international culinary stage.

With us you get the personal know-how, & local insight, from Andrew (Owner/Guide) who started this business 5 years ago. He grew up in the Okanagan & worked at his Grandparents Orchard in Oyama.

The tour starts at the historic Laurel Packinghouse, and winds its way through the stunning lakeside Cultural District. Soak in the picturesque Waterfront Boardwalk on Okanagan Lake, discover local art, secret gardens, waterfalls, & so much more!

Along the way we include 7 tantalizing tastes & 4 drink visits at authentic & unique local businesses (Adult Beverages, Non-Alcoholic, & Kids are all catered to). Come hungry & savour Downtown Kelowna!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Operated by: A Taste Of Kelowna Food Tours

Ages: Adults (7–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic beverages: Guests on tour will enjoy a full size craft cocktail, a local beer tasting, a special cocktail sampling, and a glass of wine. I also offer great non-alcoholic, and cater to youth :)
Included: All food and drinks are included! I'm proud to offer an array of my favourite local flavours.
Included: Come Hungry - Owner/Guide (Andrew) is 6'6 and 250 pounds so you'll be getting more than your fill!

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

The Laurel Packinghouse

10 min Admission not included

This is where we meet outside to start the tour. Look for our sandwich board sign, and Andrew (tall ginger) standing out front.
Stop 2

3 min

We stop here to talk about some peculiar street art in Kelowna.
Waterfront Park

15 min Admission included

We walk through the stunning lakeside park and talk about its impact on Kelowna over the past 30 years.
Stop 4

5 min Admission included

Weekdays we go to the rooftop patio for some stunning pictures when the patio is open. April 15th-to-October 15th yearly our groups are able to see a 360 view of Downtown Kelowna.
Kasugai Japanese Garden

5 min Admission included

The hidden Kasugai Gardens are named after Kelowna's sister city in Japan. Stocked with Koi, waterfalls, Japanese sculptures, and impeccable gardens! Lots to see and learn here! The park is open Mid-March to Mid-October.
The Stuart Park

5 min Admission not included

Gorgeous lakeside park dedicated to a famous mayor. Here we will hear the story of the bear in Kelowna, and how our breathtaking boardwalk came to be.
Stop 7

15 min Admission included

Kelowna Yacht Club makes house-made Gelato for us on every tour as we sit lakeside in an award winning building, with an even better view of the lake!
Stop 8

20 min Admission included

A two story historic brick building is now the super unique BNA! The owner loves Northwest Canada, and The Tragically Hip. The place is full with its own brewery, 10 Pin Bowling Alley, Bocce Court, Vintage Arcade, Burger Bar, Airstream Trailer, and way more! One of our guests favourite stops!
Stop 9

15 min Admission included

Our hidden gem on tour! Often times we have to drag people out of this loose leaf tea house, as the aroma, vibes, and peacefulness takes over! A place you won't soon forget, and will likely be back over and over again! Like us :)
Stop 10

15 min Admission included

Sprout is a local family owned, & operated, Artisan Bakery. Situated inside the historic, & vibrant, Cultural District in Kelowna.

Owners Pete & Ava opened the doors in August of 2018, three weeks later they were married & welcomed friends & family to celebrate in the newly finished bakery space. From there, there was no turning back! Sprout quickly grew into a community hub that brought people together ¢tered around one thing – good food & coffee.

They offer a wide variety of food & baked goods! Sprout aims to showcase the incredible natural abundance of the Okanagan. While working with farmers & suppliers to bring local flavours to the community.

All of the breads are made with certified organic flour. Among other health benefits, organic farming practises require thoughtful crop rotation and ensure greater bio-diversity for the land.

When my guests visit they love being able to watch the bakers at work, the welcoming atmosphere, & of course the outstanding food & coffee!
Stop 11

20 min Admission included

A favourite stop on every tour! The stop includes wood fired pizza from an apple shaped forno oven from Naples, Italy. The Cafe is owned by Luigi Coccaro and has a hidden speakeasy and garden patio we show guests as well :)
Stop 12

20 min Admission included

Guests get spoiled here by Chef & Owner Izzy who has a modern take on his Mother & Grandmother's cooking straight from Mexico City! Bring your appetite, and love more fresh margaritas!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your Tour Guide/Owner - "Andrew" just outside the Laurel Packinghouse (1304 Ellis Street) on the corner of Ellis St & Cawston Ave.

I'm easy to spot. A 6-foot-6 redhead, with company shirt & grey backpack. Parking is available just across the road, or the Kelowna Library on Ellis St.

End point

The tour winds through the stunning Cultural District, and ends up no more than a block away from where we begin the tour.

Using your ticket

Once booked you will receive and email from us confirming your purchase. Please try arriving 10 minutes prior to the tour to meet Andrew and confirm with him you have arrived.

Any dietary restrictions please email Andrew at [email protected] the day prior to your tour. We are happy to work with any diet :)

Please also let me know of any mobility concerns.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travellers with foot, knee, hip, or leg issues.
Not recommended for travellers with a cane or walking apparatus.

Options

Kelowna Cultural Food Tour

Duration: 3 hours: We are on Okanagan time so expect to be 15 minutes over time ;)

We include 7 tastings/4 drinks: We taste a variety of food & drinks. You get more than a full meal, so please come hungry as we savour 7 amazing local places

Kelowna Cultural District: We stay inside Kelowna's historic Cultural District. Learn how a fruit industrial area turned into a thriving cultural scene!
Group/Private Tour

Historic & Cultural

Duration: 3 hours: We are on Okanagan time so expect to be 15 minutes or so overtime.

We include 7 tastings/4 drinks: You eat more than a full meal by the end, and savour 7 amazing locally owned places!

Cultural District: We stay inside Kelowna's historic Cultural District. Learn how a fruit centred industrial area turned into a cultural scene!