A Taste of Chester: Award-Winning Food Tour

Visit Cheshire’s 2026 "Experience of the Year"

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Taste your way through historic Chester

About The Tour

Tripadvisor TC Award 2025

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Winners – 5 Consecutive Years

Take a delicious journey through Chester’s historic streets on the flagship of our Chester food tours. Recently named a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Winner for the fifth year running, this award-winning experience is a favourite for those seeking the best sightseeing and local flavours.

You’ll explore the city’s most iconic sightseeing landmarks and hidden gems – from the Roman walls and medieval Rows to independent cafés, award-winning restaurants, and bustling market stalls.

Along the way, you’ll taste a hand-picked selection of dishes – from traditional Cheshire delicacies to creative modern flavours – while hearing fascinating stories about Chester’s Roman roots, medieval charm, and vibrant food culture.

Relax and savour each stop as we guide you through a premium walking food tour of the city’s best eateries, bars, and market traders. This is the perfect Chester food and drink experience for anyone who loves great flavours, rich history, and discovering a city in the most delicious way possible.

Whether it’s your first time in Chester or you’re rediscovering it in a new way, our A Taste of Chester Food Tour is the ultimate sightseeing and tasting adventure.

Tour Highlights

Walk Chester’s Roman walls with your expert guide, enjoying the city’s finest sightseeing vantage points while uncovering tales of legions, merchants, and medieval life.

Stand beneath the Eastgate Clock, one of Britain’s most photographed landmarks, and hear the sightseeing history behind how it became the city’s icon.

Pause by King Charles (Phoenix) Tower and step into stories from the English Civil War and a city changed by history.

Wander the Chester Rows, timber-framed galleries packed with centuries of trade, gossip, and character – a sightseeing highlight unique to Chester.

Taste four hand-picked stops – from artisan bakers and market favourites to award-winning kitchens and modern small plates.

Meet the makers and hear the stories behind the flavours that put Chester on the map.

Relaxed, small-group pace with vegetarian options available – plenty of time to savour every bite and take in the sightseeing views.

From crumbly Cheshire cheese to creative, contemporary bites (with a sweet surprise to finish), this is Chester served on a plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Taste of Chester Food Tour lasts approximately 3 hours and includes 4 delicious stops.

Yes, advance booking is essential. Our tours often sell out quickly, especially at weekends.

We do our best to cater for most dietary needs. Please let us know your requirements when booking.

Children are welcome but the tour is best suited for ages 12 and up due to the length and style of the experience.

The tour starts near Chester Town Hall and ends close to the city centre. You’ll receive full meeting point details upon booking.

£90 per person

Meeting Point

Chester Visitor Information Centre

All our Chester food tours start from Chester Visitor Information Center.

For step-by-step directions, parking advice, and interactive maps, use the button below.

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