Guided Whitby
Food Tour
Whitby Food Tour details
3.5-4 Hours | 5 stops | £80pp
You probably know Whitby for its famous abbey, whaling heritage, connection to Lewis Carroll and as the setting for Bram Stoker’s Dracula. But it’s also home to a treasure trove of independent restaurants, cafes and eateries.
Our guided Whitby Food Tour gives you a delicious taster of the town’s independent foodie scene. You’ll meet your passionate local guide at Market Place before your tour. Think of them as your food ambassador for the day. They’ll take you to some of the best restaurants Whitby has to offer.
You’ll sample a twist on regional fish and seafood dishes. We couldn’t do a food tour at the seaside without including them, but you’ll also taste and discover Whitby beyond fish and chips. Tuck into Yorkshire tapas at the town’s oldest coaching inn. Indulge in a Japanese-inspired dessert washed down with a local beer, as you relax in a converted museum and chapel.
Stroll between stops, starting at the east side of the town before crossing over to the west side. Along the way, your guide will share fun facts and insights into the food you’re tasting and the town’s rich history.
End your Whitby Food Tour overlooking the popular Whalebone Arch and Captain Cook Monument. Your guide will treat you to cake and hot drink, as you enjoy the picturesque view across the North Sea. You’ll leave full of flavours and stories about Whitby, knowing exactly where to eat next time you visit the seaside town.
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What to expect on your guided Whitby Food Tour
General information
Cost: £80 per person
Tour days: Selected Fridays throughout the year*
Tour length: 3.5-4 hours
Start time: 11.45am
Meeting place: Market Place, Whitby
Group size: Four to 12 people
Venues: Our tasting partners This can be seasonally or due to individual venues’ availability. If one of our partners is unavailable or closed, we have connections with restaurants and cafes across Whitby and will always find an alternative venue for your food tour.
*If you’re visiting Whitby on a different day, we also offer private tours. We’ll tailor your experience to your group or occasion.
Food
A tasting plate or sweet treat is included at each stop on your Whitby Food Tour. Together, they make up the equivalent of a hearty lunch. We recommend having a light breakfast beforehand, so you have a healthy appetite for your tour.
Drink
Our guests have shown us that not everyone shares the same thirst. Our Whitby Food Tour includes an alcoholic drink at one stop (non-alcoholic alternatives are also available) and a hot drink at the final stop. Tap water is available at other tasting partners. You’ll also have the opportunity to buy additional beverages to accompany your tastings at several stops.
Dietary requirements
We will always try our best to cater for specific allergies and dietary requirements. However, we can’t cater for all food or dietary preferences.
If you or someone in your party has an allergy, dietary requirement or food intolerance, please let us know on your booking form and we can discuss alternative options. You can also email us at [email protected] before your food tour.
Walking distance
You’ll walk approximately a mile and a half on your Whitby Food Tour. A portion of the tour is uphill, and some of the streets on the route are cobbled. One of our tasting partners is also up a flight of stairs.
What to wear
You’ll be walking between each stop on your food tour, so we recommend comfortable footwear. The seaside can be sunny one minute and windy the next, so we advise dressing for the weather. We recommend bringing layers, an umbrella and a pair of sunglasses.
Parking and public transport
There are several car parks and parking areas in Whitby. The closest to the food tour meeting point are the Church Street, Cliff Street and Marina Front and Back car parks. Church Street and Cliff Street are a five-minute walk away from the meeting place, and the two Marina car parks are a 10-minute walk away.
Alternatively, if you’d like to park near the end of the tour, the West Cliff Car Park is a five-minute walk from the last stop. It is around a 20-minute walk from the meeting point.
You can easily reach the starting point by public transport. Whitby Train Station and Bus Station are both a 10-minute walk away from Market Place.
Minimum tour numbers
We have a minimum tour size policy of four guests. If your food tour has fewer than four people, we’ll contact you one week before your selected date.
You will have the option to pay a £50 supplementary fee to enjoy the tour as a private experience or reschedule to a different date with a larger group.
If someone books on your tour after you’ve paid the supplementary fee, we will get in touch with you to refund the £50.
Can I buy a gift voucher?
Of course, you can! Which foodie in your life are you treating? Their taste buds will thank you.
You book the voucher, then let them pick the date and destination. In addition to our Whitby Food Tour, we also offer experiences in York, Ripon, Leeds and Harrogate.
How do I redeem a gift voucher?
If you’re redeeming one of our gift vouchers, pop the code in the form when you’re booking your food tour.
If you’re claiming a gift voucher from Virgin, Buy a Gift, Uniquely Local, Red Letter Days or GetYourGuide, please get in touch with us directly to arrange your booking. These vouchers cannot be claimed through our booking provider.
Call us on 07960 240802 or email [email protected] and we’ll book your Whitby Food Tour for you.
Can I book a private tour?
Absolutely, you can! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, visiting Whitby on holiday or organising a family reunion, we’ll tailor your private food tour to you and your party.
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