Taste of Belfast Food Tour

A three-hour guided tour covering six food stops across Belfast's food landscape. You'll visit St. George's Market, independent restaurants, and local producers, tasting dishes at each location. The tour includes enough food for a full meal and suits first-time visitors wanting a broad overview of what Belfast's food scene offers. Best for comprehensive food overview seekers. This is a easy activity lasting 3 hours. Group size: 2-12. You meet at St. George's Market main entrance. Key highlights: St. George's Market floor tastings from active vendors, Meet local food producers and restaurant owners, Equivalent of a full meal across six stops.

Price: £45

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: 2-12

Minimum age: all ages

Best for: comprehensive food overview seekers

Best time: Friday or Saturday morning (market is busiest and fully stocked). Year-round operation.

Meeting point: St. George's Market main entrance

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

Start time Meet your guide at St. George's Market entrance - Get a brief overview of Belfast's food history and what you'll taste today.

First 45 minutes Explore St. George's Market with first tastings - Sample fresh produce, breads, and prepared foods from local vendors inside the Victorian market hall.

45-120 minutes Visit independent restaurants and producers - Walk to 3-4 venues around the city centre, trying dishes and learning about local suppliers and chefs.

Final 30 minutes Final tasting and market time - Return to St. George's Market for last-minute tastings and a chance to buy ingredients to take home.

The whole experience takes 3 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at St. George's Market main entrance.

• St. George's Market floor tastings from active vendors
• Meet local food producers and restaurant owners
• Equivalent of a full meal across six stops
• Learn about Belfast's food supply chain
• Vegetarian-friendly route options
• Accessibility: Mostly flat, street-level walking. St. George's Market is wheelchair accessible. Pace is moderate.

What is included: Guide for 3 hours, Food tastings at six locations, Market entrance and producer access, Information about local suppliers.

Not included: Alcoholic drinks, Additional food purchases, Transport between stops. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, Water bottle, Cash or card for optional extra purchases, Appetite. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Friday or Saturday morning (market is busiest and fully stocked). Year-round operation..

Tip: Includes full meal equivalent

Tip: Vegetarian options available

Accessibility: Mostly flat, street-level walking. St. George's Market is wheelchair accessible. Pace is moderate..

Operator: Belfast Food Tours

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• St. George's Market (At meeting point walk)
• Crown Liquor Saloon (10 min walk walk)
• Linen Hall Library (8 min walk walk)

This activity is run by Belfast Food Tours.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 48 hours before tour.

Accessibility: Mostly flat, street-level walking. St. George's Market is wheelchair accessible. Pace is moderate..

Best time to go: Friday or Saturday morning (market is busiest and fully stocked). Year-round operation..

How much food do I eat on the Taste of Belfast tour?

The tour includes tastings at six stops that add up to approximately one full meal. Portion sizes are small at each venue so you can sample variety without feeling overfull. Exact quantities depend on what each vendor offers that day.

Can I do the food tour if I'm vegetarian?

Yes. The tour includes vegetarian options at each stop. Inform your guide at the start so they can direct you to suitable tastings. St. George's Market has multiple vegetarian vendors and the independent restaurants all offer meat-free dishes.

When does the Taste of Belfast tour run?

Tours operate year-round, typically Thursday to Sunday. Friday and Saturday departures are most frequent. Check the operator's website for specific times and availability, as schedules vary by season.