About Tastes of Lunenburg Food Tour
A 2.5-hour culinary journey featuring local cuisine with stops at top restaurants. Experience maritime flavors and German heritage influences while exploring the town's cobblestone streets.
Features & Highlights
Detailed Information
The Tastes of Lunenburg Food Tour runs 2.5 hours from June through September, walking small groups from its 10 Falkland Street meeting point to a rotation of Old Town restaurants. Stops have included the Bluenose Lodge and the Tin Roof Distillery — rum from Ironworks Distillery has featured — with dishes that reflect both the town's German settler roots and its working fishing port. Guides fold in 270 years of local history between courses.
Practical Information
Planning your visit to the Tastes of Lunenburg Food Tour is straightforward. Here are the essential details you need to know before you go.
- Address & Contact: The tour operator is located at 97 Kaulbach St, Lunenburg, NS. You can reach them by phone at (902) 521-6867 or via email at info@lunenburgwalkingtours.com for any inquiries.
- Schedule: This popular tour operates seasonally from June through September, specifically on Wednesdays and Fridays. The tour begins promptly at 11:30 AM and lasts for approximately 2.5 hours. General business hours for the company are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily.
- Cost & Tickets: Adult tickets (ages 16 and over) are priced at $109 plus tax, while youth tickets (15 and under) are $79 plus tax. Booking is handled through the official website, which features a "RESERVE NOW" option.
- Booking Policies: A full refund is available if you cancel with at least 48 hours' notice. For later cancellations, rescheduling (based on availability) or a credit for future use is offered. The tour runs "rain or shine," so come prepared for the weather. Please note that a minimum number of participants is required for the tour to operate; the company may cancel if this minimum is not met or due to exceptional circumstances.
- A Note on Accessibility: Specific details regarding accessibility for those with mobility challenges were not available in the research material. Visitors with specific accessibility needs are encouraged to contact the tour operator directly for assistance.
The tour meets at 10 Falkland St. and finishes at The Old Fish Factory on the waterfront, where the lobster roll and house chips close out the afternoon. The first course is seafood chowder at the Bluenose Lodge, followed by traditional Lunenburg delicacies and a shot of rum at the Tin Roof Distillery. Book at least 24 hours in advance; the operator requires a minimum number of participants and may reschedule or credit in exceptional circumstances. With a 5.0 Google rating across 316 reviews, it is currently the highest-rated food walk on the South Shore.
