--- title: Taste of Carlsbad Food Tour slug: taste-of-carlsbad-food-tour type: attraction sub_type: food tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/taste-of-carlsbad-food-tour city: Carlsbad state: CA country: US address: State & Grand Ave., Northwest corner of State and Grand in front of fountain geo: lat: 33.1607 lng: -117.34962 duration: up to 3 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:27:34.889Z price_from: amount: 75 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 1 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Single Admission price: 75 regular_price: 80 savings: 5 ticket_types: - name: Adult (18+ yrs) min_age: 18 - name: Adolescent (11-17 yrs) min_age: 11 max_age: 17 - name: Child (5-10 yrs) min_age: 5 max_age: 10 - name: Senior (62+ yrs) min_age: 62 --- ## Overview Discover Carlsbad's culinary gems on a filling food and wine-tasting tour through its scenic seaside village. Savor locally crafted dishes, wines, and desserts made from treasured recipes while learning about Carlsbad's rich history, culture, and architecture. ## What's Included - All food-tasting samples - Wine or beer tasting - A professional guide - Six tastings including French crepes and California wine - Hand-selected bites from local eateries and Italian cafes - A small group setting for an intimate experience - Access to a popular Tasting Guide with maps, exclusive guest coupons, and discounts ## What's Not Included - Additional alcoholic drinks are available for guests ages 21+ with valid photo ID ## Ticket Options - **Single Admission** — $75.00 (regularly $80.00, save $5.00) Explore Carlsbad Village on a 3-hour food and wine walking tour. Enjoy over 8 tastings, from cinnamon rolls to California wines, while learning about the city’s history and culinary scene. Led by a local guide, this tour covers about a mile with handpicked stops at local favorites. - Adult (18+ yrs) - Adolescent (11-17 yrs) - Child (5-10 yrs) - Senior (62+ yrs) ## Good to Know - Tour duration is approximately 3 hours - Meet your tour guide at State & Grand in front of the fountain - This walking food tour is recommended for all ages - Children ages 4 and under can join for free - Parking is available at Carlsbad Village Train Station and street parking - Tours run rain or shine; wear weather-appropriate attire and comfortable shoes - The tour is pet-friendly and wheelchair-accessible - About a mile of easy walking between restaurant stops - Bring a camera or smartphone for pictures, an umbrella or jacket with hood, a portable water bottle, and a valid photo ID if planning on drinking alcoholic beverages - Inform your tour guide of any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance; accommodation is not guaranteed at all stops ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the tour depart from? Tours depart and end at the northwest corner of State & Grand in Carlsbad, CA, in front of the fountain. Your tour guide will be there to meet you. ### Is parking provided? Yes. Parking is available at the Carlsbad Village Train Station at 2775 State Street, next to the meeting location. Street parking is also available. ### How long is the tour? The tour duration is approximately 3 hours. ### How much walking is involved? This tour is about a mile of easy walking between restaurant stops. ### What should I bring? It is recommended to bring a camera or smartphone for pictures, and an umbrella or jacket with a hood for the weather, a portable water bottle, and a valid photo ID if you’re planning on drinking alcoholic beverages on tour. ### What should I wear? This tour takes place rain to shine, so wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes. ### Is the tour appropriate for children? Yes, the tour is appropriate for all ages. Plus, children ages 4 and under can join for free. ### Can I bring a pet? Yes, the tour is pet-friendly. ### Is the tour wheelchair accessible? Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. ### What’s included in the tour? Your tour includes an exploration of Carlsbad Village’s history and culinary scene along with a professional guide, six tastings including French crepes and California wine, hand-selected bites from local eateries and Italian cafes, and a small group setting for an intimate experience. ### What if I have allergies or have dietary restrictions? The tour will try to accommodate your special dietary needs, but please note that it will not be guaranteed at all stops. Please inform your tour guide of any allergies or strict dietary requirements by leaving a note in the comments section above when booking your ticket. Your guide will help identify items you might want to avoid during the tour.