West Side Market Tour
About this experience
Get an in-depth look at what makes the West Side Market a true American treasure on this delicious and informational food tour.
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Delivery
Great Tour Guide... Very knowledgeable with good relations with market's vendors.
What's Included
- Fun and knowledgeable tour providers have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Cleveland Magazine, and Bon Appetit Magazine
- Visit approximately 15 vendors offering specialties that may include: apple turnovers, olive oil tasting, Cambodian specialties, artisanal cheese, handmade desserts, and more
- Discover the history of this market, its influence on the community, and meet some of its valued vendors
What happens on the day
With its origins dating back to 1840, the West Side Market is Cleveland's oldest publicly owned market. Its classic architecture, dedicated vendors, and rich history have made it the United States' best public market still standing.
This two-hour tour of the West Side Market takes you through this historic market to meet the long-standing vendors, absorb the history, and enjoy a variety of grand cuisine as you visit approximately 15 vendors throughout the facility.
Specialties on this tour may include (and are subject to change):
- Apple turnovers
- Olive oil tasting and appreciation
- Cleveland's best hummus
- Organic fruits and vegetables
- Mediterranean specialties
- Michael Symon's favorite beef jerky
- Tasting and appreciation of handmade almond, cashew and peanut butter
- Handmade desserts
- Fresh-squeezed juices
- Spicy and sweet pickles
- Cambodian specialties
- Cleveland's best falafel
- Artisanal cheese
- Dried fruits and vegetables
Cleveland is experiencing a culinary awakening where indigenous cuisine mixes with progressive and authentic ethnic communities which continue to grow in number and size.
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Availability
When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Wednesdays & Fridays - 11:30 AM
Important Details
Essential Information
- You will be walking for the entirety of this 2 hour tour
- All tastings are included in the price
- Please notify any food allergies or restrictions prior to the tour so accommodations can be made
- You will visit up to 15 vendors that will happily fill most stomachs
- Gratuity for the tour guide is not required but is appreciated
- Children under the age of 7 who will not be participating in food tastings do not require a ticket, please notify Virgin Gifts at the time of booking if you will be bringing an infant or young child along with you
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Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, all bookings for this experience are final.
Customer Reviews
Great Tour Guide... Very knowledgeable with good relations with market's vendors.
Our guide was fantastic and my wife and I loved every minute of this tour, even though we’ve been to the West Side Market dozens of times previously.
We had a great time!! Julie our guide was so informative and she told us all about the market. I would recommend this tour!! Gayle Hill
Response from Virgin Gifts
Hi Gayle, Thank you so much for taking the time to write in! We're so glad that you enjoyed your day out with Julie, and I'll be sure to pass your compliments along. Cheers to fun new memories! Warm regards, Inah
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