Taste Winter Haven Like a Local

Discover the people, flavors, and stories that make downtown Winter Haven special on this three-hour, all-inclusive walking food tour.

Visit 5–6 locally owned tasting locations, enjoy enough food for lunch, and experience dishes ranging from Southern comfort food to globally inspired local favorites. Along the way, you’ll meet some of the people behind the restaurants, explore downtown landmarks, and hear stories that bring Winter Haven’s food and community to life.

$124 per adult — food tastings, restaurant taxes and gratuities included.

More Than a Meal

This experience is designed for curious food lovers who want to go beyond the usual restaurant visit. Your guide handles the planning, reservations, and tasting selections so you can relax and enjoy the afternoon. Each stop reveals something different about Winter Haven—from the entrepreneurs and family-owned businesses shaping downtown to the history, art, and culture found between tastings.

Come hungry. The tastings are selected to provide the equivalent of a satisfying lunch.

This Tour Is Perfect For

• Couples and friends looking for a memorable afternoon
• Visitors seeking an authentic experience beyond the theme parks
• Winter Haven locals entertaining family or out-of-town guests
• Birthday celebrations and small-group outings
• Food lovers who enjoy discovering locally owned businesses

What’s Included

• Three-hour guided walking food tour
• Tastings at 5–6 locally owned establishments
• Enough food for lunch
• Restaurant taxes and gratuities
• Bottled water
• Local history, culture, public art, and neighborhood stories
• A take-home map with local recommendations and discounts
• A personable experience led by an experienced, licensed professional guide

Sample Tasting Experiences

Your route and menu may change as we showcase seasonal dishes and the best of our local partners. Tastings may include:

• Freshly baked pastries and locally roasted coffee
• Burgers, barbecue, and Southern-inspired favorites
• Shareable chef specialties and globally inspired dishes
• Gourmet sweets and locally made desserts
• Olive oil and balsamic tastings

Specific stops and dishes are subject to availability.

Your Local Guide

Your tour is led by a licensed and certified professional guide with more than a decade of experience creating memorable guest experiences in New York City and Central Florida.

You won’t simply sample food—you’ll leave knowing more about Winter Haven, its local businesses, and the people who make this community worth discovering.

Planning a celebration or group outing? Explore our private tours.

We guarantee great experiences every time!