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Downtown Bend Food & Drink Tours: Taste Central Oregon

Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Downtown Bend with guided food and drink tours, showcasing local flavors, breweries, and unique eateries.

15+ tours
From $$75
3-4 hours

Bend, Oregon, has carved out a reputation as a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, but its burgeoning food and drink scene is equally captivating. Downtown Bend, in particular, buzzes with a dynamic energy, offering a concentrated collection of breweries, artisan food shops, and innovative restaurants that reflect the spirit of Central Oregon. From its pioneering craft beer culture, which established Bend as a major player in the national scene, to its farm-to-table ethos and the influx of talented chefs, the downtown core is a culinary microcosm worth exploring. Embarking on a Downtown Bend food and drink tour provides a curated experience, guiding visitors through this delicious landscape. These tours go beyond simply sampling; they offer insight into the stories behind the establishments, the ingredients sourced locally, and the passionate individuals who are shaping Bend's gastronomic identity. Whether you're a seasoned craft beer aficionado eager to explore the legendary breweries or a foodie curious about the latest culinary trends, these guided explorations promise a flavorful journey that complements Bend's natural beauty.

Featured Downtown Bend Food & Drink Tours

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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour & Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
From $57.83
Free Cancellation

This combined ticket gives you access to two of Hobart’s most iconic sightseeing tours – kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and Red Decker City Loop Tour! Starting with the kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus, you'll travel 1270 metres above sea level, experience spectacular views over Hobart and beyond. The 2-hour return trip includes 30-minutes to explore the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. If you’re looking for a little more adventure, you also have the option to hop-on and hop-off at multiple bus stops where you’ll find a wide range of bushwalking tracks to explore. Return to the city and join the official sightseeing tour of Hobart. Hop-on and experience stunning 360 degree views of Hobart from the top deck of our open-top double-decker buses. Stay onboard to complete the full 90 minute tour or hop-on, hop-off at any of the 20 convenient stops around the city. Includes a kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Pass (valid all day) and a 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop Ticket.

4.8(274)
4h
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Reykjavik Teppanyaki 7 Course Menu and Fire Show with Cocktail
From $110
Free Cancellation

Take your taste buds on an adventure with a 7-course teppanyaki tasting menu in Reykjavík, Iceland, the land of ice and fire. Be welcomed with a sake cocktail (or a similar drink) and be amazed as your chef performs a volcanic flame show while crafting your meal. Have chance to taste the best of Icelandic ingredients, including the famous Icelandic langoustine (lobster), Icelandic arctic charr (fish), and free-range Icelandic Lamb, grilled on a teppanyaki table. Treat yourself with a meal at the only teppanyaki restaurant in Iceland. Watch a unique teppanyaki-style food tasting show and a welcome sake cocktail. Admire the chef's skill as they bend the fire to their will to create a mouthwatering menu. Located a modern glass building area in the Reykjavik city center (only 200 m away from historic landmark Höfði house and Fosshotel Reykjavik), the restaurant is not far from the ocean. In winter, you can also view the northern lights from the nearby light house by the ocean.

4.3(26)
1h 30m
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3-Day Amazon Jungle Tour at Eco Amazonia Lodge ECOLOGICO
From $419.45

Travel down the Madre de Dios River and explore the Amazon jungle. Visit the Monkey Island and its population, the Tambopata Candamo National Reserve, and the diverse of its Lakes and rivers, all of which have a variety of species to offer and delight the sight.

4.5(18)
72h
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4-Day Amazon Jungle Tour at Eco Amazonia Lodge
From $512

Travel down the Madre de Dios River and explore the jungle. Visit the Caiman Cocha, the Tambopata Candamo National Reserve, and the Apu Victor Lake, all of which have a variety of species to offer and delight the sight. Visit Lost Cocha and Monkey Island, where you will get to see a variety of monkey species, in their natural habitat.

4.8(10)
96h
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Tokyo Tour for Children to Enjoy! Japanese Crafts Experience
From $128.87
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

This is a private Tokyo tour with a national qualification guide that both children and adults can enjoy. As there are no other customers in the tour, you can enjoy sightseeing in Tokyo at your own pace. Including hotel pickup in Tokyo 23 wards. Tour itinerary is Tokyo Sky Tree, Soramachi or Asakusa Japanese traditional Amezaiku making experience or visit experience, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo local food Monjayaki making lunch(Also experience to make Teppanyaki yourself!). The Monjayaki Experience Lunch, the Amezaiku experience is not included in the displayed tour price. The average price for Monjayaki is 1500-3000 yen per person. However, it changes with the menu to choose. The Amezaiku experience is 2500-3000 yen per person. For more tour details, please check the inclusions and whattoexpect section of this web page.

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10 Day Cape & Garden Route Tour Combo with add-on accommodation
From $1,263.68
Free Cancellation

The iconic sights of Cape Town and the wondrous Garden Route unfold before you on this 10-Day Tour Package. Spend five days exploring the euro-chic city and its famed surrounds. Guided day trips along the Cape Peninsula and Cape Winelands gives you the opportunity to visit several local hotspots and sample award-winning wines with unique pairings.  During your Cape Town stay you can explore the city on your own with an included hop-on-hop-off City Sightseeing bus pass; that stops at popular attractions like Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay and Constantia. Accommodation in Cape Town is an optional extra that can be added. The guided five-day Garden Route tour sees you immersed in pure wilderness. Visit majestic national parks, Addo safari; 4x4 game drive; Cango Caves, optional bungy from the world’s highest commercial bridge jump; Knysna heads, optional surfing in J'bay and wine tasting along Route 62 are just some of the activities you'll experience. 

5.0(10)
240h
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Durmitor – Bobotov kuk (2.523m) Hiking Tour
From $316.82
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Durmitor is a mountain and national park in Montenegro. It is believed that the name Durmitor originates from the Celtic word that means "a mountain full of water ". Durmitor, which, by its beauty and integrity, is a rare and authentic part of nature, was declared a national park in 1952. Bobotov kuk 2.523 meters high is the highest peak of Durmitor mountain massif. It is also the highest peak of Montenegro.

5.0(4)
5h
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Dubai evening desert safari and camp with dinner
From $1,037.72
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Experience this adrenaline-filled journey to the desert with a delicious dinner and entertainment shows. Your evening desert safari starts in the afternoon when your private driver picks you up from your hotel or place of your choice in Dubai in a private 4x4 vehicle. Then you will go to discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Arabian desert. You will reach the dune desert just one hour off the city, and then you will find out a desert is full with surprises such as dune bashing, sandboarding, indigenous plants and animals including camels. A sunset over the red dunes is a sight to behold and remember. After discovering this unique landscape, you will reach the desert camp, where you will enjoy mesmerizing shows and a delicious dinner along with other guests. At the end of your tour, your driver will return you to your point of origin in Dubai in your private car with long-lasting memories of an evening well spent under the wild open sky of the desert.

5.0(1)
6h
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8 day Upper Murraylands Cruise on the Murray Princess
From $3,166.55

This week long cruise takes you through the Murraylands' ancient gorges and red gum forests, past towering sandstone clifffs and historic ports, local vineyards and nature trails to Morgan and beyond. You'll visit the picturesque towns of Waikerie, Morgan and Swan Reach, and enjoy lunch at the Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre. It's an unmissable way to experience the sights, sounds and taste of inland river life.

192h
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Life is an Adventure (10 Days, 9 Nights)
From $960
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Life is an adventure all ways keep it up forward your life I can do. This destination for best of an adventure with an abundance of beautiful gushing rivers & waterfalls, misty mountains, forests, boasting a huge range of endemic serenity of wild life.

240h
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Private Tour: Zhujiajiao Ancient Town,Xintiandi,Shanghai Tower&Yuyuan Old Street
From $273.07
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Experience door-to-door private guided tour including Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and several Shanghai’s iconic attractions. Start your exploration of the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and foot and enjoy local speciality for lunch there. Appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi; experience the original Shanghai atmosphere in Bird and Flower market. When the night falls, stroll around Yuan Old Street, enjoying charming night scenery and experiencing the street life. Plus, have a whole new experience - enjoying a cup of coffee and admiring bird’s-eye views of Shanghai and sunset from the observation deck of Shanghai Tower. 1. Explore the best preserved water towns - Zhujiajiao Ancient Town 2. Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles 3. Private guide for a more personalized experience 4. Time-smart arrangements: no hurrying, no shopping, and no wasted time

10h
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Private Tour:Jewish Refugees Museum, the Bund,Yu Garden+Sunset in Shanghai Tower
From $226.14
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Experience many iconic attractions in this classic Shanghai tour. This tour will take you through Old Shanghai style streets, the Yu Garden, Former French Concession and Pudong New Area. Discover a lesser-known side of Shanghai's history at Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum. Have a distinct contrast of the western-style architectures built in early 20th century and modern ones built since 1990s. Walk and shop around Nanjing Road. Experience the original Shanghai atmosphere and classical garden. Appreciate the panoramic views of Shanghai and sunset while drinking coffee on the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower. 1. Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles 2. Taste traditional dim sum - Xiaolongbao 3. Appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi 4. Your guide can answer all your questions about the city on this private tour 5. Take it easy with 2-way door-to-door private transfers and guiding

9h
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10 Days Riding Challenge Tour across Switzerland
From $4,852.33

The Challenge Tour takes you clear across Switzerland, from west to east. You'll see the most important regions of the country in 10 days of riding. The route follows the train network, so you're never far from the train in case of problems or simply if you'd like to have a shorter day.

5.0(6)
240h
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Private Tour:Jewish Refugees Museum, the Bund,Yu Garden+Sunset in Shanghai Tower
From $226.14
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Experience many iconic attractions in this classic Shanghai tour. This tour will take you through Old Shanghai style streets, the Yu Garden, Former French Concession and Pudong New Area. Discover a lesser-known side of Shanghai's history at Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum. Have a distinct contrast of the western-style architectures built in early 20th century and modern ones built since 1990s. Walk and shop around Nanjing Road. Experience the original Shanghai atmosphere and classical garden. Appreciate the panoramic views of Shanghai and sunset while drinking coffee on the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower. 1. Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles 2. Taste traditional dim sum - Xiaolongbao 3. Appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi 4. Your guide can answer all your questions about the city on this private tour 5. Take it easy with 2-way door-to-door private transfers and guiding

9h
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8 Days Jungle & Culinary Experience from San Jose
From $5,029.52

Prepare yourself to uncover a true culinary paradise and one of the most beautiful places in the wordl, Costa Rica! Famous for its breathtaking nature, exotic beaches, profound jungles and mysterious cloud forests, having the ultimate chance to explore like a local all the gastronomic treasures that this country has to offer. Become a Costa Rican food expert through a unique hands-on cooking class to authentic charming family table.

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Why Choose Downtown Bend Food & Drink in Bend?

Craft Beer Capital

Bend is renowned for its high concentration of craft breweries. These tours offer a direct line to tasting and learning about this essential part of the local culture.

Local Flavors

Experience the authentic tastes of Central Oregon, from farm-fresh ingredients to unique culinary creations found only in Bend's downtown core.

Expert Guidance

Benefit from the knowledge of local guides who can share insider tips and historical context, enriching your understanding of Bend's food and drink scene.

Convenient Exploration

Discover multiple establishments within walking distance, making it an efficient and enjoyable way to sample Bend's best without the hassle of navigation.

Curated Experiences

Tours are designed to showcase a diverse range of tastes and experiences, ensuring you get a well-rounded introduction to downtown's culinary offerings.

Photogenic Stops

Many food and drink locations in Downtown Bend offer visually appealing settings, perfect for capturing memorable moments of your culinary journey.

Types of Downtown Bend Food & Drink in Bend

Craft Brewery Tours

Dive deep into Bend's legendary craft beer scene. These tours typically visit several renowned breweries, offering tastings and insights into the brewing process. You'll learn about the hops, malts, and techniques that define Bend's award-winning beers.

Multiple Brewery VisitsTasting Flights IncludedBrewery History & ProcessOften Includes Snack PairingsFocus on Local Craft Beer

Foodie Adventures

Explore the diverse culinary landscape of downtown Bend. These tours focus on a variety of eateries, from casual cafes to upscale restaurants, highlighting local specialties and artisan producers. Expect a mix of savory and sweet bites.

Variety of Food StopsFocus on Local IngredientsSampling of Different CuisinesIntroduction to Local Chefs/OwnersWalking Tour Format

Beer & Bites Combinations

Experience the best of both worlds with tours that expertly pair local craft beers with complementary food offerings. Guides often select specific brews to enhance the flavors of the small plates and appetizers you'll enjoy.

Beer and Food PairingsTasting Portions of FoodCurated Beer SelectionsFocus on Local PairingsOften Includes a Brewery Visit

Cocktail & Spirits Tours

Discover Bend's growing cocktail culture. These tours visit bars and distilleries where you can sample handcrafted cocktails and learn about the spirits and mixers that make them special. It's a sophisticated way to explore the city's nightlife.

Craft Cocktail TastingsVisits to Bars/DistilleriesIntroduction to MixologyFocus on Local SpiritsEvening Tours Available

What to Expect on Downtown Bend Food & Drink Tours

Duration

Most tours typically run between 3 to 4 hours, allowing ample time to visit multiple locations and enjoy the tastings without feeling rushed.

Weather

Bend experiences four distinct seasons. Tours are often walking-based, so dress in layers and check the weather forecast. Some tours may have indoor components or be less affected by weather.

Group Size

Group sizes can vary, but generally range from intimate gatherings of 6-10 people to slightly larger groups of up to 16-20. Smaller groups often allow for more interaction with the guide and hosts.

What's Included

Typically includes pre-selected tastings at each stop. Specific beverages (beer flights, cocktails, or wine samples) are usually part of the tour package. Meals are usually not included, but small bites are common.

Meeting Point

Tours usually convene at a central, easily accessible location in Downtown Bend. Specific meeting points will be provided upon booking.

Additional Costs

While tastings are included, you may wish to purchase additional drinks, full meals, or souvenirs. It's also customary to tip your guide and any service staff.

Expert Tips for the Best Experience

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Book in advance, especially during peak seasons (summer, holidays, race weekends), as popular tours fill up quickly.

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Come hungry and thirsty! The tastings are designed to give you a comprehensive experience, so pace yourself.

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Wear comfortable walking shoes – you'll be exploring downtown Bend on foot.

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Inform your tour operator of any dietary restrictions or allergies well in advance. While some accommodations can be made, it's best to check beforehand.

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Consider the time of day. Morning tours might focus on coffee and pastries, while afternoon and evening tours lean towards breweries and cocktails.

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Don't be afraid to ask questions! Local guides are a wealth of information about Bend's history, culture, and culinary scene.

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Check reviews on TopTours.ai to get a sense of recent experiences and the specific focus of different tours.

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Factor in transportation to and from your meeting point. Downtown Bend is walkable, but consider parking or ride-sharing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Are these tours suitable for non-drinkers?

A: While many tours heavily feature alcohol, some focus more broadly on food. It's always best to check the specific tour description or contact the operator to see if they can accommodate non-drinkers with alternative tastings or focus on food samples.

Q:What is the typical age range for these tours?

A: Since these tours involve alcohol tastings, participants generally need to be 21 years of age or older. This is a standard requirement for brewery and bar tours in the United States.

Q:Can I buy a full meal during a food tour?

A: Food tours typically focus on tasting portions designed to give you a diverse sampling. While some tours might include a small dish that's more substantial, they usually aren't intended as a full meal. You can often purchase additional food at the establishments visited.

Q:What if I have a dietary restriction like being vegetarian or gluten-free?

A: Many tour operators can accommodate common dietary needs, but it's crucial to communicate these when you book. Advance notice is essential for them to arrange suitable options at each stop.

Q:How much walking is involved?

A: Downtown Bend is quite walkable, and most food and drink tours involve a moderate amount of walking between different venues. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for several short walks around the downtown area.

Q:Can I book a private tour for a special occasion?

A: Yes, many operators offer private tour options. This is a fantastic way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or corporate event and can often be customized to your group's preferences.

Q:What's the best way to get to the meeting point?

A: Downtown Bend is accessible by car, with several parking garages and street parking available. Alternatively, ride-sharing services are a convenient option. Check the specific meeting point details for the best approach.

Q:How far in advance should I book a tour?

A: It's recommended to book at least a few days in advance, especially if you're traveling during a busy period or want to secure a spot on a highly-rated tour. Booking further out guarantees your preferred date and time.

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Why Visit Bend?

Explore unique volcanic landscapes and endless outdoor adventures in stunning Bend, Oregon.

Discover craft breweries and vibrant downtown shops along the scenic Deschutes River.

Enjoy four distinct seasons perfect for hiking, skiing, and exploring this high desert gem.

Experience a rich history rooted in logging and a thriving modern arts scene.

Hike the Deschutes River Trail for breathtaking views and easy access to nature.

Bend offers a perfect blend of rugged wilderness and urban comfort for all travelers.

Best Time to Visit

Weather

Bend boasts a high desert climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and dry with plenty of sunshine, while winters are cold and snowy, ideal for winter sports. Spring and fall offer milder temperatures, though they can be variable with occasional rain or snow.

Best Months

The best months to visit Bend are generally June through September for warm, sunny weather perfect for outdoor activities, or December through March for excellent snow conditions for skiing and snowboarding.

Peak Season

Peak season in Bend is summer (June-August) and winter (December-March). Expect sunny, warm days in summer ideal for hiking and water sports, and snowy landscapes in winter for skiing. During these times, crowds are larger, and accommodation prices tend to be higher.

Off Season

The shoulder seasons of spring (April-May) and fall (October-November) offer fewer crowds and potentially lower prices. While the weather can be unpredictable, these times are great for enjoying the natural beauty of Bend with a more relaxed atmosphere.

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Transportation Tips

Getting around Bend is straightforward, with a car being the most convenient option for exploring the wider region and accessing trailheads. The Bend Area Transit (BAT) bus system offers reliable service within the city, though routes may be limited for remote attractions. Biking is also very popular, with dedicated paths and trails throughout Bend, especially along the Deschutes River. Ride-sharing services are available, but can be less frequent outside of peak hours. For scenic drives, consider exploring the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway in warmer months.

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