Paso Robles Food & Wine Walking Tour: 3 Hours

Taste wine, barbecue and local creativity on foot through Paso Robles

A 3-hour guided walking tour through Paso Robles stops at local restaurants and bars for wine tastings, food samples and craft cocktails, with all food and beverages included. The tour covers roughly 1.5 miles and caps at 12 people. It runs Mondays and Saturdays at 1:30 pm, though other dates are available by request. Minimum age is 21 for the standard tour. Non-alcoholic versions with mocktails are offered for younger guests and non-drinkers.

The experience

Paso Robles' food and wine tour strings together five to six stops across the downtown core, each one chosen for the owners behind it rather than the name on the door. You'll taste handmade Honduran dishes, bold barbecue like brisket mac and cheese, plant-based plates, locally made gelato, craft beers and wines from the county, then finish with craft cocktails and fondue. Every bite and sip is included: no separate checks, no upsell at the register.

The walk itself covers about 1.5 miles at an easy pace, with the guide leading and talking through each stop's story. Tours run roughly three hours and stay under twelve people, so you're not herding through a crowd. You'll meet at a set starting point downtown (the operator recommends parking at 630 Palm St, where ten-hour meters take change) and end near the same area, so there's no scramble for a ride back.

Non-alcoholic tours swap wine and cocktails for specialty mocktails, and the operator welcomes all ages on those versions. Some dietary restrictions can't be worked around given the stops' menus, so reach out before booking if you have concerns. They'll tell you straight whether the tour fits your needs.

What’s included

• All food tastings and beverages (wine, craft beer, craft cocktails, and non-alcoholic mocktails).
• live English-speaking guide.
• approximately 1.5 miles of walking through downtown Paso Robles.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 16:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Taste of SLO Food & Wine Tours

Is this one for you?Book the standard tour if you drink wine and cocktails. Choose the non-alcoholic version if you prefer mocktails or are under 21. Contact ahead if you have dietary restrictions, as some cannot be accommodated at the stops on this route.

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Top questions

What exactly do I taste on the Paso Robles food and wine tour?

The tour includes Santa Maria-style barbecue, handmade Honduran dishes, plant-based plates, locally made gelato, craft beers, Paso Robles wines, fresh baked breads, and craft cocktails with fondue bites. All food and drinks are included in the price.

How far do we walk and how long does the tour take?

The tour covers approximately 1.5 miles over about three hours at an easy pace, with stops built in for tasting and talking at each location.

Can I do a non-alcoholic version of this tour?

Yes, non-alcoholic tours are available with specialty mocktails instead of wine and cocktails, and all ages are welcome on those departures.

When does the tour run and how many people go?

Tours depart Mondays and Saturdays at 1:30 pm and generally cap at 12 people, though larger groups can be arranged. Other days are available by request. Contact the operator to ask about your specific date.

What should I know about parking and where we meet?

The tour starts and ends in downtown Paso Robles near the same location. The operator recommends parking at 630 Palm St, where ten-hour meters accept change only.