Old Worthington Tour

What to Expect

Your Old Worthington morning, step by step.

Three and a half hours, six tastings, and the stories behind one of central Ohio's oldest settlements.

Meet in the historic district

Gather with your local guide in the heart of Old Worthington and set off on foot through its walkable historic district.

Taste six Old Worthington spots

Sample generous tastings at six hand-picked stops, including artisan purveyors at the Saturday farmers market, with plenty to fill you up.

Walk away with the history

Learn how one of central Ohio's oldest settlements grew up around its village green, plus the spots you'll want to revisit.

About This Tour

6 tastings across Old Worthington.

This walking tour introduces guests to Old Worthington's historic district through six tastings, including artisan purveyors at the Saturday farmers market. The tour is built around the market and runs only when it's open, May through October.

Stops include

Stops include artisan purveyors at the Worthington Farmers Market, House Wine, Joya's, Everest Cuisine, and The Worthington Tavern.

Duration

3.5 hours

Price

$85 per person

Schedule

Saturdays at 11:30am

Walking

Half mile of walking

Runs May through October.

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Pick your date

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What's Included

Everything You Need

In total, the tour provides enough delicious food to replace one meal.

6 Tastings

Generous tastings at hand-picked restaurants. Enough food to replace one meal.

Local Expert Guide

An experienced guide with deep local culinary and historic knowledge of the neighborhood.

Boutique Experience

Small-group format so you can hear your guide and chat with the chefs and owners.

Optional gratuity for your guide is appreciated. Many guides have Venmo QR codes available.

Common Questions

Before You Book

Where exactly do we meet?

Old Worthington. The exact address is included in your booking confirmation and reminder emails. Meeting points are always indoors or covered.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Vegetarians can be accommodated with advance notice. We are not able to accommodate vegan or celiac guests on this tour. For specific food allergies, please contact us directly so we can coordinate with each restaurant.

What's the minimum group size? Will my tour be cancelled?

Tours require a minimum enrollment of 4 guests. If a tour doesn't meet the minimum, we'll either reschedule you on another date or issue a full refund gift card. We'll always reach out before cancelling.

What if it rains?

Tours run rain or shine. We only cancel for severe weather that threatens guest safety, which is rare. Dress for the day and we'll handle the rest.

Are children or strollers allowed?

Children are welcome on most tours, though young children should be assessed individually given the pace and length. Strollers aren't practical given space constraints inside the shops and restaurants. Service dogs are permitted; pets are not.

Can I book a private version of this tour for my group?

Yes. Most of our public tours are also available as private experiences for groups of 8 or more. See corporate events →