Inverness Food Tour

One of the Top Things to Do in Inverness, Florida

Inverness Food Tour

Experience a guided downtown Inverness food tour that blends local history, local lore and chef-inspired tastings. This relaxed walking tour features three curated stops, historic landmarks, and stories that bring this Old Florida town to life. A perfect day trip from Tampa, Ocala, or The Villages. Come see why this is one of the top things to do in Inverness.

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The Tricounty Women Veterans group (15 of us) toured and ate in Inverness with Elizabeth as our guide. This tour exceeded everyone’s expectations! The history was great and the food was incredible! We plan to offer this again this year for those who could not join us. Highly recommended!

My husband and I did the food tour with Elizabeth in Inverness today. It was a great experience! Elizabeth was delightful and very informative. We went to four establishments for food and drink. It was all delicious and very generous portions. We highly recommend this tour!

I thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Elizabeth clearly loves Inverness and is a wealth of information about the history. The places we stopped all had delicious food and drinks. If anything, there was too much food!! Looking forward to doing the Crystal River tour.

Overview

Inverness Culinary Walking Tour Experience

Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the heart of downtown Inverness through exceptional food, local history, and small-town charm. This immersive 2.5-hour walking food tour takes you around the historic Courthouse Square—where locals still say, “Let’s circle the Square.”

Recently recognized in a 2026 USA Today readers’ poll as one of the South’s top small towns, Inverness offers the perfect backdrop for a memorable culinary outing filled with character, hospitality, and hidden gems.

Along the way, you’ll visit three handpicked local restaurants and specialty stops, enjoying chef-inspired tastings that range from savory favorites to a sweet finale. Curated beverages and a complimentary glass of wine are included, making this experience satisfying enough to replace lunch or dinner.

More than just a food tour, this experience brings Inverness to life through stories of its early founders, historic landmarks, thriving arts scene, and local culture. Depending on availability, guests may also visit highlights such as the local art gallery and historic theater.

Designed with comfort and connection in mind, the tour moves at an easy pace with plenty of opportunities to sit, relax, and enjoy the experience. It’s ideal for couples, friends, day-trippers from The Villages, visitors exploring Central Florida, and private groups looking for something truly different.

Whether you’re discovering Inverness for the first time or rediscovering a favorite small town, the Inverness Food Tour offers a delicious and memorable way to experience one of Florida’s most welcoming destinations.

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What is included in the Inverness Food Tour?

The Inverness Food Tour is more than a full dinner—it’s a relaxed, elevated culinary experience through historic Inverness.

Guests enjoy three curated tasting stops featuring chef-inspired cuisine, including a seasonal tapas experience with four paired drinks and four small plates, a cozy bistro serving two of its signature favorites alongside a glass of wine, and an internationally award-winning sweet treat to finish.

Along the way, your guide shares the stories, history, and character of downtown Inverness, with a possible visit to the local art gallery when available.

How long is the Inverness Food Tour?

The Inverness Food Tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours and includes three curated tasting experiences throughout historic Inverness. The leisurely route covers just over one mile of easy walking, with plenty of time to sit, savor each stop, and enjoy the charm, history, and atmosphere of downtown Inverness.

When is the best time to visit Inverness?

Fall, winter, and spring are especially beautiful in historic Inverness, with cooler weather, seasonal events, and festive downtown charm.

As Elizabeth Fernley shared with Travel + Leisure, “It’s like a Hallmark movie during Christmas,” thanks to the town’s holiday decorations, tree lightings, parades, and family-friendly atmosphere.

The Inverness Food Tour is offered year-round, with expanded availability during the most comfortable weather seasons.

On behalf of the people from Del Webb Spruce Creek Golf & Country Club in Summerfield who joined your Tastes & Tales Tour, we want to say thank you! We all had a wonderful time and truly enjoyed the food and the experience of your charming town. Please let the restaurants know they exceeded our expectations. Again, thank you for a great day!

Beth H.