Sink Your Teeth into Smithfield: A Food & History Walking Tour

Spend the afternoon sampling our unique heritage with pork, seafood, desserts, and more while locals sprinkle in folksy stories of the pork and peanut industries that put Smithfield on the map.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Views of spectacular Victorian houses and the nearby Pagan River
• Stories about the food and locations from local restaurateurs
• Charming tales of history and current day from local residents
• A variety of cuisines including modern Southern, British, Thai and more
  
  

DETAILS

Duration: 2.5-3 hours
Date/Time: Offered most 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month at 2pm
Walking: Less than 1 mile (but be sure to wear comfortable shoes)
Meeting/Parking: Tour begins at Smithfield Station Restaurant, 415 South Church Street, Smithfield VA 23430. Parking there is free. If you would like to park closer to the end of the tour, parking is also available behind the Bank of Southside Virginia at 115 Main Street.
Tickets: $75
Ticket sales will cut off for each tour date the Wednesday before at noon

Gift certificates: to purchase a gift certificate, please call us at 757-357-5182. They are not date-specific, allowing the recipient to schedule a tour at their convenience.
Capacity: Each tour can accommodate a minimum of 6 guests and maximum of 10, ages 21+. If a tour date does not meet the minimum of 6, guests will be given the option to either select a new date or receive a refund. We encourage you to invite your family and friends to experience this exciting tour together!

WE'LL MAKE STOPS AT 5-7 OF THE FOLLOWING ESTABLISHMENTS:

Smithfield Station
Seafood in a gorgeous waterfront setting

Wharf Hill Brewing Co.
Comfort food and original craft brews in a historic building

The Fiddlin' Pig
British favorites from scratch in an authentic British pub

Smithfield Inn
Southern favorites at an historic inn where George Washington once slept

Chili Hill Food & Farm
Thai food made with locally grown Asian produce

Taste of Smithfield
Signature dishes at Smithfield Foods’ flagship restaurant

Smithfield Ice Cream Parlor
Abundant flavors in a retro-inspired space

**Please note that many of the tastings contain pork, peanuts, and/or dairy products. This tour is not recommended for guests with any allergies or intolerances associated with these products.

SMITHFIELD FOOD & HISTORY WALKING TOUR FAQs

How much food is provided?
Small samples are provided at each location, but most people come hungry and leave full

What are the walking conditions like?
The tour route takes place mostly along brick sidewalks with some uneven areas and a slight hill. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.

Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable.

What if it rains? What if it’s cold outside?
The tour goes on! We can eat inside at most places and recommend bringing an umbrella. If the weather is unsafe, however, the tour will be modified or cancelled and appropriate considerations regarding refunding/rescheduling will be taken.

What happens if a tour date does not meet the minimum of 6 guests?
If a tour date does not meet the minimum of 6 guests, guests will be given the option to either select a new date or receive a refund. We encourage you to invite your family and friends to experience this exciting tour together!

Can I park closer to the end of the tour route?
Yes! If you would like to park near Main Street where the tour ends and walk down to join us at Smithfield Station for the beginning of the tour, you are welcome to park in the parking lot behind the Bank of Southside Virginia at 115 Main Street. 

How do the gift certificates work?

Call us at 757-357-5182 and we will mail the gift certificate to you. When the recipient is ready to redeem, they can call us to schedule their tour date.