Findlay Market Tours

Whether you're looking for a school field trip or a unique way to spend an afternoon with your friends, we've got a Findlay Market tour for you! Below is a list of our tour options. Each tour may be customized to fit the interests of your group.


Upcoming Tasting Tours


World Vegan Month Tasting Tour

Saturday, November 15 •
2 - 3:30 PM

Celebrate World Vegan Month with us! Throughout this tour of Findlay Market, we'll stop to sample vegan dishes from a variety of our plant-based businesses. Whether you're a veteran vegan, or looking to try out some new plant-based meals, this tour has something for you!

Participating Merchants:

Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour.

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Black Friday Brunch Tasting Tour

Friday, November 28 • 10 - 11:30 AM

Pair up your holiday shopping with a delightful tour of the Market with built-in snack and drink stops along the way. Our Black Friday Brunch Tour features a variety of Merchants and their delicious brunch dishes and drinks.

Participating Merchants

 Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour.

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Shop Small Saturday Tasting Tour

Saturday, November 29 • 2 - 3:30 PM

Pair up your holiday shopping with a delightful tour of the Market with built-in snack and drink stops along the way. Our Shop Small Saturday Tasting Tour features a variety of Merchants and their delicious dishes and drinks.

Participating Merchants

 Tickets are $35 and include all samples, drinks, and treats received during the tour.

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Merry Market Tasting Tours

Saturday, December 6, 13 & 20 • 2 - 3:30 PM

Join us for our Merry Market Tours at Findlay Market this holiday season! Experience the festive spirit as we guide you through our bustling holiday markets, showcasing the best local flavors. Each tour will feature tastings from a curated selection of vendors, offering seasonal treats and a unique handmade good to take home.

Participating Merchants

Saturday, December 6

Saturday, December 13

Saturday, December 20

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Free Tours

Free Bi-Monthly Guided Tours

Sign up for our free bi-monthly tours of Findlay Market! Tours begin at the Market Center at 10 AM on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month.

 
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Self-Guided Building Histories Tour

Learn about the rich histories of 31 different buildings in the Findlay Market District, including the Market House! Follow the stops on the map and scan the QR codes on each building’s plaque to read their full histories.

This project was made possible by the expertise of local historian Alyssa McClanahan, and the support of America 250-Ohio.

*Downloads are free but donations are appreciated. You may donate online or at the Market Center located in the middle of the Market House.

Download printable pdf here

Self-Guided Basic Tour

Download our self guided tour and walk around Findlay Market to learn about the past, present and future of Ohio’s oldest public market while you soak in the sights and sounds of this historic gem.

Please ensure your printer settings are set to print double-sided and flip along the short edge. Fold the guide like you would a trifold brochure. Use the map to lead yourself around the market. The stops in the guide correspond with the stop listed on the map. Each one highlights something new and interesting about our history and mission.

*Downloads are free but donations are appreciated. You may donate online or at the Market Center located in the middle of the market house.

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Guided Tours

Basic Tour

The Basic Tour includes a 45-minute overview of Findlay Market. We will discuss the history, what's happening today and the future of the market. These tours are available Tuesday - Friday between 10am - 4pm and are $5 per person. Are you with a school group or non-profit? Ask about discounted rates!

A two week notice is required when scheduling this tour.

For more information or to sign up your group, please email info@findlaymarket.org with Tour in subject line and include the following information:

  • Group/Organization

  • Contact Name

  • Contact Phone Number

  • Dates & Times Interested

  • Number of Guests


Tour & Treat

The Tour & Treat Package is a step up from the Basic Tour. In addition to the 45-minute walking tour and discussion about the past, present and future of the market, participants will also get to choose an item from six food options from a Findlay Market merchant. The cost of this tour is $10 per person. The Tour & Treat option is available Tuesday - Friday from 10am - 4pm.

A two week notice is required when scheduling this tour.

For more information or to sign up your group please email info@findlaymarket.org and include:

  • Group/Organization

  • Contact Name

  • Contact Phone Number

  • Dates & Times Interested

  • Number of Guests


Corporate and Specialty Group Tours

Looking for a team-building activity or a great happy hour spot for your group? Findlay Market's got you covered! Your group will receive a 1 hour tour of the market and two food samples from market merchants for $15 per person. For an additional cost, add on a beer at Jane’s. We are happy to work with you to tailor each experience to the needs and budget of your group (minimum of 10 guests required for this tour option). Corporate Tours are available Tuesday-Friday from 10am - 4pm.

A two week notice is required when scheduling this tour.

For more information or to sign up your group, please email info@findlaymarket.org and include:

  • Group/Organization

  • Contact Name

  • Contact Phone Number

  • Dates & Times Interested

  • Number of Guests


Building Histories Tour

Dive into the deep history of the buildings in the Findlay Market District on a Building Histories Tour. These tours are $5 per person, 45 minutes long, and feature seven stops at different buildings surrounding the Market as well as the Market House itself. We are happy to work with you to tailor each experience to the needs and budget of your group (minimum of 10 guests required for this tour option). Building Histories Tours are available Tuesday-Friday from 10 AM - 4 PM.

A two week notice is required when scheduling this tour.

For more information or to sign up your group, please email info@findlaymarket.org and include:

  • Group/Organization

  • Contact Name

  • Contact Phone Number

  • Dates & Times Interested

  • Number of Guests

Findlay Market’s Building Histories Project was made possible by the expertise of local historian, Alyssa McClanahan, and the support of America 250-Ohio.


Third Party Tours

Want something different than we are offering? Check out American Legacy Tours, Brewing Heritage Trail, Cincinnati Food Tours, OTR Museum Walking Tours and Riverside Food Tours for additional tours that visit Findlay Market!