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Hear stories about the oldest Chinatown in Canada
South Indian cuisine
Stroll through vibrant neighbourhoods
Filipino pastries
Visit heritage sights in Chinatown

Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

By Off the Eaten Track
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$132 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Discover hip and hidden foodie gems in Canada's oldest Chinatown and vibrant Old Town. Eat like a local at our newest restaurants that are off the tourist path including decadent South Indian cuisine, farm-to-table dishes, Thai dumplings, a mind-blowing taco, pastries, craft beer and much more. Perfect for the adventurous traveller looking for an authentic experience.

ON THE MENU: An eclectic mix of multi-cultural cuisine from some of the newest and hippest hidden gems in the city. South Indian, Mexican, Japanese, Filipino and more.

WHY DO THIS TOUR?
*You heard how awesome Chinatown is but want to experience it in a different way. Yes, we go down Fan Tan Alley!

  • You love history and want to see historic sights & buildings and hear stories about Victoria's very interesting past
  • You have a passion for finding small hard-to-find businesses that aren't tourist driven
  • You want a local authentic experience and want to eat food made by locals
  • You want discounts at local eateries

Activity location

  • Chinatown
    • Fisgard St.,
    • Victoria, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Victoria Public Market at the Hudson
    • 1701 Douglas Street
    • V8W 0C1, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

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Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English
Starting time: 11:00 am
Price details
AU$132.05 x 1 AdultAU$132.05
Total
Price is AU$132.05
Until Tue, 26 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedGST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • What's includedWhat's includedFood tasting
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge (recommended) for tour guide

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum drinking age is 19 years. We have a non-alcohol sample for youth and for those looking for a non-alcohol experience
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, we need to know of any dietary issues before the tour starts.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Activity itinerary

Chinatown
  • 1h
We do a deep dive in to Canada's oldest Chinatown including visiting heritage sites such as the Chinese Language School, The Gates of Harmonious Interest, and some of the oldest buildings in Western Canada.
Victoria Public Market at the Hudson
  • 45m
We start the tour at the historic Hudson Bay Building. Completed in 1922, this iconic building is now the home of the bustling Victoria Public Market. Here we will get a tour of the market that includes a coffee from a local roaster, a savoury hand pie from Victoria Pie Co. and a traditional arancini from La Pasta.
Fan Tan Alley
  • 10m
Named after the Chinese gambling game Fan-Tan, the alley was originally a gambling district with restaurants, shops, and opium dens. It is the narrowest street in Canada, only 0.9 metres (35 in) wide. It was designated as a heritage property by the local government in 2001 and remains a popular attraction. Let us take you through this bustling alley and show you the best places to get the iconic picture that visitors love to get!
Market Square
  • 30m
This bustling square used to be home to opium dens, brothels, and bars back in the rough and tumble gold rush days of the 1860s. Now it is home to cute local shops, modern restaurants, and breweries. Here we will stop at our favourite brewery (Whistle Buoy) to sample some of the best craft beer in the city.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESChinatown
    • Fisgard St.,
    • Victoria, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEVictoria Public Market at the Hudson
    • 1701 Douglas Street
    • V8W 0C1, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

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