Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
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
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chinatown, Fisgard St., Victoria, British Columbia Canada
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Victoria Public Market at the Hudson, 1701 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 0C1 Canada
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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Fan Tan Alley, Chinatown, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1R4 Canada
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 meters (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!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Market Square 560 Johnson St Old Town, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 3C6 Canada
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 favorite brewery (Whistle Buoy) to sample some of the best craft beer in the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"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"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
11:00 AM
Duration: 2 Hours
Start location: Victoria Public Market at the Hudson, 1701 Douglas St #6, Victoria, BC V8W 0C1, Canada
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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