Victoria Food Tour: Old Town & Chinatown with 7 Tastings
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Discover Victoria’s culinary gems on a lively 3-hour walking tour that takes you through two of its most vibrant neighborhoods—Old Town and Chinatown. With seven tastings, including Pacific seafood, heritage chocolates, and barbecue pork, you'll enjoy enough delicious bites to skip lunch entirely.
Start your journey at a seaside takeaway window, savoring seafood chowder (or South Indian dosa from October to March). From there, explore historic streets with tastings like balsamic oils, dark chocolate from an 1880s chocolatier, and a local bakery treat. The tour continues into Chinatown, where you'll sample a tuna taco at a restored market square and finish with a barbecue pork bun under the iconic stone lions, plus a secret dish exclusive to certain days.
Guided by a local expert who knows the city inside out, you'll visit hidden spots and learn fascinating stories about Victoria’s history and food culture. Small groups, capped at 12, ensure a personalized experience that’s both fun and informative.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Victoria: Old Town & Chinatown Local Food Tour last?
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours, giving you plenty of time to enjoy all the tastings and sights.
What’s included in the tour?
You’ll enjoy seven tastings, including seafood chowder (April to September), a South Indian dosa (October to March), dark chocolate, a local bakery treat, a tuna taco, a barbecue pork bun, and a secret dish on select days. Plus, olive oil and balsamic tastings.
Is the tour suitable for children or people with mobility issues?
Yes. The tour is accessible for all fitness levels and welcomes infants (0-2), children (3-11), and youth (12-17).
What is the group size?
Groups are small, limited to 12 participants, for a more personal experience.
Are there any exclusions I should be aware of?
Guide gratuities and transportation to or from the meeting point are not included.
How do I meet the guide?
Meet at the Greater Victoria Visitor Centre on the Inner Harbour, outside the entrance on the harbor side. The guide will be waiting there.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- South Indian dosa (Oct-Mar)
- Barbecue pork bun at a Chinatown counter
- Our Secret Dish, on Tuesday to Saturday departures
- Dark chocolate cream at a heritage chocolatier
- Local tuna taco
- Seafood chowder (Apr-Sep)
- Sweet or savory treat at a local bakery
- Olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting at a specialist bar
Not included
- Guide's gratuities
- Pick-up & drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Meet outside the visitor centre; first food stop is on the causeway below the boardwalk.
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Stop 2
Enjoy seafood chowder or dosa while standing on the causeway steps, with views across the water.
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Stop 3
Visit a landmark on the harbor skyline and a historic building known for Victoria’s afternoon tea fame.
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Stop 4
Pass through the square on the way inland from the harbor, site of Fort Victoria's old bastion, with a market in warmer months.
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Stop 5
Explore a courtyard of restored 19th-century buildings, where the fifth tasting takes place.
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Stop 6
Walk through Canada’s oldest Chinatown, the second oldest in North America.
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Stop 7
Stroll along the narrowest commercial street in Canada, near Fisgard Street.
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Stop 8
Finish under the Chinatown gate at Fisgard and Government Streets, between two carved stone lions from Suzhou.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Centre, on the Inner Harbour. Meet your guide outside the entrance, harbour side.
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Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of departure
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