Experience downtown Victoria on a guided walking food tour that blends local flavours with the city’s rich history. This 2.5-hour experience takes guests through iconic landmarks, hidden courtyards, and historic neighbourhoods while sampling a selection of food and drink from favourite local businesses. Along the way, enjoy a scenic Harbour Ferry ride and hear the stories that have shaped Victoria.

Tour Highlights:

• Enjoy 3–4 food tastings from local Victoria businesses
• Take a scenic Harbour Ferry ride across the Inner Harbour
• Sample a local cocktail and craft beer tasting
• Visit historic sites, hidden passageways, and vibrant downtown districts

Meeting location: Main entrance of The Empress Hotel, 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC. Look for your guide in a red Hidden Victoria vest. Tour ends across the street at the Victoria Visitor Centre.

Tour Distance: Approximately 2 km of walking

Tours operate rain or shine.

Guests must be 19+ and present two pieces of valid government-issued ID if consuming alcohol.

Please note this tour is designed as a series of gourmet tastings; it is recommended that guest have a light meal before or after the tour.

Most dietary requests can be accommodated. Please contact Hidden Victoria Tours at hiddenvictoriatours@gmail.com with any dietary restrictions a minimum 24 hours prior to tour. Non-alcoholic beverage options are available with advanced notice. 

Tour Availability: A minimum of two participants is required for the tour to take place. Should there not be enough guests, the tour may be cancelled and a BC Ferries representative will notify you.

All tours booked through BC Ferries must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance.