View of Chinatown in Victoria with the Gates of Harmonious Interest

ACTIVITY

Off the Eaten Track - Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Tour

Victoria, BC
Credit: Destination BC/Tanya Goehring

DETAILS

Step beyond the tourist trail and discover the bold flavours, hidden courtyards, brick alleyways, and fascinating history of Victoria’s Chinatown and Old Town. This guided food tour explores Canada’s oldest Chinatown, the historic streets of Old Town, and some of Victoria’s most exciting locally owned restaurants and food businesses. Along the way, enjoy a multicultural feast of unique tastings, local stories, and hidden gems that most visitors would never find on their own.

Tour Highlights:

  • Visit 7 local businesses and enjoy a variety of food and beverage tastings.
  • Sample multicultural flavours such as char siu buns, Thai dumplings, sweet ube treats, and other local favourites.
  • Explore Chinatown, Old Town, Fan Tan Alley, Market Square, Fisgard Street, and hidden courtyards.
  • Learn about Victoria’s history, culture, architecture, and food scene from an expert local guide.
  • Receive an Eat & Shop Like a Local discount card, valid for up to one week. 

Most allergies can be accommodated with advance notice.

The Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Tour runs year-round, Tuesday through Sunday.

Activity policies

Tour Meeting Location: Maiiz Nixtamal, 540 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC

Same-day bookings are not available through BC Ferries. Tours must be booked a minimum 24 hours in advance.

AVAILABLE IN  Victoria, BC 

FROM January 1 - December 31

$120.00

+ taxes and fees, per adult


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