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Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

Location Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Location Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
$89.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

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
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Food tasting
  • Other
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities (recommended) for tour guide

Meeting point
We meet at our first foodie stop, Maiiz Nixtamal. Please not your guide will meet you in front of the restaurant, they will be holding a clipboard and wearing a nametag. This restaurant opens at 11am.
Return details
The end location is roughly a 15 minute walk to the starting location.

  • Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
    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.
  • Fan Tan Alley
    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!
  • Market Square
    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.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • 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.
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    Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

    Location Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
    Location Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
    $89.60
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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