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Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour

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Victoria, Canada
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

On this fun and tasty walking tour we take you to our favorite hidden gems in the downtown core serving up delicious cuisine from local small businesses out of the tourist areas. All led by a local expert guide to tell stories about Victoria.

ON THE MENU: BC wine tasting, baked goods from one of Canada's best bakery, Middle Eastern street food, authentic Korean corndog, local seafood chowder, a decadent chocolate tasting, and French macarons. Samples may change depending on what restaurants are open. Please note this tour is a mix of savory and sweet samples. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCOMMODATE A GLUTEN FREE REQEUST.

VEGETARIANS WELCOME!

WHY DO THIS TOUR?
* You are an adventurous soul that wants to try new things
* You have a passion for finding small hard-to-find local businesses that aren't tourist driven
* You want a local authentic experience and want to eat food made by locals

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Food and drink tastings
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

470 Belleville Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1W9, Canada

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End point

1012 Broad Street
Victoria, BC V8W 2A1, Canada

This is only a few short blocks or about a 5 minute walk from the starting location.

What To Expect

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Steamship Terminal

Start the tour at this historic building built in 1924 by famous architect Francis Rattenbury.
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1 minute Admission Ticket Free

Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia (pass by)

Learn more about one of the most iconic buildings in Victoria!
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Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada (pass by)

Get acquainted with Victoria's award-winning hotel also known as a National Historic Site as you walk along the beautiful Inner Harbour.
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Inner Harbour

The tour starts at this beautiful waterfront location and guests learn about its most famous buildings including the Parliament Building, The Empress Hotel, and the Steamship Building.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Royal Theatre (pass by)

Learn about this historic live vaudeville theatre and its impact on the neighbourhood.
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Fort Street (pass by)

Guided tour along historic street
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St. Andrew's Cathedral (pass by)

Visit iconic cathedral with guided history and stories
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Government Street

Guests receive a quick guided tour of one of the most popular bustling streets in Victoria home to some of the oldest buildings in the city.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Please dress according to weather conditions
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements including vegetarian requests a minimum of 24 hours before the tour commences.
  • Infant meals not included

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-7021STREETFOOD

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Average 4.84 out of 5 stars based on 339 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch
  • Food and drink tastings
  • Professional guide
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved including some standing. Not all restaurants have seating available and the tour has about 3--40 minutes of light walking.; comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Please dress according to weather conditions
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements including vegetarian requests a minimum of 24 hours before the tour commences.
  • Infant meals not included
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Tour is suitable for vegetarians. Must be requested prior to tour starting a minimum of 24 hours before tour starts.
  • Please triple check that the date you booked is correct. We can not reschedule your tour if you miss the date - you will need to re-book the tour at full price.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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