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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Keeping you safe during COVID-19
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Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking? We know, there’s a lot to keep track of. Be sure to check local guidelines so you’re aware of all travel requirements before you go.
What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Victoria's history and culinary scene on this walking tour of the British Columbian city. Follow a guide to highlights such as the Parliament Buildings, the Inner Harbor Causeway, Trounce Alley, Bastion and Market squares, Fan Tan Alley, the Harmonious Gates of Interest, and the Victoria Public Market. Along the way, stop for between food tastings of craft beer, chocolate, tea, tapas, cheese, bread, olive oil, and other local products.
- History and food tour of Victoria, British Columbia
- Walk through the city in the company of a guide, who provides commentary and directions
- Stop for multiple food tastings of local products
- Learn the culinary history of Victoria
- Morning or afternoon tour times to fit your schedule
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What's Included
Accommodation as per itinerary
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Victoria Public Market at the Hudson , 1701 Douglas St #6, Victoria, BC V8W 0C1, Canada
Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Center , 812 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, CanadaWe meet inside the Douglas St. entrance of the Victoria Public Market (1701 Douglas St) next to the vendor directory.
This is located across the street from the Empress Hotel in the Inner Harbour. It is a 10-12 minute walk back to the start location.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 19 years
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- OPERATED BY A Taste of Victoria Food Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Victoria Guided Food and History Tour?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Victoria Guided Food and History Tour?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Victoria Guided Food and History Tour?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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- "Take tour upon arrival to find restaurants for rest of week." See review
- "If you like food tours and learning about local history - this is a must." See review
- "It was an excellent 2 hours and well worth the price!" See review
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Walking food tour in Victoria
Darrin_M
, Jul 2022
Andy was very knowledgeable and tour was as advertised... great variety of food to taste and portions were reduced so we could enjoy all of it !
Well worth the money!
KIMBERLY_K
, Jun 2022
Andy was an informative and entertaining guide! We especially liked the Chinatown part of the tour.
The food choices were very good. There were gluten free options for one of our group.
A sunny day in downtown Victoria
Raffy_V
, Jun 2022
Chinatown visit learning its history-
Luv all the sample food.
Andy was great😊
Enjoyed how it ended— at a PUB!!
A Victoria Must
Fran_L
, Jun 2022
I have been on food tours in many different cities and this History and Food Tour was among the best. Andy was the perfect guide with his knowledge of Victoria and just the right amount of information and his wonderful sense of humor. The food stops were yummy starting with two huge delicious meatballs. The pastry stop was heavenly. If you like beer, you will love the stop at the pub. This History and Food tour was a highlight of our stay in Victoria.
Great activity in Victoria
Rebecca_B
, Jun 2022
Great fun! The host was a fast walker so get your jogging shoes on! He shared a lot of fun facts about Victoria along the way. You might want to eat ahead of time. You won’t be full. We were disappointed that the perogie place was closed at the last minute. (It wasn’t the hosts fault.) so maybe that’s why we had to go out to eat after the tour. But really fun time with interesting things to taste, see and hear!
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Hello Rebecca,
Thank you for the review a feedback. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the tour from a food and history perspective. It was unfortunate that the Pierogi stop had to be cancelled last minute. I use small local businesses and they are great but occasionally they can close at short notice if their staff get sick as was the case on your tour. Nonetheless, I’m happy to hear you still enjoyed the tour so much.
All the best, Andy
Truly a must do tour!
Sally_R
, Jun 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our history and food tour of Victoria, BC. So much rich history and delicious food! Such a great way to see and taste the beauty of Victoria! Andy is a wonderful tour guide full of interesting facts and love for Victoria! All of the food was delicious, but we especially enjoyed the risotto balls and meatballs… And of course the chocolates!
Anniversary vacation
LeslieBrumley
, Jun 2022
Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tastings were amazing. You don't leave hungry. We enjoyed everything. Easy, walkable route with plenty of stops where you can sit if walking is difficult.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Come hungry
Deanne_A
, Jun 2022
Guide was good. Just enough history, sitting, and great food. Walking was just enough for everyone. Loved our guide.
History and Food- how can you go wrong?!
Julia_R
, Jun 2022
Brilliant tour with lots of interesting historical facts. The food tastings were all delicious and the beer/cider stop at the end was perfect. Our guide was lovely, informative and a true professional. Highly recommend this fun walking food tour.
Great tour
David_B
, Jun 2022
Guide was phenomenal! Loved the stories and he was very knowledgeable about the area. Very helpful. We will certainly do this again as he said he has more places to check out.
Great food tour!
Kari_C
, Jun 2022
What a great way to experience Victoria! Fantastic food, local history and loved the tour. Thank you, Andy!
Fun, interesting and tasty
Kathleen_B
, Jun 2022
Andy’s food and history tour was a highlight of our visit to Victoria. The venues visited were relaxing and welcoming with tasty samples and generous portions. Andy kept the tour moving but allowed plenty of time to enjoy the food and space. Andy was a delight - fun snd energetic and did not lack for fun facts to share. We definitely recommend the tour yo visitors to Victoria.
Great tour
Deborah_W
, Jun 2022
I loved the historical information and the food/drink tastings were varied and well organised. Friendly guide!
Tour Guides Make the Difference!
Shannon_W
, May 2022
This was a great tour. We ate some amazing food and saw a lot of the popular tourist spots. Our tour guide Andy was awesome and very knowledgeable!
Great tour. A must do
Rene_B
, May 2022
A very nice guide. A great tour and fine snacks. Also great storys from Victoria. We enjoyed it very.
Best part of our long...
Diane_N
, May 2022
Best part of our long weekend getaway to Victoria! Highly recommended. The food samplings were delicious and meeting the owners of the establishments was very interesting. Andy is a great tour lead. Must see!
Insider’s guide with insightful tips
Thomas_B
, May 2022
Andy was awesome and knowledgeable and had hidden gems throughout the tour He was very considerate and detailed for any allergies or specific needs people had Wonderful secret passageways and history that you wouldn’t find on your own Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Victoria Would do it again on next visit One tip: do not eat beforehand!! Thank you Andy!
Response from Host , May 2022
Steppin into Victoria
Sharon_S
, May 2022
This was an excellent tour. The local businesses were interesting and offered some insight into the community. The tidbits of food were wonderful and the tour guide was very informative. While it was a walking tour it was a comfortable pace. I think you would enjoy this activity.
Great tour
AMIT_P
, May 2022
The tour was excellent well curated and full of good food and information. The tour guide Andy was lively and entertaining and took care of us very well.
The matcha and perogies...
Kevin_G
, May 2022
The matcha and perogies were awesome! Andy shared his thorough knowledge of Victoria and answered all our questions.
Response from Host , May 2022
Hello Kevin,
Thank you for the review. I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed the matcha and perogies so much and appreciated the insider info along the tour. As we strive for excellence we would love to hear what could have been done differently to receive all five stars. Nonetheless, I hope the rest of your visit went well.
All the best, Andy
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