About this experience
Discover Victoria through its food, drinks and history on a walking tour combining the city's must-see sights with local flavours.
Explore the Inner Harbour, Chinatown, Market Square, Bastion Square and Old Town while your guide shares stories behind Victoria's landmarks and hidden gems.
Along the way, enjoy 3 food tastings, sip Victoria's most famous cocktail, sample 2 local craft beers, and hop aboard an iconic Harbour Ferry for a ride across the Inner Harbour.*
Bites & Sights is an equal mix of food and sightseeing, giving you a taste of Victoria while exploring the heart of the city.
Tour Includes
• 3 food tastings
• 1 local cocktail
• Craft beer sample
• Harbour Ferry ride*
• Local history & hidden gems
• Expert local guide
*From November–March, the Harbour Ferry runs Saturdays and Sundays only. Weekday tours receive an additional food tasting instead.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Non-alcoholic beverage pairings are available for guests under 19 or non-drinkers
- Passionate and Local English-speaking Guide
- All culinary tastings, craft drinks, and harbour ferry fare included
Not included
- Gratuities
- Designed as a series of gourmet tastings; we recommend a light meal before or after the tour.
Itinerary and highlights
Chinatown in Victoria is a vibrant neighbourhood, rich in history from the Gold Rush and Canadian Pacific Railroad featuring narrow alleys like Fan Tan Alley and offering diverse shops and cafes.
Bastion Square in Victoria exudes historic charm with its cobblestone streets, preserving tales of the city's past as a marketplace and site of public executions, now transformed into a lively cultural centre
The Inner Harbour in Victoria is a picturesque and bustling waterfront area, framed by iconic landmarks such as the Fairmont Empress Hotel and the British Columbia Legislature, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical charm.
Market Square in Victoria is a lively and charming heritage district, where boutique shops and artisanal treasures coexist, creating a vibrant blend of the city's past and present.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet outside the entrance of the Empress where the doormen are. Your guide will be waiting there with a red vest
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Hidden Victoria Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 2 pieces of ID - 1 photo, 1 name
- Not recommended for travelers who have trouble walking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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