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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
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.
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Safety measures
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking?
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.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
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
Q:
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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Traveler Tips
- "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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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
Victoria Food and History Tour - Well Worth The Time and Money
Glenn_D
, May 2022
All of it! Andy was fantastic - really enjoyed his stories and local knowledge . The food was amazing and there was just enough history.
Great way to enjoy Victoria
bashutski
, May 2022
The Guided Food and History Tour was very enjoyable. Andy was a great tour guide introducing us to the history of various areas of Victoria and the variety of foods and restaurants/bars to enjoy. Highly recommend.
Response from Host , May 2022
Good stuff
Tyler_T
, May 2022
It was fun, food was great and the guide was knowledgeable. I think it’s a great time for any age. Tourist or local.
Fantastic
Ruth_S
, May 2022
Wonderful tour and a terrific guide. I highly recommend. The foods were awesome and varied and oh so tasty
Must do tour in Victoria
Michael_L
, May 2022
Our guide Andy is very personable and knowledgeable. This is one of the best tours we’ve been on. You learn about the nuances of Victoria as well as visit some great eateries. This is a must do if you visit Victoria.
Best Tour in Victoria
Lucie_D
, May 2022
Andy is an excellent guide. He is very knowledgeable, interesting and funny. We tasted food in seven locations while Andy provided us with information on Victoria. I highly recommend this tour.
Great tour, Andy was...
Donna_C
, May 2022
Great tour, Andy was super friendly and knowledgeable, food and drinks tasted were great. What a great way to try local food and drinks while learning history
Highlight of weekend trip
Janna_S
, May 2022
Not only were we treated to delicious and varied cuisine as we strolled around Victoria but also interesting and often humerus stories of history and local folklore.
Walking history & food tour
Leslie_T
, May 2022
Andy was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Victoria! The local places he took us too for food or drink were great too!
Come Hungry!
Shauna_C
, May 2022
Andy was knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Victoria, the vendors, and providing his guests with a memorable experience.
Great tour!
Joan_E
, May 2022
We liked all the food and drink samples. The best part was probably the stories that went along with each of the places. Andy was knowledgeable about other sites in and around the city as well.
Response from Host , May 2022
Fun tour
Michael_B
, Apr 2022
Excellent tour guide and excellent locations with some sit down rest time was greatly appreciated!
I would highly recommend this tour.
Great tour
June_E
, Apr 2022
Fun and informative small group tour of Victoria giving a real taste of and for the city. Many tasty delights along the way. 100% recommend!!!
Andy was a very fun and...
Tomomi_N
, Apr 2022
Andy was a very fun and knowledgeable guide, and everything we tried on this tour was very tasty. We actually went back to some of the restaurants to enjoy more of their food.
Fun Local Food Tour with Tastings
brm67fskvv
, Apr 2022
Andy was enthusiastic and his love of the neighbors and their food businesses is apparent. He was also cheerful, well travelled and super friendly. Has great knowledge of the local history. The food tour was very fun as some of the owners even had time to chat with us. He also balanced sweet and savory food tastings. Great tour!
Fun, delicious, and informative! Great 2 hours for the whole family
kristina_L
, Apr 2022
Andy was a great guide. He had tons of interesting stories about Victoria, the places we stopped, and the food we tried. Overall, it was an great experience and well worth the cost. We thoroughly enjoyed our selves and will recommend to friends visiting the area. We are travelling with our 14 year old daughter and she even enjoyed the experience.
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