Downtown Victoria Food and City Walking Tour with Tastings
by Off the Eaten Track
Choose from 1 available option
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$250Overview
This two-hour walking tour in downtown Victoria combines local food tastings with visits to notable city landmarks. The tour begins at the Inner Harbour where guests learn about the waterfront’s key buildings such as the Parliament Building, Empress Hotel, and Steamship Terminal. From there, the guide leads the group along streets including Fort Street and Government Street, highlighting historic sites like St. Andrew's Cathedral and the Royal Theatre. Along the way, participants sample a variety of foods reflecting Victoria’s multicultural scene. Tastings include BC wines, baked goods from a renowned Canadian bakery, Middle Eastern street food, Korean corn dogs, gourmet cheese, chocolate, and French macarons. The selection of samples may change depending on restaurant availability and includes both savory and sweet items. The tour is led by a local food expert who shares stories about the city’s history and offers tips on where to eat next. Vegetarians can be accommodated with advance notice. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off included. The route involves moderate walking and some standing, with limited seating available at some stops.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Steamship Terminal
The tour begins at this historic building constructed in 1924 by architect Francis Rattenbury.
1 min
Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia
Guests learn about one of Victoria’s most recognized buildings.
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
Walk along the Inner Harbour and see Victoria’s award-winning hotel designated as a National Historic Site.
Inner Harbour
Starting point of the tour where the guide introduces the waterfront and its main landmarks including the Parliament Building, Empress Hotel, and Steamship Terminal.
5 min
Royal Theatre
Hear about this historic vaudeville theatre and its role in shaping the local neighbourhood.
Fort Street
Take a guided walk along this historic street in Victoria.
St. Andrew's Cathedral
Visit the cathedral with explanations of its history and significance.
Government Street
A brief guided tour of this popular, busy street featuring some of the city’s oldest buildings.
5 min
Meeting point
We are on the main floor of the Steamship Terminal Building. We have a gift shop inside, next to the Steamship Grill & Bar Restaurant. Please go inside our gift shop to check-in with the staff.
End point
This is only a few short blocks or about a 5 minute walk from the starting location.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Downtown Victoria Food and City Walking Tour with Tastings
by Off the Eaten Track
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$250Overview
This two-hour walking tour in downtown Victoria combines local food tastings with visits to notable city landmarks. The tour begins at the Inner Harbour where guests learn about the waterfront’s key buildings such as the Parliament Building, Empress Hotel, and Steamship Terminal. From there, the guide leads the group along streets including Fort Street and Government Street, highlighting historic sites like St. Andrew's Cathedral and the Royal Theatre. Along the way, participants sample a variety of foods reflecting Victoria’s multicultural scene. Tastings include BC wines, baked goods from a renowned Canadian bakery, Middle Eastern street food, Korean corn dogs, gourmet cheese, chocolate, and French macarons. The selection of samples may change depending on restaurant availability and includes both savory and sweet items. The tour is led by a local food expert who shares stories about the city’s history and offers tips on where to eat next. Vegetarians can be accommodated with advance notice. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off included. The route involves moderate walking and some standing, with limited seating available at some stops.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Steamship Terminal
The tour begins at this historic building constructed in 1924 by architect Francis Rattenbury.
1 min
Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia
Guests learn about one of Victoria’s most recognized buildings.
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
Walk along the Inner Harbour and see Victoria’s award-winning hotel designated as a National Historic Site.
Inner Harbour
Starting point of the tour where the guide introduces the waterfront and its main landmarks including the Parliament Building, Empress Hotel, and Steamship Terminal.
5 min
Royal Theatre
Hear about this historic vaudeville theatre and its role in shaping the local neighbourhood.
Fort Street
Take a guided walk along this historic street in Victoria.
St. Andrew's Cathedral
Visit the cathedral with explanations of its history and significance.
Government Street
A brief guided tour of this popular, busy street featuring some of the city’s oldest buildings.
5 min
Meeting point
We are on the main floor of the Steamship Terminal Building. We have a gift shop inside, next to the Steamship Grill & Bar Restaurant. Please go inside our gift shop to check-in with the staff.
End point
This is only a few short blocks or about a 5 minute walk from the starting location.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.