3 hours
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English
Overview
Join us on our newest tour offering as we experience the incredible craft beer scene in beautiful Chinatown and Old Town in Victoria, B.C. This 2.5-hour walking tour visits 4 local breweries and iconic pubs in the historic Chinatown and Old Town neighbourhoods. There are 4 beer tastings and 3 food tastings from local vendors. Between tastings, we explore the hidden alleyways of these historic districts. Like our award-winning food tour, the Alleyways and Ales Craft Beer Tour includes insider information about local brewers and a fun dialogue about the history of this remarkable part of Victoria.
Operated by
A Taste of Victoria Food Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Best tour in Victoria
GlennMartin911, Feb 2026
Al was fantastic - great beer, history and dad jokes. No visit to Victoria is complete without taking this tour!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hello Glenn, Thank you for the excellent review and positive feedback. I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour so much and had such a good time with Al (and his Dad jokes). We look forward to hosting you again in the future. All the best, Andy
Craft beer tour
anoonan67, Aug 2025
Al was a great host he had a lot of knowledge about the city and was very friendly we enjoyed the different craft beers and the stop at bakery in China town was amazing
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hello, Thank you for the excellent review and positive feedback. I’m glad you had such a great time with Al on our beer tour and appreciated both the food and drink on the tour. I wish you safe travels and hope to see you again in the future. All the best, Andy
Best Guide, Best Food, Best Stories!
joanb559, May 2025
Amazingly fun tour. Andy is an interesting and engaging guide who will fill you with delicious bites of interesting food while guiding you through the charming streets of downtown Victoria. I wish we had time to do the afternoon tour, it was that much fun. When we left, we felt like we had a new Canadian friend. Thanks, Andy.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hello Joan, Thank you for the excellent review and positive feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed our new craft beer tour Alleyways and Ales. It seems to be quite popular with guests so far and I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed your guide, Al so much that you felt like you had a new Canadian friend! That’s awesome! All the best, Andy
Great local beer tour!
841kimberlyo, Mar 2025
The tour was very fun and informative. It helped us to understand a bit about Victoria and enjoy the local beer scene! We loved it and it was a highlight of our trip!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Hello Kimberly, Thank you for the excellent review and positive feedback. I am glad you enjoyed our new Alleyways and Ales tour so much and thrilled to hear that it was the highlight of your visit to Victoria. I look forward to seeing you back in Victoria again in the future. All the best, Andy
Itinerary
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
Canada's oldest Chinatown dates back to 1858. It is intersected by small alleyways throughout the neighbourhood.
30 minutesMarket Square
A favoured place for locals to spend an afternoon enjoying a drink. This former collection of warehouse buildings now has a bustling local food and drink scene.
20 minutesFan Tan Alley
Canada's narrowest thoroughfare. Originally home to opium dens and gambling. Today it is a unique tourist destination in the heart of Canada's oldest Chinatown.
10 minutesBastion Square
This is where the tour finishes.
5 minutes
Experience
Inclusions
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests must be 19 years old to participate.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.