Victoria Alleyways and Ales Craft Beer Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Alcoholic Beverages

Snacks

What To Expect

Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site

Canada's oldest Chinatown dates back to 1858. It is intersected by small alleyways throughout the neighbourhood.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Market 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 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Victoria Alleyways and Ales Craft Beer Tour

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Craft beer tour
anoonan67,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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
Best Guide, Best Food, Best Stories!
joanb559,
May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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.
Great local beer tour!
841kimberlyo,
Mar 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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!
A Must-Do for Beer Lovers!
369lynnp,
Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
From start to finish, Alleyways and Ales Craft Beer Tour was a 10 out of 10 experience. As well as being well-organized, informative, and fun, it was filled with fantastic brews, and delicous local foods. The pacing of the tour was perfect, allowing us to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed as well as allowing enough time to meet and hear directly from the staff/brewers about their techniques and passion for the craft. If you are a beer lover, or looking for a fun and social experience, I highly recommend this tour. It's a fantastic way to discover new favorites and learn more about craft beer and the cool alleyways in Victoria.
Cheers to good times!
conorbrandt,
Mar 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alleyways and Ales was such a rad time! The beers were all good, the brew-pubs each unique, and walking through some hidden alleys was a cool experience. Don't worry Lager fans, it's not just Ales! At each stop, there are 3 options of beer to choose from based on colour type: Lighter (lager, pilsner, kolsch), Medium (IPA, ales), Dark (porter, strong dark beer). There were some really interesting flavours to try. Our tour guide Al was super friendly and informative. We got a little bit of backstory on each brewpub and the beers as well as some interesting history about Victoria and it's alleyways and squares. Al also made a fun toast to accompany each sampling. You won't get hungry as the snacks on the tour were so delicious as well! About 2.5 hours long, the timing and spacing of the drinks and food seemed perfect. Before we left, Al made sure to recommend plenty of safe ways to get home. We walked away at the end of this tour with a happy buzz and full hearts. Cheers!
Good Times, Great Beers!
colincR5650IJ,
Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Victoria Craft Beer scene is so good where does one even start exploring - this tour, that’s where! The beers were amazing with choices for all tastes, the snacks provided were uniquely local and so delicious, and the venues were very welcoming and friendly. On top of all this we learned so much about this iconic part of the city from our guide during the short strolls between venues. Thanks for a great afternoon!
A beautiful afternoon!
Joann C,
Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It’s been said: “When good people drink good beer it makes for a beautiful afternoon!” Victoria Alleyways and Ales Craft Beer Tour was all that! Good people, excellent value, sumptuous snacks, along with the most delicious award winning craft beers. All delivered at the most interesting locations within the heart of beautiful Victoria. Take this tour! You deserve it!