Bites of James Bay History Tour
Discover hidden gardens and local gastronomy on a self-guided journey of James Bay. No tour guide, no groups, no time constraints. All you need is your cell phone and an appetite!Duration
Roughly 2 hours
Price
$8.99 USD
Availability
April-October
Get a local foodie guide in your pocket
Our self-guided tours are a fun way to explore the city without having to worry about joining a scheduled tour. It’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket! Our tours include foodie recommendations and discounts.
- No data or roaming charges – the tour uses your phone GPS to guide you along
- Listen to stories and history of James Bay, Fort Victoria, and more.
- Get our insider foodie recommendations and discounts at participating partners. Food not included in cost of tour.
- Stop and start the tour at your own leisure. Go at your own pace!
Details
Tour Start Location: Imagine Studio Cafe (31 Erie Street)
Ending Place: For Good Measure (579 Niagara Street)
Cost: $15
Tour Partners: Discounts included at Imagine Studio Cafe, Pirate Pizza, Off The Eaten Track, Terrible Truffles, and For Good Measure.
Dietary Concerns
Most of the suggested restaurants can cater to most allergies and almost all of them have vegetarian options.
Highlights
• Get foodie recommendations from the knowledgable team at Off The Eaten Track – also includes some discounts at participating stops.
• Sights include popular Fisherman’s Wharf, Pendray Mansion, Steamship Terminal, Legislature Building, and the Emily Carr House.
• Listen to stories, history, and find hidden private gardens using our free GPS-triggered APP.
Tour Information
Availability: Every day but please check individual restaurants for hours.
Technology Needed: App works on both Apple and Android phones. May need Apple ID to download APP.
Seasonal: APR-OCT – please note fisherman’s Wharf closed NOV-MAR
Walking Distance: Roughly 3 km, total walking time approximately 2 hours.
A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL SEE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do self-guided tours work!
Does the APP work on any cell phone?
Yes, the APP will work on both Apple devices and Android phones. If you have an Apple phone, please note that you will need to know your Apple ID in order to download the APP.
Will I need WIFI to use the APP?
No. Once you have downloaded the APP and added the tour, your phone uses GPS to locate you and play the tour. We do have free WIFI at our kiosk – you will need WIFI in order to initially download the APP.
What is included in the cost?
The cost includes the 2-hour history tour narrated by a local guide. It also includes our foodie recommendations to various restaurants as well as discounts at participating stops. The cost also includes one free foodie sample at the Off The Eaten Track gift shop.
Can you share the tour?
Yes. You are welcome to download the tour on to one phone and listen to it with other people.
Do I have to do the tour all in one day?
No! You are welcome to start and stop the tour at your own time and pace. The tour remains on your phone until you decide to delete the APP.
How long does a self-guided tour take?
We suggest planning for a 2 hour experience if you do the tour all at once. However you could speed up the tour or take your time.
How much walking is there?
Depends on the tour however please note that you will be outside and walking for at least 1 hour, more on the James Bay Self-Guided Tour. We suggest wearing comfortable shoes and dressing for the weather.
What sights will I see?
On this route we are going to take you to some popular tourist sights as well as some off the beaten path back alleys. Major attractions include Fisherman’s Wharf, The Pendray Mansion, The Legislature Building, The Royal BC Museum, and Emily Carr’s house.
Are tours offered only in English?
Currently our self-guided tours are only offered in English however we are working on having them translated into a few more languages for 2023.
