
A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 685 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef worth booking?
A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef is a 4-hour experience in Vancouver, Canada, from $119 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 685 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (685)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $119 per person
Rated by Trip Advisor as one of the top 25 Food Experiences in the World!!! It's no secret that Vancouver's off-duty chefs love to shop for themselves and choose from the freshest local and exotic fruits, vegetables, seafoods, and meats. Chinatown is where they go!. This is a 3.5-hour culinary and cultural walking tour of the colourful & historic Vancouver Chinatown District,.Our knowledgable guides will showcase a beautiful Classical Chinese Garden, a Chinatown Storytelling Center, historic Chinatown landmarks, then explore the various exotic food,,pastry, tea and herbal medicine shops. A delicious dim sum lunch is also a part of this very unique walking tour.
What you get
About this experience
Rated by Trip Advisor as one of the top 25 Food Experiences in the World!!! It's no secret that Vancouver's off-duty chefs love to shop for themselves and choose from the freshest local and exotic fruits, vegetables, seafoods, and meats. Chinatown is where they go!. This is a 3.5-hour culinary and cultural walking tour of the colourful & historic Vancouver Chinatown District,.Our knowledgable guides will showcase a beautiful Classical Chinese Garden, a Chinatown Storytelling Center, historic Chinatown landmarks, then explore the various exotic food,,pastry, tea and herbal medicine shops. A delicious dim sum lunch is also a part of this very unique walking tour.
What's included
Included
- Walking tour that includes food samplings, tea, and dim sum lunch
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
What you'll see and do
Dr. Sun Yat-sen Classical Chinese Garden
The Chinatown Tour starts at the beautiful Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden.( Rated as one of the top urban Garden in the world) From there, the Tour becomes a walking adventure through the colourful Vancouver Chinatown District sampling various foods and having a delicious Dim Sum lunch
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Vancouver
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- A WOK AROUND CHINATOWN
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- The Tour requires a minimum of 2 persons per booking. If less than the minimum, the Tour will be cancelled
- Please indicate if there are any food allergies / considerations
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 685 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
685 verified traveler reviews for A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour
It’s a nice walk and talk thru Chinatown. The history and food were a great mix which made for an enjoyable afternoon
via Viator
Vancouver Chinatown Experience with Bob
It was excellent. Bob struck a very good balance between food and culture. We left with a deeper appreciation of the Chinese culture not only in Vancouver but more broadly. I would highly recommend this tour and Bob!
via Viator
Fabulous
Great. Wonderful tour guide! Very thorough and knowledgable. Really enjoyed the various shops and people.
Response from the operator: Judith: Thank you for your kind words. It was a lot of fun being with your group. Glad you enjoyed the tour Regards Bob
via Viator
Amazing Harmonized Tour of Chinatown and its Foods, History, and Culture
I was honored today to be a part of a small tour led by the legendary Bob Sung through Vancouver's Chinatown. Bob started us off at the Chinese Garden where he introduced us the philosophical foundations and intentionality of the Chinese culture. He then wove in the history, challenges of the Chinese experience in Canada, his many generations of family ties, and the foods that connect the Chinese community to their roots. The foods that we ate came from restaurants with long histories in Chinatown and complemented themselves well. As a respected member of the community, Bob was able to make efficient use of our time. We would arrive at each restaurant where he quickly was given our next course for us to try. We finished the tour at a tea house where we received an expert-led lesson into the subtleties of preparing and drinking tea in a very traditional method which is very different from Western society's norm. Bob also introduced us to the written, spoken, and metaphorical aspects of Chinese language including bit of humor and a few swear words! I highly recommend this tour and it was a very worthwhile four hours well spent.
Response from the operator: I'm totally humbled by your review!!! Thank you for your words. It's very enjoyable where I get to showcase my culture & heritage in the medium of good My pleasure!! Good to hear you enjoyed yourself Cheers Bob
via Tripadvisor
More than a food tour - a cultural experience
The plentiful delicious food was just part of this educational tour. Bob Sung was an outstanding guide. We loved visiting the herbal medicine shop and the Story-telling center. We learned a lot about the Chinese immigration experiences. Our small tour group becane like a family at the dim sum luncheon.
Response from the operator: Joseph....Thank you for your review!!! The purpose of his tour business was to meet people, and feeding their minds, curiosity & their appetites. Thoroughly enjoyed meeting you. Regards Bob
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $119 to $163
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 240
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 88
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Vancouver.
How much does A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef cost?
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Prices start at $119 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Vancouver usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Vancouver is not rushed.
Is A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 685 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Vancouver, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef?
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Around 240 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Vancouver can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Vancouver and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Vancouver within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Vancouver?
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On Outty we rank every Vancouver experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Grand Bicycle Tour of Vancouver, The Stanley Park Bicycle Tour, Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Lookout. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Vancouver?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Vancouver?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef?
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Included: Walking tour that includes food samplings, tea, and dim sum lunch. Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Vancouver. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about A Wok Around Chinatown: Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour Led by a Chef?
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Across 685 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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