Fan Tan Alley
Fan Tan Alley
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This unique alley located in Chinatown between Fisgard & Johnson streets. There are numerous shops & stores located along this narrow alley.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Kara G
3 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
Cool atmosphere but not a lot of shops. Need to know what you’re looking for before you go to see if it’s worth it for you.
Written October 9, 2023
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Rockiroads
Oshawa, Canada1,261 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Couples
This was a nice little surprise while going through China town. Nice little shops, really cute place and a neat little cut through to the next block.
Written September 12, 2023
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GoVols79
Chattanooga, TN2,885 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Fan Tan Alley is a short walk from downtown Victoria and a great reason to see more of the city. We went at night so the shops in the area were closed but it was definitely a fun place to stop.
Written September 4, 2023
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Kirstin K
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Aug. 2023 • Friends
this is a understatement as the alley is thin and runs between 2 roads in the china town area, most shops are not Chinese (owned or run) and very very expensive, however they are unique and quirky. we were looking to eat in China town, but most restaurants were closing at 6pm so went further afield
to be honest I was a little disappointed
Did find a good Indian restaurant though called Varsha
to be honest I was a little disappointed
Did find a good Indian restaurant though called Varsha
Written August 23, 2023
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Ashish D
Kolkata (Calcutta), India795 contributions
Jun. 2023
Its a fun pace to be with its history and various interesting stories tied to it. So we visited this place when we came to Chinatown in Victoria. There were some quaint shops along this narrow lane.
Written August 21, 2023
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Beth W
Liver6 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
Great way to spend an afternoon. Browse the shops and then head back to china town for some food and drink.
Fan Tan Alley is a treat!
Fan Tan Alley is a treat!
Written August 10, 2023
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John C
Edmonton, Canada11 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
Ha Ha, just me! Just got out of the Chinese Historical Museum (Great) when a seagull unloaded on me. Nice chunky stuff, all on my head and white shirt. I could feel the salmonella. Yuk!!! Several Chinese merchants and tourists were saying “ good luck, good luck! “. Didn’t feel lucky! Shower back at the hotel and all good. Would still tour the area.
Written August 8, 2023
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carvergl
Rancho Cordova, CA39 contributions
Aug. 2023
Very small - the very narrow alley was fun - only about two blocks long - some interesting stores - fun quick
Written August 7, 2023
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RoBe
46 contributions
Jul. 2023
Fan Tan Alley is short and sweet, reminding one of a past age when cocaine dens were legal in Victoria. Picturesque, the alley offers lovely photographic opportunities and several shops with handmde arts that perfectly fit the needs of tourists, especially handmade soap. It takes only minutes to "do" the touristr thing in the alley, but please visit the museum in the alley and the shops. Worth a visit.
Written July 24, 2023
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Jonique Life
Australia2,521 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
We came here to go through the Fan Tan Alley and the other alleys. They were so cute and fun! We loved the shops and there was heaps of different food stores. The vibes at this China Town are so nice, it wasn’t too busy and small but still very special.
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Written June 29, 2023
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