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Footscray Trail
Highlights
- Explore vibrant Footscray's diverse culinary scene, sampling flavours from Africa, Asia, Europe, and India.
- Wander through the rich tapestry of migrant stories, experiencing the cultural evolution of this unique suburb.
- Savour delicious vegan options at various stops, ensuring everyone enjoys the culinary delights on offer.
- Enjoy a leisurely walking tour, perfect for all fitness levels, with breaks to soak in the local atmosphere.
Explore Footscray on your journey through African, Asia, European and Indian foods. Footscray began its migrant settlement with Australian-born or people from the British Isle, After world war two it became home to refugees from Europe and America. Its ever-changing landscape is now home to migrants from Indo-China, the Middle East, Central America, and the Horn of Africa
With this diversity in its residents, it is a paradise for food lovers looking to explore and be introduced to old and new flavors.
Tour Starting Point: Outside Footscray Station on Irving Street.
Things to keep in mind: this is a walking tour; The walk from the various venues is about 30-40 minutes in total with breaks at each stop, the longest walk no more than 15 minutes. It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes. It is not fast-paced and comfortable for most people.
Rain, hail or shine, we will be walking the streets in almost every weather condition so please come prepared.
Vegan options are available please let us know at the time of booking
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Operation information
Foodie Trails
Foodie Trails know that the best way to explore a city is by walking around it, and walking around Melbourne you will discover secret alleyways, hidden eateries and beautiful galleries. The culinary tours are here to give you a helping hand.
Foodie Trails is a multi-award-winning food tourism experience provider, running cultural food walks, cooking classes and festivals and events. This cultural food walk offers Melbourne’s newest foodie experience as a different perspective on exploring the city on a tour.
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Accreditations
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ATEC Accessible & Inclusive Host
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ATEC India Host
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
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