Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria
In 1903, the Tourist Association of Victoria launched the Tally-Ho to offer guided city tours and help attract visitors and settlers, sparking a tradition that has delighted guests for over 120 years. What makes Tally-Ho truly unique is that it’s not just a tour, but a living piece of Victoria’s history. With its iconic horse-drawn carriages and personal, locally-inspired storytelling, it offers a rare opportunity to experience the city in a way that honors its past while creating lasting memories.
Our beloved Tally-Ho horses, now considered "at risk" of becoming endangered, are cherished symbols of Victoria, adored by locals and visitors alike. On each tour, our professional and fun-loving guides share fascinating history, local folklore, and exclusive insights, providing a personalized experience rather than just canned information. Join us for this one-of-a-kind adventure that combines history, heritage, and the true spirit of Victoria while preserving a piece of its iconic past.
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Beacon Hill Park Carriage Tour
Duration: 1 hour
Horse-Drawn Carriage
What's included in Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria
(Subject to Option Inclusions)On this personalized, 60-minute horse-drawn carriage ride, enjoy a delightful journey through Beacon Hill Park, a serene sanctuary in the heart of the city. See vibrant flower gardens, peaceful duck ponds, and a charming petting farm, while appreciating the park's natural beauty. Donated in 1858, it has long been a beloved public space, preserving wildlife and native plants. The park is also home to the world’s fourth-largest free-standing totem pole, carved in 1956 from a single Cedar tree. Next, travel along the stunning Salish Sea waterfront, taking in spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and reaching Mile Zero of the Trans-Canada Highway, the starting point of the world’s second-longest highway. Your tour concludes in the historic James Bay neighborhood, with beautifully preserved Victorian homes and captivating stories of the area’s rich history, including iconic Canadian artist, Emily Carr. Reserve your “Uniquely Charming, Famously Fun” horse-drawn carriage ride through Victoria’s stunning streets today. With spectacular horses and personalized guides, this unforgettable experience brings the city’s beauty and history to life!
Inclusions
- Convertible roof to maximize comfort in all weather
- Professional, informative, uniformed guide
- Evening tours will be lit with the soft glow of carriage lanterns
- Local taxes
- Warm faux-fur blankets for cooler evenings
- Gratuities
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour is priced per carriage
- Carriages seat a maximum of 4 people
- All tours are subject to weather. In the event of inclement weather (ice, snow, high winds), your local tour operator will try to contact you via the information provided, else please call to confirm your reservation.
- Wheelchair accessible: person must be able to transfer themselves into the carriage
- Dog friendly (we love them, but please keep them off the seats)
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- At the corner of Belleville and Menzies Streets. Look for our burgundy sales kiosk!
