Then & Now Walking Tour
History! Stories! Inside Scoop!
Join us for a 2 - 2.5 hr walking tour of Victoria from the Cenotaph at the Parliament Building to Chinatown. Learn key moments in the history of Victoria, stories about our most colorful inhabitants and discover locations easily missed without a local expert!
Victoria Tours creates memorable narratives from key moments in the history of Victoria. We look forward to sharing incredible local stories with you!
Less than 2 km Wheelchairs and strollers can be accommodated, but some detours may be required due to the historical nature of some locations
Options
Then & Now Walking Tour
What's included in Then & Now Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
IMAX Victoria In the Royal BC Museum
Totem poles, Thunderbird Park, Ceremonial House
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
History of the hotel & architect
Trounce Alley
Why Trounce? Morse Code, unique shops & old school arcade
Inclusions
- Minors 16 years old and under are free of charge
- Walking Tour Experience in Victoria
- Please bring your own hydration and be dressed for the weather
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Cenotaph (statue of a soldier). The Cenotaph is located on the grounds of the Parliament near the corner of Government St and Belleview St. Please be on the meeting point 5 minutes before start time.
End Points
- Tour ends in Chinatown, near the Gate of Harmonious Interest.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Look for your guide with a name tag near the Cenotaph (statue of a soldier on the grounds of the Parliament at the corner of Government St and Belleville St)