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Come experience what makes Victoria special through our tour of the historic heritage neighborhood of James Bay and the spectacular Beacon Hill Park.
Our guides will educate and entertain you with information about the history of our city, as it evolved from a small fur trading outpost to a booming gold rush town, to the present day capital of British Columbia.
We have lots of stops for photos along the way, so be sure to bring your camera.
Our guides are able to customize your tour based on what you want to see, feel free to inquire either before booking or while on tour about any wishes and we will do our best to make it happen.
Contact us for other start times.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Let us know what hotel you are in and we will confirm if we can pick you up from there.
We will be waiting for you on Government street, just outside the Visitor Center
Itinerary
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1
Join us on a journey through Victoria's best neighborhoods, we will explore James Bay, home to many beautifully preserved heritage homes. Come find out why we are Canada's garden city as we ride past stunning residential gardens.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A quick stop to meet Emily Carr, one of Victoria's most famous artists. Find out about her and how she became one of Canada's best know female painters and writers. Her childhood home is now a beautiful museum. A tour through the house is not included as part of the tour due to time constraints, but can be added at the end if desired, admission is by donation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Explore the city's biggest and most spectacular park. Home to over 100 different types of trees and thousands of flowers. More wedding photographs are taken here than in any other part of the city. Our guides will fill you in on the history of the park and some of the wildlife (deer, eagles, owls and peacocks are usually in the park, some are shy, while others come out and visit)
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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