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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
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
Tour ends in Chinatown, near the Gate of Harmonious Interest or at your preferred location.
Itinerary
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1
Totem poles, Thunderbird Park, Ceremonial House
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
History of the hotel & architect
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Why Trounce? Morse Code, unique shops & old school arcade
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Ravine! Dividing line between European and Chinese colonists
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Courthouse, jailhouse, law offices & hangings
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Opium, gambling in North America's second oldest Chinatown
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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