Victoria Historical Walking Tour Experience

Discover Victoria's story on a 1.5 hour walking tour with a knowledgeable and fun local historian. Enjoy picturesque views of the famous Inner Harbour and explore streets, alleys and squares as you learn about Victoria's fascinating history. This tour provides a superb overview, but also delves into the details of what makes Victoria such a unique and historically rich destination.

Meeting Point

812 Wharf St

812 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, Canada

Meet your guide (wearing red) outside the main doors of the Visitor Information Centre at 812 Wharf St.

What's included:

• Headsets to hear the guide clearly
• Professional local guide

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Inner Harbour

, , Victoria

Meet your guide by the Inner Harbour in Downtown Victoria, and then set off on your 1.5 hour walking tour to explore the highlights of Old Town, Bastion Square and Chinatown. History and human drama abound in the area, and as you walk your guide will point out examples of beautiful 1800's architecture.

10 minutes

Government Street

Victoria

Victoria is a walker's paradise and because it is a compact city, much historical ground can be covered in a short time.

10 minutes

Bastion Square

, , Victoria

While Victoria is known as a quaint slice of Olde England, the city certainly has its scandals and dark stories too. In Bastion Square learn about Victoria's many public hangings and how the authorities tried to maintain law and order.

10 minutes

Market Square

Market Square 560 Johnson St, Old Town, Victoria, V8W 3C6

When Victoria was a booming sea port, Johnson Street was our Red Light District.

10 minutes

Fan Tan Alley

2 Fan Tan Aly, Chinatown, Victoria, V8W 1R4

Visit the most infamous alley in Victoria.

10 minutes