Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Vancouver Island, Canada
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Product ID: 1210
2 hours
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Offered in: EnglishExplore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.
• Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade
• Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting point
Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Centre, 812 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, Canada
We can meet you by the Visitor Center on Government Street.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
1
Inner-Harbour Pathway
The tour starts with a walk along the harbour where you'll hear how the city got its start.
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2
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
The tour makes a brief stop in front of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. You'll learn about its architect, the building and more before continuing.
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3
Emily Carr Statue
The tour briefly stops in front of the Emily Carr Statue. You'll learn about Emily Carr and why she's being honoured before you continue on the walk.
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4
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
The tour stops briefly in front of the Empress Hotel. You'll learn about the hotel before continuing on the walk.
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5
Bastion Square
The tour stops briefly in Bastion Square. You'll hear about the square and then you'll have the opportunity to explore it before continuing with the tour.
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6
Old Town
The tour takes you through a portion of Old Town Victoria. You'll learn about the early development of the town while you walk.
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7
Fan Tan Alley
The tour takes you through Fan Tan Alley. You'll learn about its unique history.
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8
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
The tour takes you through Victoria's Chinatown. You'll learn about the area's history and the history of Chinese immigrants that call it home.
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9
Government Street
The tour takes you down Government Street and points out a number of historical buildings and unique shops.
Duration:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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