Discover Victoria: Self-Guided Audio Tour

New To The Site! Vancouver Island, Canada

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2 to 3 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

This fascinating audio guided tour will show you the beautiful west coast city of Victoria. You'll learn about the region's history with the native aboriginals and about its fur trading roots.

Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city.

You will see wonderful examples of architecture by Francis Rattenbury throughout the city and buildings which have been regenerated and stood the test of time, such as the famous Empress Hotel.

To discover this vibrant city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking.

The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way.

Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Inner Harbour Centre, 950 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, Canada

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Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.

End point

Beacon Hill Totem Pole, Fairfield, Victoria, BC V8V, Canada

Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.

Start Time • 09:00 AM

What To Expect

Inner Harbour

The Inner Harbour spreads across the edge of the city and includes several bays and historical landmarks, including the Empress Hotel.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bastion Square

Some of Bastion Square's buildings are among the oldest in the city and many are landmark structures of Canada.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

With plenty of parks, theatres, restaurants and bars in walking distance, it’s easy to stay busy in Chinatown.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fan Tan Alley

Fan Tan Alley was originally a gambling district consisting of shady bars and opium dens. Today, however, it is a popular tourist destination with ample retail shops, an art gallery and many Chinese cafes, restaurants and apartments.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada

The Empress Hotel is one of the oldest and most famous hotels in Canada. The Empress has been designated a National Historic Site of Canada and has become an iconic symbol for the city of Victoria itself.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal BC Museum

The Royal British Columbia Museum hosts touring exhibits from all around the world; recently these have included exhibits on the Titanic, Leonardo da Vinci, Egyptian history and Genghis Khan. The museum has an impressive collection of natural history, including the Ice Age and the Stone Age.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Beacon Hill Park

Beacon Hill Park is an impressive 75,200 acres of gardens located along the shore of Juan de Fuca Strait in Victoria. It is home to some rare tree species, including Garry oak, arbutus, Douglas-fir, western red cedar, camas, trillium, snowberry, Oregon grape, and fawn lily. It also has its own zoo, mainly featuring farm animals.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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What's Included

  • Self-paced
  • Audio files and GPS map
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Admission Fees
  • Transportation
  • Food or drinks
  • Audio device

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
  • No admission fees or physical guide included.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please download the audio file and make it ready before you start your journey
  • Available only in English.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-30114P74

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