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Seaside homes and Gardens Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Victoria, Canada
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience the charm of Victoria's historic neighborhood, James Bay, and Beacon Hill Park. Our guides will both educate and entertain as they explain the history of the city as it evolved from a small fur trading outpost to a thriving Gold Rush town to the present day capital of British Columbia. Bring your camera along for the fantastic photo opportunities. Let us know if there is anything you are particularly interested in, or if you would like different start times.
  • Explore the historic heritage of the James Bay neighborhood
  • Learn about the history of Victoria
  • Excellent photo opportunities
  • Led by a local guide

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Personalized tours to your requests
  • Warm waterproof blankets in case of inclement weather
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Let us know what hotel you are in and we will confirm if we can pick you up from there.

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Meeting point

  • Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Centre
    812 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, Canada

    We will be waiting for you on Government street, just outside the Visitor Center

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Victoria

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Carr House

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Beacon Hill Park

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0
based on 14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Luke was amazing

Catherine_H, Jul 2025
Luke was a fabulous guide! He was so knowledgeable about the local history-- from the architecture to the gold rush-- and so much more! He took us through Beacon Hill Park, which was also amazing, and at the end, he dropped us off at Fisherman's Wharf. We would highly recommend your company and Luke in particular! A+++

Explore Charming Victoria with a Wonderful Local!

Lori_C, Jun 2025
Melaina was AMAZING. She knew the history and all the special places and facts that made our tour absolutely charming! She’s also a VERY GOOD pedicab driver. We had so much fun. Totally worth it!

Great way to spend a couple hours

Barbara_S, May 2025
Met us right as we exited the cruise terminal and rode us around the most unique neighborhoods and downtown area. George was very knowledgeable and engaging.

Great tour!

Suzanne_G, Jul 2023
Great tour. Interesting history and overview of Victoria. Perfect for a cool day. Our guide, Alan, was knowledgeable and appreciated the Emily Carr art and information.

From $92.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 25 days in advance.

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