Seaside homes and Gardens Tour

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Victoria, Canada

2 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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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.

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

Victoria

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carr House National Historic Site

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Beacon Hill Park

45 minutes • Admission 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

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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 16 reviews

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Must do!

Elizabeth_A, May 2026

We were very pleased with the ability to see many different sites throughout the area on our 2 hour tour. Julie was offering many options and asked us to choose. She was very knowledgeable and interacted with us throughout our journey. Julie is a gem and we would definitely ask for her in the future. Best adventure of our trip to Victoria!

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.