Historical Victoria Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

A moderate amount of walking is required

No health restrictions

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Professional local guide

Gratuities

What To Expect

Inner Harbour

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 • Admission Not Applicable

Government Street

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 • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Historical Victoria Walking Tour

Reviews

4.93

172 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

160

Very informative, thank...
Michelle W,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative, thank you. Perfect way to be introduced to the city. I’d highly recommend this experience.
Informative and Engaging Tour
Rosa F,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was engaging and informative. We learned a lot about the City and really enjoyed our time.
We were only in Victoria for one day we wanted to walk and enjoy the beautiful city with this tour. We learned so much.
Janice S,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our Guide, was outstanding. His love of history and storytelling was clear. It came through in every word. He made the history of Victoria come alive and we learned so much.
Lovely Introduction to A Lovely Town
CHO22,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great way to get to know and appreciate such a lovely and historic town! Chris was funny, insightful and brought Victoria to life. Highly recommend!
Great Guide
LeAnn A,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The guide was amazing! He was engaging and gave us great information that we couldn’t have gotten on our own.
Great Story Telling
Robyn B,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Chris was a great story teller of Victoria's past as he led us through the streets of downtown Victoria stopping to show and explain to us historic markers of the past. I particularly liked the acknowledgement and inclusion of Canada's First Nations peoples in Canada's history. Thank you.
Retired teacher in Victoria
Patricia F,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The guide paced the walk according to the needs of the group. He was knowledgeable of a wide range of historical events with human interest antidotes.
Very informative tour
craigbM34WI,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We totally enjoyed our walking tour today. Chris was funny and a great historian and 2nd generation. He grew up in Victoria so has much general knowledge of the area and is passionate about Victoria.
The tour guide was very...
Paige J,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The tour guide was very informative and friendly but I felt he went into too much detail at beginning of tour and about the empress hotel and harbor and not enough about the historical district or Chinatown. We spent to much time standing (in sun) or sitting at one place. I like when tours walk and talk, especially since we all have headphones. Instead of stand and listen for long periods of time.
Deep historical knowledge
Marc R,
Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide provided insight into the motivations of the actors in the historical events he recounted, not just reciting a script prepared for the walk.