City Tour with Craigdarraoch Castle Admission

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Duration: 2h 30m
Location: Victoria, BC Canada | Victoria, Canada


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
Shops of Government Street & Canada’s oldest Chinatown
Craigdarroch Castle—a National Historic Site of Canada
Panoramic views of Victoria from the top of Mount Tolmie
Opportunity to spot harbor seals at the Oak Bay Marina
Coastal drive through Victoria’s waterfront neighborhoods

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Victoria by bus
Admission to Craigdorrach Castle
Roundtrip transportation to and from select Victoria hotels
Commentary in English

Description:

Discover Victoria's charming attractions and urban landmarks from a double-decker bus, and complete your city tour with a visit to Craigdarroch Castle, a brooding Victorian-era mansion that's a designated National Historic Site of Canada.

Climb aboard a double-decker bus and set off to explore the sights of Victoria. Drive by the British heritage shops and antique malls along Government Street, and soak up the bustle and energy of Chinatown. Head toward the water for a drive along Oak Bay and the waterfront. As the bus cruises through the residential areas of Oak Bay, Beacon Hill Park, and Mile Zero, your guide shares interesting facts and anecdotes about Victoria's history. At Mount Tolmie, take in a sweeping panorama over downtown and the countryside beyond.

Hop off the bus at the picturesque Craigdarroch Castle. Built during the reign of Queen Victoria, this charming mansion has been painstakingly restored to its former glory. Catch a glimpse of the fascinating lifestyle of the privileged in1880s Victoria as you stroll through the castle's 39 rooms and admire its collection of ornate stained glass windows. Climb the 87 stairs to the tower for marvelous views of Victoria, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Olympic Mountains.