Explore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.
• Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade • Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
This Tour begins at the Inner Harbour, in front of the Empress Hotel, on the lower causeway. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
Return
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
the tour ends on Fisgard street, near Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site.
The tour starts with a walk along the harbour where you'll hear how the city got its start.
2
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
The tour makes a brief stop in front of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. You'll learn about its architect, the building and more before continuing.
3
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
The tour stops briefly in front of the Empress Hotel. You'll learn about the hotel before continuing on the walk.
4
Bastion Square
The tour stops briefly in Bastion Square. You'll hear about the square and then you'll have the opportunity to explore it before continuing with the tour.
5
Old Town
The tour takes you through a portion of Old Town Victoria. You'll learn about the early development of the town while you walk.
6
Fan Tan Alley
The tour takes you through Fan Tan Alley. You'll learn about its unique history.
7
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
The tour takes you through Victoria's Chinatown. You'll learn about the area's history and the history of Chinese immigrants that call it home.
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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About
Explore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.
• Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade • Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
This Tour begins at the Inner Harbour, in front of the Empress Hotel, on the lower causeway. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
Return
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
the tour ends on Fisgard street, near Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site.
