That Girl in Victoria

Best of the City Tour
Victoria, BC

Victoria is a charming city full of beautiful historic architecture, ocean views, and stunning gardens. This tour focuses on the most popular sites around the city. 

You’ll hear historical stories like the significance of Victoria’s Inner Harbour and its connection to the gold rush which changed the city’s landscape.   I’ll take you to some unique hidden gems with spectacular bird’s eye views of the city, and across the ocean looking towards the Olympic Mountains and the San Juan Islands. 

This is an excellent tour of the city’s best attractions and  if you have already visited the Butchart Gardens. 

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Price: $540cad  (this is a group price -not per person)

Capacity: vehicle seats 6 people comfortably (7 max)

Tour duration: 4 hours

Pace:  moderate with minimal walking 

What’s included: private transportation and professional tour guide

What’s not included: personal expenses, food and beverage or admission fees if required.

Customize this tour: A visit to the Ahbkazi Gardens with afternoon tea, lunch at the Oak Bay Marina Cafe or tour time at the Craigdarroch Castle. Cafe

ITINERARY

The order of this itinerary may vary depending on your pick location. This tour is designed to explore all of the major sites of city and will be dependant on pace.  

On this tour we will visit: 

 

  • Victoria’s Inner Harbour, BC legislative building & Empress Hotel
  • Chinatown with a wander through the infamous narrow Fan Tan Alley.
  • Fisherman’s Wharf, a quirky neighborhood with it’s colorful float homes.
  • Craigdarroch Castle – a baronial bonanza castle built in 1908 by Victoria’s legendary coal baron, Robert Dunsmiur (The interior is available to tour Wed-Sunday before 3:00 pm. It has 5 floors with no elevators)
  • Government House – the official residence/offices of the Lt. Governor of BC (the provincial representative of the crown)
  • Beacon Hill Park – home to colorful free-roaming peacocks, the world’s tallest totem pole, Mile Zero with a tribute to Canadian legend Terry Fox
All of these attractions and a beautiful scenic ocean drive combined into a wonderful day to get to know Victoria.
 
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TOUR ADD-ON OPTIONS

Lunch at the Marina Dockside Cafe  located at the Oak Bay Marina

Duration: 1 hour for a total of a 5-hour tour

Price: $110cad added to the base tour price (food and beverage is not included)

Undecided? No worries, if you decide on the day of your tour that your group would like to do this add-on, we can simply adjust it on the day of your tour if time is permitting. I am super chill.

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FAQs

The Best of the City Tour includes sightseeing in Victoria’s downtown core, Chinatown, Inner Harbour, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the scenic Dallas Road waterfront, plus visits to unique neighbourhoods such as Oak Bay and Gonzales Bay. The tour also features storytelling about Victoria’s history, fun facts, and local culture.

The Best of the City Tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want to see Victoria’s main attractions and hidden gems within a short timeframe.

You can book directly online through the form provided on the Best of the City Tour webpage.

The tour lasts 3 hours and provides a comprehensive introduction to Victoria’s highlights.

Yes. The tour allows time to explore local boutique shops that are unique to Victoria and Vancouver Island.

Yes. The Best of the City Tour allows time for a stop at local cafés or shops, giving you the chance to enjoy a coffee, snack, or browse unique local boutiques along the way.

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