easy
2 hours
Average fitness needed for comfortable walking
Discover Victoria’s rich history and architecture with a personalized 2-hour walking tour led by local guides. Perfect for immersing yourself in the city’s vibrant stories and hidden gems.
All Ages | 2 Hours | 3-5km | Up to 30 Participants
Experience Victoria like never before on a captivating 2-hour private walking tour. Led by a local guide, explore stunning architecture, rich First-Nation history, and hidden gems in Bastion Square and Chinatown. Tailor your journey to your interests while enjoying picturesque gardens and memorable stories that connect you to the city's vibrant past.
2 Hours
This 2-hour Private Walking Tour of Victoria will connect you with the most important highlights. See it all through the eyes of a local guide.
Together we will walk through the city and visit many of the must-see landmarks, attractions, and establishments along the way. Victoria's stories connect you to its history, architecture, triumphs, and shortcomings. We will meet local legends and guide you to what interests you most. The tour is filled with recommendations & tips to ensure you get the most out of your trip to Victoria!
Your Private Walking Tour of Victoria’s default start location is outside the BC Legislature Building next to the Victoria Cenotaph. There is the option, when booking, to request an alternate start location, perhaps at your hotel or accommodations. Your tour guide will meet you with a smile and start the tour from the downtown location of your choosing. Presently, upon arriving, your local tour guide will introduce themselves and get familiar with your interests. Thereupon, confirm an end location with you, and plan a route to get you to that requested location by the tour's end. Plan for drinks, food, or an attraction post-tour, and your guide will get you there right on time. Toonie Tours Victoria is excited and humbled to lead the way and authentically connect you.
The biggest difference is the amount of time we have together. We will see many of the same sights and hear many of the same stories on both tours, however, with more time we can elaborate and experience each in more detail and depth. We also do our best to connect you to your interests, so with a longer tour, there is more opportunity to stop in places, grab snacks/coffee, and explore with greater ease.
Absolutely! Please reach out to us with your group size and particular interests and we can connect you with a quote for the tour. Prices are generally what you see here plus equipment rental costs. Contact details are at the bottom of the page.
Make sure to wear sturdy, comfortable footwear suitable for walking on uneven city surfaces.
Victoria's weather can change quickly; bringing a light jacket or umbrella ensures you're prepared.
Carry a water bottle, especially if visiting during warmer weather or on a hot day.
Ask your guide questions about Victoria’s history and local stories for a richer experience.
Victoria was established in 1843 as a Hudson’s Bay Company trading post and has grown into a city rich with colonial and First Nation history.
The city actively promotes sustainable tourism and local preservation efforts, ensuring its vibrant heritage and environment remain protected.
Supportive shoes improve comfort for a city walk and uneven terrain.
Layered clothing helps adapt to Victoria’s changing weather conditions.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Staying hydrated during outdoor walks keeps energy up.
Protection from the sun enhances comfort during sunny days.
summer specific