Located minutes from downtown, Craigdarroch Castle was built in 1890 by wealthy coal baron Robert Dunsmuir. Experience the lifestyles of the very rich and climb 87 stairs to the tower surrounded by exquisite stained glass, lavish Victorian furnishings and intricate woodwork.
Open 7 days a week 10am-4:30pm Extended Summer hours from June 15th to Labour day - 9am-7pm
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Explore an underground magazine complex, look down the barrels of century-old coast artillery guns and enjoy spectacular views of Esquimalt Harbour and Juan de Fuca Strait. Only 14 kilometers from downtown Victoria, Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Light-house National Historic Sites offer one of the world’s best preserved coast artillery forts and Canada’s oldest west coast lighthouse.
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Experience the history of Hatley Park National Historic Site as we explore significant eras from the First Nations through the Dunsmuir family, Royal Roads Military College and now Royal Roads University. During you visit be sure to walk in our wonderful gardens.
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Built in 1861, this house was the O’Reilly family home for three generations. Over 10,000 artifacts are displayed, giving us a picture of family life in the 1890-1920 period. Gardens originally planted in the 1880s are currently being restored.
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St. Ann’s Academy is an enduring legacy of women’s and Francophone history in British Columbia. Built between 1871 and 1910 as a school and convent for the Sisters of St. Ann, the restored building and grounds await your visit! Take a moment to reflect in the golden light of the 1858 chapel, Victoria’s original Catholic cathedral.
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