Royal British Columbia Museum, Victoria (must see)
Founded in 1886, the Royal British Columbia Museum is divided into several permanent galleries, including the Natural History Gallery, the First Peoples Gallery, and the Modern History Gallery.
The Natural History Gallery features exhibits on the province's flora and fauna, with displays of taxidermied animals and interactive installations that explore the region's diverse ecosystems. The First Peoples Gallery showcases the history and culture of British Columbia's Indigenous peoples, including ceremonial regalia, carvings, and artwork. The Modern History Gallery examines the province's more recent past, highlighting the colonial period, the gold rush, and the impact of industrialization on the region.
The museum鈥檚 main focus is a fascinating journey through time, centered on two primary themes: the rich history of British Columbia鈥檚 major cities and the captivating history of the Indigenous peoples who have long called this area home. Artifacts and exhibits vividly illustrate daily life, cultural traditions, and historic transformations. They offer insight into a region at the crossroads of nature and exploration during the pivotal period when the first Europeans arrived.
A highlight is the 20th-century Vancouver and Victoria exhibit, featuring life-size recreations of bustling streets, a vintage movie theater showcasing Charlie Chaplin, busy Chinatown lanes, and a hotel reflecting key historical moments. Visitors can also view Captain Vancouver鈥檚 ship and a gold panning operation.
The museum hosts temporary exhibitions on topics ranging from the RMS Titanic to Leonardo da Vinci, Vikings, and Egyptian treasures, and houses the IMAX Victoria theater, presenting both educational and entertainment films.
Tip:
Don't skip the outdoor section on the side of the main entrance. You can visit one of the original houses of the first big settlement in Victoria, totems, and a First Nation chief house, in a very nice and quiet setting. Otherwise, plan at least 3 hours to enjoy all the exhibitions (permanent and temporary).
The Natural History Gallery features exhibits on the province's flora and fauna, with displays of taxidermied animals and interactive installations that explore the region's diverse ecosystems. The First Peoples Gallery showcases the history and culture of British Columbia's Indigenous peoples, including ceremonial regalia, carvings, and artwork. The Modern History Gallery examines the province's more recent past, highlighting the colonial period, the gold rush, and the impact of industrialization on the region.
The museum鈥檚 main focus is a fascinating journey through time, centered on two primary themes: the rich history of British Columbia鈥檚 major cities and the captivating history of the Indigenous peoples who have long called this area home. Artifacts and exhibits vividly illustrate daily life, cultural traditions, and historic transformations. They offer insight into a region at the crossroads of nature and exploration during the pivotal period when the first Europeans arrived.
A highlight is the 20th-century Vancouver and Victoria exhibit, featuring life-size recreations of bustling streets, a vintage movie theater showcasing Charlie Chaplin, busy Chinatown lanes, and a hotel reflecting key historical moments. Visitors can also view Captain Vancouver鈥檚 ship and a gold panning operation.
The museum hosts temporary exhibitions on topics ranging from the RMS Titanic to Leonardo da Vinci, Vikings, and Egyptian treasures, and houses the IMAX Victoria theater, presenting both educational and entertainment films.
Tip:
Don't skip the outdoor section on the side of the main entrance. You can visit one of the original houses of the first big settlement in Victoria, totems, and a First Nation chief house, in a very nice and quiet setting. Otherwise, plan at least 3 hours to enjoy all the exhibitions (permanent and temporary).
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Royal British Columbia Museum on Map
Sight Name: Royal British Columbia Museum
Sight Location: Victoria, Canada (See walking tours in Victoria)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Victoria, Canada (See walking tours in Victoria)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Victoria, British Columbia
Create Your Own Walk in Victoria
Creating your own self-guided walk in Victoria is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Victoria Introduction Walking Tour
Imagine a place so lush and welcoming that Sir James Douglas, who first surveyed the land in 1842 for the fort that would become Victoria, believed it was 鈥渄ropped straight from the clouds,鈥� a haven unlike the wild forests around it.
Victoria, the capital of the province of British Columbia, is one of Canada鈥檚 oldest cities鈥攚here British colonial heritage meets the natural beauty of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Victoria, the capital of the province of British Columbia, is one of Canada鈥檚 oldest cities鈥攚here British colonial heritage meets the natural beauty of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Victoria's Historical Buildings Walking Tour
They say, Victoria is a jewel of a city with its blend of timeless charm and grace, in which historic architecture coexists with a modern and vibrant cultural scene. Indeed, for a relatively young city, Victoria boasts a wealth of incredibly beautiful heritage sites carefully preserved for future generations to enjoy. The moment you cruise into the capital of British Columbia, you can feel a... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles