Visiting Victoria and looking to expand your horizons and learn something new? Whether you’re intrigued by maritime history, captivated by Indigenous art, or fascinated by local heritage, there is a museum for you. Here are 6 must-see museums to add to your Victoria travel Itinerary!
Maritime Museum of British Columbia
Location: 744 Douglas St.
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia is perfect for ocean enthusiasts seeking to explore nautical history. With rotating exhibits, educational and community-based programs, interactive workshops and research services, this museum is sure to make waves in your itinerary.
Chinese Canadian Museum – Victoria Exhibition
Location: 10 Fan Tan Alley
When you visit Victoria, be sure to book your tickets to “First Steps: Chinese Canadian Journeys in Victoria”, a new temporary exhibition in Chinatown’s historic and famous Fan Tan Alley. The exhibit highlights important starting points for Chinese Canadians in Victoria and is produced by
The Chinese Canadian Museum, in cooperation with Victoria Chinatown Museum Society.
Miniature World
Location: 649 Humboldt Street
Prepare to enter into a whole new realm when you visit Miniature World. The showcase, located in the Fairmont Empress, is a collection of over 85 miniature-themed dioramas and displays representing historical times and fictional worlds alike. The museum, titled the ‘greatest little show on earth’ is incredibly popular to tourists and locals and visitors of all ages are sure to enjoy it.
Royal BC Museum
Location: 675 Belleville Street
Did you know ‘Royal’ in the Royal BC Museum’s name was approved by Queen Elizabeth II and bestowed by Prince Philip? In 1987, during a Royal Tour, the two approved the Royal title of the museum and history was made. Since its founding 138 years ago, the museum has seen a collection of incredible exhibits, with the current featured exhibit showcasing the incredible world of dinosaurs who once roamed our province.
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Location: 1040 Moss Street
This one is for the art lovers. The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria has been showcasing art in its historic mansion location for over 70 years, and is now adjacent to seven modern art galleries. The collection boasts over 20,000 works of art, making it the largest public collection in BC, and prides itself on having a diverse assortment of exhibitions including showcases of our own Canadian, historical and world-class Asian collection.
BC Aviation Museum
Location: 1910 Norseman Road
Now, for the aircraft lovers! The BC Aviation Museum, located on the grounds of the Victoria International Airport in Sidney, houses over 40 aircrafts on display, making it the ultimate spot for those who want to learn more about the world of aviation. The Museum consists of a display area spread over two hangars, a classroom, a restoration workshop and a gift shop and you can even sit in the cockpit of a warplane!
