Discover the Past
Walking Tours
We are best known for our spine-tingling Ghostly Walks, but at Discover the Past Walking Tours we also offer a full suite of fun and insightful History Tours in Victoria, B.C. that run during the day-time. John Adams, Victoria’s pre-eminent historian, leads our team of exceptional storyteller guides.
Victoria’s Favourite Walking Tour Company
Ghostly Walks
Behind Victoria’s veneer of old-world charm, beautiful gardens and afternoon tea lies the darker past. On our tours, experience spell-binding tales of eccentric characters, heroic deeds, love, humour, hangings and murder from the city’s best storytellers.
Victoria History Walks
Explore with us as we weave together the characters, landmarks and facts of Victoria’s most intriguing moments, bringing history to life. Our thoroughly researched tours uncover the compelling stories that make up the history of our fair city. Our routes criss-cross downtown Victoria and other fascinating neighbourhoods.
Chinatown Walks
Victoria’s Chinatown is the oldest in Canada and an area of local, national and international historic importance. Enjoy the vibrancy along the crowded sidewalks and narrow alleys as we uncover Chinatown’s story. Heritage Chinese commercial buildings – the largest number from the 1800s in any city in North America provide the backdrop. as we follow in the footsteps of gold-miners, merchants and revolutionaries.
A Christmas Carol with Jason Stevens
Be transported back to a snowy Christmas Eve in Dickensian London. Scrooge, Marley, Bob Cratchit, and Tiny Tim will remind you once again that the well-being of your community is a worthier investment than your bank account. And maybe in these times, we need that reminder more than ever.
Starting December 7, Jason is performing on weekend evenings in a cozy indoor space at Market Square. Snuggled between two pubs (The Drake and Whistle Buoy), this is perfect for meeting friends and wrapping up an afternoon of holiday shopping. Accessible Venue. Hosted by Discover The Past.
School Walking Tours
From spine-tingling ghost tours to in-depth cultural adventures in Chinatown or a custom tailored program, we offer a wide range of school tours to suit all needs.
Visites en français
Cette année, Discover The Past est fière de vous présenter son tout nouveau programme de visites guidées en français.
Additional In-Person and Virtual Offerings
Private Group Tours
Explore Victoria with friends and family.
Student Tours
Discovery for students of all ages.
Events
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Live Zoom Tours
Not Currently Available
Watch Anytime Tours
Not Currenty Available
Speaking Engagements
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Why Book with Us!
We’re a family run company who’ve been offering walking tours of Victoria, British Columbia since the 1960s. Founded by local historian, John Adams, we pride ourselves on creating informative, entertaining tours that leave our guests delighted.
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