Downtown Victoria's Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
VoiceMap Audio Tours
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Leonya_N
289 days ago
Great to help navigate and learn about the history while on short stop during our cruise at night when all the establishments were closed.
Explore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade • Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
DEAL FEATURED AND CHARGED IN US CURRENCY.
Departure Point
- The tour starts outside the Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Center. You'll hear some history about Victoria BC and how the VoiceMap app works before you start walking.
Return Details
- The tour starts outside the Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Center. You'll hear some history about Victoria BC and how the VoiceMap app works before you start walking.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia
501 Belleville St, , Victoria
The tour starts with a walk along the harbour where you'll hear how the city got its start.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Emily Carr Statue
Government Street and Belleville Street, Victoria
The tour makes a brief stop in front of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. You'll learn about its architect, the building and more before continuing.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
721 Government St, Victoria
The tour briefly stops in front of the Emily Carr Statue. You'll learn about Emily Carr and why she's being honoured before you continue on the walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Bastion Square
, , Victoria
The tour stops briefly in front of the Empress Hotel. You'll learn about the hotel before continuing on the walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Old Town
The tour stops briefly in Bastion Square. You'll hear about the square and then you'll have the opportunity to explore it before continuing with the tour.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Fan Tan Alley
2 Fan Tan Aly, Chinatown, Victoria
The tour takes you through a portion of Old Town Victoria. You'll learn about the early development of the town while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
500 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4
The tour takes you through Fan Tan Alley. You'll learn about its unique history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Government Street
Victoria
The tour takes you through Victoria's Chinatown. You'll learn about the area's history and the history of Chinese immigrants that call it home.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Inner-Harbour Pathway
Inner-Harbour Pathway, Victoria, BC V8W 3M6
The tour takes you down Government Street and points out a number of historical buildings and unique shops.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
───
Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
───
Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
───
• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
───
For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the VoiceMap Audio Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Explore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade • Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
DEAL FEATURED AND CHARGED IN US CURRENCY.
Departure Point
- The tour starts outside the Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Center. You'll hear some history about Victoria BC and how the VoiceMap app works before you start walking.
Return Details
- The tour starts outside the Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Center. You'll hear some history about Victoria BC and how the VoiceMap app works before you start walking.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia
501 Belleville St, , Victoria
The tour starts with a walk along the harbour where you'll hear how the city got its start.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Emily Carr Statue
Government Street and Belleville Street, Victoria
The tour makes a brief stop in front of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. You'll learn about its architect, the building and more before continuing.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
721 Government St, Victoria
The tour briefly stops in front of the Emily Carr Statue. You'll learn about Emily Carr and why she's being honoured before you continue on the walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Bastion Square
, , Victoria
The tour stops briefly in front of the Empress Hotel. You'll learn about the hotel before continuing on the walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Old Town
The tour stops briefly in Bastion Square. You'll hear about the square and then you'll have the opportunity to explore it before continuing with the tour.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Fan Tan Alley
2 Fan Tan Aly, Chinatown, Victoria
The tour takes you through a portion of Old Town Victoria. You'll learn about the early development of the town while you walk.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
500 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4
The tour takes you through Fan Tan Alley. You'll learn about its unique history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Government Street
Victoria
The tour takes you through Victoria's Chinatown. You'll learn about the area's history and the history of Chinese immigrants that call it home.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Inner-Harbour Pathway
Inner-Harbour Pathway, Victoria, BC V8W 3M6
The tour takes you down Government Street and points out a number of historical buildings and unique shops.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
───
Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
───
Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
───
• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
───
For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the VoiceMap Audio Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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- Deal is final sale
- DEAL FEATURED AND CHARGED IN US CURRENCY.
- Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates.
- Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment.
- Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale and Extraordinary Event Policy do not apply.
- See Viator voucher terms under "Viator Vouchers" here.