Victoria 2 Hour Tour

Route map

Stops along the way

In riding order from the start of the route line. Numbers match the map. Distances show how far along the route each stop is.

1. 1
   

   St. Ann's Academy and Auditorium National Historic Site

   Historic site · 0.1 km from start

   Historic convent school with heritage buildings and landscaped grounds.

   835 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC V8V 9V1

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2. 2

   The Moss Lady

   Public art · 1.1 km from start

   A quirky moss-covered sculpture that's become a local favourite.

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3. 3
   

   Beacon Hill Children's Farm

   Family · 1.4 km from start

   Petting farm with goats, alpacas and other friendly animals inside Beacon Hill Park.

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4. 4

   Beacon Hill Totem Pole

   Landmark · 1.7 km from start

   Towering totem pole in Beacon Hill Park, one of the tallest in the world.

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5. 5
   

   Clover Point

   Lookout · 3.1 km from start

   Windswept oceanfront point popular for kite flying and whale spotting.

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6. 6
   

   Ross Bay Cemetery

   Historic site · 4.3 km from start

   Historic seaside cemetery, resting place of many early BC figures including Emily Carr.

   1495 Fairfield Road

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7. 7
   

   Craigdarroch Castle

   Museum · 6.5 km from start

   Victorian-era mansion built for a coal baron, now a museum.

   1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria, BC V8S 3L5

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8. 8
   

   Government House

   Historic site · 7.2 km from start

   Official residence of BC's Lieutenant Governor, with public gardens.

   1401 Rockland Avenue, V8S 1V9

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Victoria 2 Hour Tour?

It is about 10.6 km (6.6 mi) measured along the route line. Allow roughly 45 min of riding time, plus extra for each stop.

Can I do this tour on a regular bike or an e-bike?

Yes. It follows bike lanes, bikeways and multi-use trails, so regular bikes and e-bikes both work. An e-bike takes the effort out of hills and headwinds, especially on longer routes.

Is this route safe for visitors?

Much of Victoria's network is built to be comfortable for new and casual riders, but no ride is risk free. Wear a helmet (required by BC law), use lights after dusk, slow down on shared paths and in crowded areas such as the Inner Harbour.

Where does the route go?

It passes St. Ann's Academy and Auditorium National Historic Site, The Moss Lady, Beacon Hill Children's Farm, Beacon Hill Totem Pole, Clover Point, Ross Bay Cemetery and 2 more stops.

More self guided tours

• Seaside Touring Route

  Scenic waterfront riding along Victoria's coastline. About 27 km.

• Victoria Cherry Blossom Route

  A pretty ride through neighbourhoods known for spring cherry blossoms. About 12 km.

• Great Victoria Sights Tour (3–4 hours)

  The full tour of Victoria's top sights, about 3 to 4 hours. About 21 km.

• Sidney Lunch Run

  Ride up to Sidney for lunch and a wander, then head back. About 29 km each way.

• Thetis Lake and Hatley Park Cycle

  A fun long ride out to the west shore and back, about 33 km (around 2 h 20 min riding without stops). It heads west from the city centre through Saanich and View Royal toward Hatley Park, home of Hatley Castle at Royal Roads University, then loops back. Take your time at the stops and bring water.

• Inner Harbour and Old Town Walking Tour

  A compact downtown walk from the Inner Harbour past the Legislature and heritage buildings, then into Bastion Square, Market Square and Fan Tan Alley. Walk it in either direction and drop in anywhere that looks interesting.

• Cruise Ship City Walk

  A self-guided walk from the Ogden Point cruise terminal into downtown Victoria. Stroll past Fisherman’s Wharf and the Inner Harbour, then wander Old Town and Chinatown along Government Street, finishing at Munro’s Books.

Distances are approximate. Stops are hand-picked places along each route. Photo credits: see each place's Wikipedia page.