Craigdarroch Castle
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Rising 87 stairs up through the 4 1/2 stories, there are 39 rooms, most of which are furnished lavishly in the 1890s–1900s period. With over 20,000 square feet of space, the house and gardens are being restored exactly as they were originally built, and you will find artisans working on restorations most days. Step back in time and experience the life and times of the very rich and famous. To tour the Castle, you can park on the Castle lot or on the street where indicated. You enter through the old coach entrance, pay your admission fee, clean your shoes and are then provided with a floor map, family history and introduction as to how to proceed. Tours are self-guided, so you can stop where you want. It should take you 45 minutes to an hour to tour through the Castle. It is an easy climb up the 87 stairs, stopping on all of the four floors to tour the various rooms and then to the Tower for a panoramic view of Victoria, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the snow capped Olympic Mountains. There are volunteer docents (information providers) available throughout the Castle. If you have any questions, ask someone with a badge and they will be happy to assist you. |
An easy eight minute drive from the inner harbour, up Fort
Street, right on Joan Crescent. Parking is available. Walking A 40-45 minute walk from the inner harbour, up Fort Street, along Antique Row and various interesting shops and sights. Taxi Fast and convenient, and if you show your taxi receipt at the door, we will give you one dollar off the admission price of each member of your party. Bus Tours Various tour buses offer city tours which include the Castle. Contact Tourism Victoria Information Centre: (250) 953-2033. Local Transit Routes 11 and 14 will drop you off at the foot of Joan Crescent, a two minute walk to the Castle's doorstep. |
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