Speciality Museums • Historic Sites
Rockland
Architectural Buildings in Victoria
THE 5 BEST Victoria Architectural Buildings
Architectural Buildings in Victoria
Category types
Types of Attractions
Sights & Landmarks
Sights & Landmarks
Awards
Travellers' Choice Awards winners (including the "Best of the Best" title) are among the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor, according to the reviews and opinions of travellers across the globe.
Traveller rating
Neighbourhoods
Good for
7 places sorted by traveller favourites
- Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
James Bay
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Downtown
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Downtown
Architectural Buildings
What travellers are saying
- TiggersFarmUtOcean Shores, WA103 contributionsVery extensive slice of history. Must see video showing inside of castle. Castle is being restored showing different uses over the years. Note that internet is supposed to be available but supplied password does not work so don't plan on it.Written September 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Patric DSandbach, UK1,028 contributionsIf you are English, this will be very familiar.
Modelled on the British Parliament both in design and in tradition, this is well worth taking the tour.
It is escorted (security) but worth waiting for the tour as you get to see areas that would be off-limits if you walked around by yourself.
Enjoyed it a lotWritten September 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MainetrippinMaine142 contributionsWe went to the beautiful Empress Hotel for High Tea. It was a delightful window into the tradition! Our server knew everything about the teas on offer and was expert at showing us how to brew, how to taste, and how to enjoy the entire tea experience. The scones, delicate tea sandwiches of cucumber, coronation chicken salad, smoked salmon, and French ham & cheese, were perfect. As were the selection of deserts. All of this was accompanied by a live pianist who provided a subtle sound-track to the afternoon.
Our only disappointment was the severe disconnect between the ambiance indicated on the website and reality. When making reservations, it's clearly stated on the website that there is a dress code for High Tea, with prohibitions against hats (except for fascinators or fancy tea hats), athleisurewear, flip-flops, etc. It also says, patrons not meeting the dress code may be "politely declined" entry. I had packed a dress for the occasion, but due to a hiking accident that left my legs bruised and bandaged, I didn't want to wear it, and for four days I scoured stores on our itinerary en route to Victoria to find something appropriate. I had one pair of dressy shoes with me and couldn't find anything to match. I held my breath and put together an outfit from what I'd packed of dress slacks, a nice linen shirt, a scarf, and pretty earrings--desperately hoping we'd still be let in. (We even got a phone message reminding us of our reservation--and of the dress code.)
When we arrived, the couple ahead of us were shown to their table. He was in shorts and a t-shirt. She was in casual pants, with quilted vest, and a baseball cap. They did ask her to remove her cap, but in they went. We looked around and counted three men in hats, two folks in plaid flannel shirts, lots of jeans, and two other pairs of shorts. After all my angst of trying to meet the dress code, turns out, I could have worn a burlap sack.
I'm still glad we dressed up, but we were in the minority. So, is there a dress code or not? And if not, please don't threaten the unsuspecting with being turned away!Written September 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RockiroadsOshawa, Canada1,309 contributionsThe bathroom was open!! After walking and walking we had to go, to the bathroom that is. We wandered through this building. It had some small food places. At the end we followed the signs. To our surprise, the bathroom was 3 flights up of stairs!! Holy crap!! Thank god it was open. We took the elevator down.Written September 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sarah B1 contributionThe style of the building - much like City Hall and Dr. Todd Jones Dental Surgery house on Fort street - are I believe all designed and built by a French architect, Mensard. There is also a house in James Bay on Dallas Road by the Surf Motel that seems to be his work as well.Written July 6, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TravelOften1968Johannesburg, South Africa547 contributionsNice tour of an old historic building. Kids were a bit bored. Good for history buffs and those interested in a bit of a break from tourist attractions.Written January 25, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
