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Craigdarroch Castle at night in Victoria, BC

Curiosities of Craigdarroch – The After Hours Tour

$35
October 1 - 31
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Throughout October, step beyond the velvet ropes and into the shadows of Victoria’s most iconic mansion with Curiosities of Craigdarroch: The After Hours Tour. Taking place after the castle closes to the public, this intimate 90-minute guided experience explores the darker realities of Victorian life, from mourning traditions and séances to taxidermy and memorial hair art. As you wander the grand halls and hidden corners of Craigdarroch Castle by evening, you’ll uncover haunting stories connected to the Dunsmuir family and gain a fascinating glimpse into how Victorians confronted death, grief, and tragedy. Equal parts history lesson and Halloween experience, this after-hours tour offers a uniquely eerie way to explore one of Victoria’s most beloved heritage landmarks.

Destination Greater Victoria is honoured to be based on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Songhees Nation and Xwsepsum Nation, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.