Museum

Royal BC Museum

Victoria, BC

First Peoples GalleryReplica historic village and model shipsTootem poles on the east lawnRotating special exhibitions and IMAX

About Royal BC Museum

The Royal BC Museum anchors Victoria’s cultural scene with comprehensive exhibits on provincial natural history, Indigenous cultures and colonial-era settlements. Its permanent galleries combine life-sized dioramas, interactive displays and artifacts that trace thousands of years of human and ecological stories. Visitors particularly praise the museum’s historic village replica, detailed model ships and thoughtful First Nations exhibits, though some note periodic changes to exhibit layout. The museum’s location beside the Inner Harbour and adjacent to historic totem poles makes it easy to combine with nearby Parliament and waterfront walking routes.

Things to Do

Explore First Peoples galleries

Explore First Peoples galleries

Walk through natural history dioramas

Walk through natural history dioramas

Visit temporary special exhibits

Visit temporary special exhibits

Attend guided tours and talks

Attend guided tours and talks

See outdoor totem poles on the museum lawn

See outdoor totem poles on the museum lawn

Use interactive family and kids' exhibits

Use interactive family and kids' exhibits

Explore permanent galleries (natural history, First Peoples, modern BC)

Explore permanent galleries (natural history, First Peoples, modern BC)

See special rotating exhibits and IMAX screenings

See special rotating exhibits and IMAX screenings

Food & Dining

Red Fish Blue Fishseafood_restaurant

Red Fish Blue Fish

Dockside seafood restaurant known for its creative, hand-roll-style tacos. Open seasonally.

II Terrazzoitalian_restaurant

II Terrazzo

Intimate, candlelit Italian nook with brick fireplaces, patio seating & a notable wine list.

Boom + Batten Restaurant & Caferestaurant

Boom + Batten Restaurant & Cafe

Stylish upscale restaurant on the waterfront plating Pacific coast inspired fish & meat dishes.

Blue Fox Caferestaurant

Blue Fox Cafe

Vibrant, colourful cafe known for all-day breakfast & imaginative takes on Canadian comfort food.

Pagliacci'srestaurant

Pagliacci's

Pasta dishes & other Italian staples served at this stalwart eatery with kitschy decor & live music.

Jam Cafecafe

Jam Cafe

All-day breakfast, including eggs Benedict & pancakes, plus updated comfort food amid rustic decor.

CRAFT Beer Market Victoria Harbourbar

CRAFT Beer Market Victoria Harbour

Tim Hortonscoffee_shop

Tim Hortons

Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.