Craigdarroch Castle
- Address: 1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria
- Hours: Open daily 10:00am - 4:30pm, Extended hours from June 15th to Labor day: 9:00am - 7:00pm
- Admission: CA$13.75
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It’s hard to believe that this opulent Scottish-Gothic fairy-tale castle was built as a family home. Now open to the public, take a tour and pretend you’re in Bonny Scotland.
The four-story turreted castle was built in the late 1880s for Scottish coal millionaire Robert Dunsmuir. He died before the home with its 39 rooms was completed, but his family lived there until 1908.
A self-guided tour of this incredible property reveals its stained-glass and carved balustrades, rooms furnished with period details, and the lookout tower with fabulous views over the city.Latest Reviews
Review by Daniel J, July 2012
Doing what: Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria
It was great!! We really enjoyed the Castle.
Review by CAROL A P, October 2011
Doing what: Craigdarroch Castle Pedicab Tour
Our tour was great! The Pedicab driver/guide was fantastic and so much fun.
Review by John C, USA, July 2011
Doing what: Craigdarroch Castle Pedicab Tour
In addition to a personal tour of Craigdarroch Castle, a visit to the gardens surrounding Government House was spectacular. Walk at your leisure and smell the flowers, see deer, and sample the many herbs growing in the Herb Garden. The guide, Andrew, is most informative and makes sure you enjoy the tour. Highly recommended!!
Practical Info
Craigdarroch Castle is east of the inner harbor, just off Fort Street in the suburbs of Rockland. It’s a short drive or walk, or you can catch a bus.
