Itinerary
On this personalized 30-minute horse-drawn carriage tour, explore one of Victoria's oldest and most interesting neighborhoods, James Bay. Known for its charming Victorian-era houses, quaint cafes, and scenic waterfront views, this charming community is a must-see destination for any visitor to Victoria.
Sit back and relax as your friendly and knowledgeable guide takes you on a leisurely tour through the picturesque streets, pointing out notable landmarks and sharing fascinating stories about the area's rich history. Pass Emily Carr's birthplace and learn about the life of this important Canadian figure and her lasting impact on the art world; and see some of the most beautifully preserved Victorian homes in the city.
Each tour is personalized, with the right balance of historical information, local folklore and simple relaxation as you sit back and enjoy the clip-clop of your horse's hooves.
Stop At:
• Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, 501 Belleville St, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1X4 Canada
• Old Town, Victoria, British Columbia Canada
• Carr House, 207 Government St, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 2K8 Canada
See Availability.
469 Belleville St., Victoria, BC V8V 1X3, Canada
30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Tour is priced per carriage
Carriages seat a maximum of 6 people (we suggest a maximum of 4 adults for ultimate comfort)
Not wheelchair accessible
All tours are subject to weather. In the event of inclement weather (ice, snow, high winds), your local tour operator will try to contact you via the information provided, else please call to confirm your reservation.
Stroller accessible
Wheelchair accessible: person must be able to transfer themselves into the carriage
Service animals allowed
Dog friendly (we love them, but please keep them off the seats)
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Skye_P
We had the most incredible experience with our beautiful horse Penny & our lovely guide. Penny had a sassy personality that was adorable & when I asked our guide about the city's haunted history, she was able to tell us some fascinating ghost stories. The weather was perfect but even if it had rained, they were prepared & had a cover for the carriage. We had such a wonderful experience & this ended our visit in Canada perfectly.
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Posted On : 2023-10-11
Posted By : Janet_E
Youngest child very impressed with horse and riding in a horse drawn buggy while looking at all of the town!
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Posted On : 2023-10-03
Posted By : Leo_M
Debbie was an excellent guide and very friendly. Gerry kept the ride smooth. We will definitely repeat the experience.
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Posted On : 2023-09-20
Posted By : Climber17353021219
Kyra was an excellent guide, horses well cared for. Lovely clop through the city. Appreciate that the business is woman owned and operated
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Posted On : 2023-08-02
Posted By : ksufan88
Our cruise ship made only a short stop in Victoria so we booked (several months in advance) a carriage ride around downtown so as to see part of this beautiful city. There were 6 adults along for the carriage ride so we had to squeeze in close together. Our driver pointed out some interesting sights along the route, and we all enjoyed watching and listening to her interactions with the well-trained Clydesdale.
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Posted On : 2023-07-09
Posted By : Katherine_C
Our carriage driver was friendly, capable, and well informed about the history and geography of the area. We had a beautiful, leisurely and informative ride. Samson was eager to please his driver and we enjoyed the banter between horse and driver. The lap throws were a nice touch. All in all, just as advertised! I look forward to doing it again on my next trip to Victoria.
Where can I apply for a job as a driver? (Just kidding!).
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Posted On : 2023-05-12
Posted By : samlusey
This was a great carriage ride. They were dog friendly which was perfect for my little pup who had a blast. The trip was the perfect length and a lot of fun.
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Posted On : 2023-01-01
Posted By : Philip C
Route was dull, driver was not very knowledgeable nor would she take a picture of us. For the cost, they should provide a better tour.
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Posted On : 2022-08-31
Posted By : Swamo
The whole experience lived up to expectation. The reservation and check-in process was easy. The length of the tour was as advertised. The carriage, horse and coachwoman were all fantastic.
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Posted On : 2022-06-25
Posted By : Bubuflu
Tally-Ho runs a fantastic operation staffed by friendly and sweet young ladies who are genuine “horse people” who really care for their horses.
We started our tour at dusk, which provided spectacular views of the harbor as well as the Parliament building adorn with all its lights.
Sophie, Maya, and Annie then toured us around the James Bay neighborhood giving us all sorts of fun stories that really allowed us to appreciate the area. Our horse, Annie often seemed a bit distracted, which only added to the fun on our tour. The entire time the ladies made us feel more like old friends than just patrons.
The woman working the kiosk where we first inquired was equally as nice although I now have forgotten her name.
We really enjoyed our carriage tour and felt that it really added to the fun of our vacation. We have decided that the next time we are in town we will tour with Tally-Ho again.
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Posted On : 2022-06-13
