Sightseeing

Thunderbird Park

📍 675 Belleville Street (corner of Belleville & Douglas Streets), Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Victoria
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: 30-60 minutes
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours year-round, free entry
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free
Address: 675 Belleville Street (corner of Belleville & Douglas Streets), Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Coordinates: 48.4198, -123.3667

Introduction

Thunderbird Park is located beside the Inner Harbour in Victoria, British Columbia. Established in 1941, it is one of the finest outdoor collections of Indigenous totem poles in North America. The park displays about 20 towering totem poles and large carved works representing the artistic traditions of British Columbia's Gitxsan, Haida and Kwakwaka'wakw Indigenous peoples, and is named after the legendary Thunderbird. The park also features Wawadit'ta, a traditional longhouse built in 1953 by the renowned Indigenous artist Mungo Martin, adjacent to the Royal BC Museum.

✨ Highlights

About 20 Indigenous totem poles and large carvings representing Gitxsan, Haida and Kwakwaka'wakw artistic traditions

At Thunderbird Park, About 20 Indigenous totem poles and large carvings representing Gitxsan, Haida and Kwakwaka'wakw artistic traditions is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Wawadit'ta, a traditional longhouse built by Mungo Martin in 1953

At Thunderbird Park, Wawadit'ta, a traditional longhouse built by Mungo Martin in 1953 is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

An outdoor Indigenous cultural display space open around the clock and free of charge

At Thunderbird Park, An outdoor Indigenous cultural display space open around the clock and free of charge is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Adjacent to the Royal BC Museum, can be visited together with the museum and Helmcken House

At Thunderbird Park, Adjacent to the Royal BC Museum, can be visited together with the museum and Helmcken House is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Opening Hours：Open 24 hours year-round, free entry

→Transportation：Located beside Victoria's Inner Harbour, reachable on foot; adjacent to the Royal BC Museum and about a 5-minute walk from the BC Parliament Buildings; multiple city bus routes serve the area

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open 24 hours year-round, free entry; admission: Free.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Thunderbird Park?

Open 24 hours year-round, free entry

How much is the admission for Thunderbird Park?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Thunderbird Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open 24 hours year-round, free entry; admission: Free. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.