Tour Information
The maximum number for each tour is 35 students and 5 adults. Larger groups will need to book multiple tours.
Plan to spend approximately one hour for a guided tour, or 1.5 hours if you will also be observing debates.
School groups must arrive at the school entrance (see map below), which is located at the back of the Parliament Buildings.
Please read the following information sheets for helpful tips and important information for your visit:
Observing Debates
School groups may be allotted 20 minutes in the Public Gallery to observe debates when the Legislative Assembly is meeting (see the Parliamentary Calendar here).
- Make sure you book using the 'Tour with Gallery' option if you wish to observe debates as part of your visit.
Events are often held inside the Parliament Buildings on days when the Legislative Assembly is meeting. As a result of these events, some of the rooms that are normally included on the
guided tour will be closed.
Members of the Legislative Assembly
We will notify your school’s MLA of your visit and invite them to meet with your class during the tour. MLAs have busy schedules so we cannot guarantee their availability. Consider inviting the MLA to visit your classroom before or after your visit.
Tour Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email once your request has been processed. Please review to make sure the details of your visit are correct.
Important Information
Tour times, tour routes and the Parliamentary schedule are subject to change without notice.
Tours may be cancelled at any time due to events on the Legislative Precinct
In case of an emergency, our Protective Services Staff will provide instructions on what to do. They are also trained in first aid and can assist in cases of medical emergency.
Contact the Tour Office at 250.387.9243 or
tours@leg.bc.ca if you have any questions.