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Britannia Mine Museum

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USD 30.37

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20 Oct

Mon

21 Oct

Tue

22 Oct

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Britannia Mine Museum: Entry Ticket + Guided Tour

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Highlights

Embark on an underground adventure at the Britannia Mine Museum. Ride a real mine cart and explore a tunnel carved into the rugged rocks of Howe Sound. Learn about British Columbia's rich mining heritage from your expert guide and enjoy interactive history exhibits. This National Historic Site offers a fun, family-friendly, and educational destination that kids and adults alike will treasure. The museum showcases Britannia's fascinating history and chronicles the pioneers of this storied community. Journey through an authentic copper mine on a mine train, learning about mining practices and equipment, as well as British Columbia's rich mining heritage. Pan for real gold and keep whatever you find! Witness the spectacular 'jewel box', displaying a glistening array of minerals and gold. An engrossing feature film encapsulates Britannia's history and geography, while the Company Store offers souvenirs and unique gems. Don't miss 'BOOM!', a thrilling live-action special effects show transporting visitors back in time to the 1920s – when the mine was the largest copper producer in the British Commonwealth.

Take an underground mine train guided tour and experience what it was like to mine for copper throughout the ages

Enjoy views of Howe Sound's breathtaking glacial landscapes, before exploring what was once the largest copper mine in the British Empire

Immerse yourself in the thrilling 'BOOM!' show; a live-action experience in the historic mill

What's included

INCLUDED

Admission to Britannia Mine Museum

Access to interactive and historical exhibits

Up-close viewing of rare & unique gems

Panning for real gold

Underground guided tour in a mine train, 30 minutes

Access to BOOM! Live Show Experience (15 minutes)

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities (optional)

Additional information

Must Know

Only assistance dogs allowed

Under-15s must be with a guardian 18+

Underground is cool year round, a jacket is useful even in summer

Pre Purchase

Kids under 5 get in free

No impaired persons are allowed underground

Usage

Show your smartphone ticket and a valid ID at the entrance

Guided underground tour starts 30 min after your admission time

Late arrivals will be accommodated on the next available tour

Please note: There is no guarantee that you can get in on the same day if you are late

Post Purchase

Closing times may vary. Please check the [schedule](https://www.https://www.britanniaminemuseum.ca/) before visiting

Smoking is not permitted

Photos and videos are personal use only

Hard hats are to be worn at all times underground

During the underground demonstrations, there are short durations of loud noises (ear protection is available)

Please allow extra time to drive to the museum. Weekends and summer days bring lots of traffic to the Sea to Sky Highway

Good To Know

Wheelchair Access: Yes

Guide Languages: English

Advance Arrival Time: 0:15:00

Underground tours:

By BC Mines Act, hardhats are compulsory underground and must be worn at all times. You may need to hold it over the child's head

On busy days, the museum reserves the right to regulate the kids-to-adults ratio of each tour

If you feel you must leave the tour with your child, your guide will tell you when it's appropriate to do so and how to exit the tunnel

No alcohol is permitted underground

Underground tour not suitable for impaired visitors

Short duration of loud noises – parents with infants may choose to skip this portion. Ear protection is available

Warm clothes recommended

Opening Hours

Thursday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Friday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Saturday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Sunday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Monday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Tuesday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Wednesday: Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:30.

Location

Venue

Britannia Mine Museum, 150 Copper Drive, V8B1J1

Meeting Point

150 Copper Drive

Provider

Britannia Mine Museum

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