Old Victoria Customs House National Historic Site

Mensard's archetectural style?

The style of the building - much like City Hall and Dr. Todd Jones Dental Surgery house on Fort street - are I believe all designed and built by a French architect, Mensard. There is also a house in ...

An Early Symbol of Confederation

The old Victoria Custom House was the last stop on my “tour of the real Victoria.” It, much like the FW Francis Street Clock, is one of those landmarks that the people of Victoria take for granted bec...

Wonder

Beautiful building to note when you are walking around or on the patio of nautical Nellies. I sat at the end of the patio and looked at this building and wondered about the history of it. There is a ...

Another Attractive Old Building

Not worth a special trip, but in the midst of many of Victoria's other attractions. Have a close look at the roof and window treatment - a hint of Holland, perhaps?

Beautiful old building

While you walk around Victoria Harbour you will more than likely come across this beautiful building. One of the best in the city and we'll looked after it's only a 5 minute walk from the Harbour pro...