Britannia Mine Museum General Admission
Overview
Rumble aboard The Underground train as it rolls through an historic mining tunnel. Push up your sleeves at our Gold Panning Pavilion and keep what you find!
Immerse yourself in the award-winning, multi-sensory experience of BOOM! on the breathtaking ground level of the historic Mill No.3 building. Learn about minerals, the copper extraction process and what life was like back in the day as the mill building is brought back to life.
Britannia Mine Museum opens up a little-seen world that fascinates all ages, offering awe-inspiring sights and memorable family experiences. Take a step back in time at this award-winning attraction and National Historic Site.
Located along the scenic Sea to Sky corridor/Hwy99 between Squamish and Vancouver.
What's Included
- Gold Panning "you find it, you claim it!"
- BOOM! A live-action experience in the historic Mill
- Interactive Exhibits and Mineral Gallery
- Panoramic Views
- Guided Underground Mine Tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to or from Vancouver
Meeting Location
Britannia Mine Museum
150 Copper Drive, Britannia Beach V8B1J1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Britannia Mine Museum
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Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please do not visit if you are showing any signs of Covid-19 symptoms
- To access the underground train tour you will need to climb 48 stairs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 45-min guided tours are offered throughout the day (Check website for current hours)
- Please arrive onsite 15 minutes prior to your entry time
- The underground tour is NOT WHEELCHAIR or STROLLER accessible. The rest of our site is.
- We recommend booking your tour time in advance. We cannot guarantee availability unless it is booked in advance.
- Reservations can be made online up to 12 hour prior to a tour time
- The Underground Tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5610GEN
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- Gold Panning "you find it, you claim it!".
- BOOM! A live-action experience in the historic Mill.
- Interactive Exhibits and Mineral Gallery.
- Panoramic Views.
- Guided Underground Mine Tour.
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Transportation to or from Vancouver.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Britannia Mine Museum General Admission is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please do not visit if you are showing any signs of Covid-19 symptoms
- To access the underground train tour you will need to climb 48 stairs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Britannia Mine Museum General Admission will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Gold Panning "you find it, you claim it!"
- BOOM! A live-action experience in the historic Mill
- Interactive Exhibits and Mineral Gallery
- Panoramic Views
- Guided Underground Mine Tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to or from Vancouver
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please do not visit if you are showing any signs of Covid-19 symptoms
- To access the underground train tour you will need to climb 48 stairs
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 45-min guided tours are offered throughout the day (Check website for current hours)
- Please arrive onsite 15 minutes prior to your entry time
- The underground tour is NOT WHEELCHAIR or STROLLER accessible. The rest of our site is.
- We recommend booking your tour time in advance. We cannot guarantee availability unless it is booked in advance.
- Reservations can be made online up to 12 hour prior to a tour time
- The Underground Tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible
