Welcome to the BC Museum of Mining

At the Museum, there are plenty of activities for all ages to enjoy from an underground train ride to gold panning on site.

• Take a look at the top 10 things to do
• Hours and rates
• We're located on the beautiful Sea to Sky Highway
• From free parking to a well-stocked gift shop, we have several amenities on site
• Look for ongoing and new exhibits
• Learn about the exciting Britannia Project
  
  

What you need to know for your underground exploration:

• Dress warmly or bring a sweater - it's cool in the underground!
• We recommend comfortable shoes to explore the grounds and the underground to it's full potential
• There's fun and loud noises in the underground
• Allow for 1 - 1 1/2 hours to get the full experience and see all there is to see at the museum.

Here's what some of our guests have to say about their experience:

"I loved it! It was so cool to go underground and see all the minerals and what miners experienced"
F Grower, Abbotsford

"The train ride was my favourite part. I was a little scared inside the tunnel but it was REALLY fun!"
A. Smithers, Calgary

"I loved seeing all the historic buildings. The view inside the Mill building is incredible. We'll be back."
Frank Bernstein, Vancouver

"My grandfather worked in this mine so it was a treat so see where he lived. The guide's stories about the Mill and pioneering life were well told and brought to mind what life was like"
Brian C., Toronto