Directions to Britannia Mine Museum

Located just 10 minutes south of Squamish on the iconic Sea-to-Sky Highway (Highway 99), Britannia Mine Museum is an easy and scenic stop along the Rainforest to Rockies Route. Our address is 150 Copper Drive, Britannia Beach, BC.

Whether you're driving from Vancouver or Whistler, joining a guided tour, or riding the Squamish Connector, getting to Britannia Mine Museum is simple. Explore all your transportation options below.

From Vancouver, enjoy a beautiful 45-minute drive along the Sea-to-Sky Highway taking in picturesque views of Howe Sound. 10km north of Porteau Cove, you will see the biggest truck you’ve ever seen. Take a right and you’ll find our free parking lot on your right-hand side.

From Whistler, drive 45 minutes south on Highway 99, exploring the cascading viewpoints and mountainous interior. When you pass Squamish, you’ll be just 10 minutes away. As you round the final turn, you will see our iconic white Mill looming over the hillside, take a left at the T-intersection and find a spot in our free parking lot.

Travelling in a RV?

Our parking lot has dedicated RV parking for larger vehicles.

Enjoy a scenic journey along the Sea to Sky Highway and let the Squamish Connector take you directly to the Britannia Mine Museum.

Package includes a return trip from downtown Vancouver and admission to the Britannia Mine Museum.

Choose a departure and return time from the packages listed below. Please note that some packages are only available on weekends.

There are no EV chargers at the museum. The closest are next door, at Britannia Village, which offers 10 EV charging points with different connector types (J1772, CCS1, and CHAdeMO), including a dedicated station for electric buses and commercial vehicles. To find and check the status of these chargers, you can use the PlugShare website or app, which offers filters for network and plug type, as well as crowd-sourced information.

Additional information: Britannia Village

Taking a Taxi/Ride Share to the museum is NOT recommended, as it can be challenging to secure a return ride at the end of your visit.