Britannia Mine Museum

This page is a go-to-hub for tour and travel resellers of the Britannia Mine Museum.

A Must-Stop on the Sea to Sky Corridor

Ideal for motorcoach tours, student groups, FITs, and multigenerational travellers, the Britannia Mine Museum offers a seamless, enriching stop between Vancouver and Whistler. Our experienced staff are experts at welcoming groups of all sizes, with flexible scheduling, ample parking for buses, and customizable options to fit your itinerary.

Pre-booking is highly recommended due to capacity restrictions on the train.

Just North of Vancouver and South of Squamish

Conveniently located just 45 minutes north of Vancouver and 15 minutes south of Squamish, near the Sea to Sky Gondola, along the breathtaking Sea to Sky Highway (Highway 99)—the main route to Whistler.

Discover the Best of the Britannia Mine Museum!

Ready for an adventure like no other? Head over to our What to See and Do page to explore all the exciting exhibits and immersive experiences waiting for you! From underground mine tours to explosive multi-sensory shows, there’s something for everyone. Below are just a few of the highlights that make a visit to our museum unforgettable.

Underground Tour

Go underground aboard our train into an early haulage tunnel. Inside, discover what it took to be a miner including demonstrations of actual working drills.

Award Winning BOOM! Show

Immerse yourself in the award-winning, multi-sensory experience of BOOM! as it brings all 20-storeys back to life!, sharing the Mill's captivating story and its thunderous roar.

Strike it Rich!

Strike it rich at our Gold Panning Pavilion—every gem and nugget is yours to keep!

Product Descriptions and Image Gallery

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Image Gallery and Product Descriptions

FAM Tours

We welcome the opportunity for the travel industry to experience the Britannia Mine Museum through Familiarization (FAM) Tours. Please book your visit in advance.

To arrange a FAM tour please click below or contact our sales team at sales@bcmm.ca 

Yes, we are open year round, closing only on Christmas Day and New Year's Day, and select days for filming or private events.

We have a large parking lot with large spaces for RV's and buses. Parking is free.

The Britannia Mine Museum is accessible other than the underground tour. There are 48 steps to access the train pavilion to the underground.

Service dogs are permitted at the Sea to Sky Gondola.

Contacts

For more information, marketing assets to support your sales efforts, familiarization tour reservations and 2026 Net Rates, contact our sales team at sales@bcmm.ca or 604.896.2233 ext. 228

For 2025 general Admission rates visit Plan Your Visit