Welcome to the Parliament Buildings, home to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia where elected representatives – called Members of the Legislative Assembly or MLAs – meet to shape the future of the province by debating and passing the laws that govern British Columbia.

The Parliament Buildings and surrounding areas are located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen-speaking (pronounced Le-KWUNG-en) peoples. Now known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, these Coast Salish people have a rich culture and history dating back thousands of years.

Hours of Operation

The Parliament Buildings are open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, for free guided tours and self-guided tours. The Parliament Buildings are closed on weekends and holidays. 

Guided Tours

Guided tours of the Parliament Buildings are free and last approximately 40 minutes.

To join a guided tour, plan to arrive 10 - 15 minutes early to allow for time to pass through security screening at the Main Entrance. Advanced registration is not required.

Please see the public tour schedule for the weekly tour times.

Self-Guided Tours 

Visitors are welcome to take their own self-guided tour at any time between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays), year-round.

Self-guided tour books are available in a variety of languages at the Tour Desk.

School Tours and Programs

Tours and programs for school groups can be booked online. Please visit our School Tours page.

Group Tours 

Groups of 15 or more people can book a free guided tour on our online booking page.

Please click here for information on the other programs and services available to visitors.