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Explore the University of British Columbia with a student guide. Visit the Museum of Anthropology, see the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, and learn about UBC’s history.

Highlights

• Discover the University of British Columbia with a student guide
• Visit the Museum of Anthropology and see Indigenous art and treasures
• Explore the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, a striking venue
• Learn about UBC’s Nobel laureates, Rhodes Scholars, and notable alumni
• Hear about UBC’s leadership in sustainability and climate research

Description

Meeting Point: Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, Main Entrance (UBC Vancouver Campus) ⸻ Tour Hours: Morning Session: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ⸻ Inclusions: ✓ 1.5-hour student-led walking tour (covering Main Mall, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, Museum of Anthropology, Rose Garden, and more) ✓ 0.5-hour interactive Q&A with current UBC students ⸻ Post-Tour Freedom: After the guided tour, you can explore the UBC Botanical Garden, walk down to Wreck Beach, or enjoy panoramic mountain-and-ocean views from the Rose Garden. ⸻ Tour Overview: Step into the University of British Columbia, founded in 1908 and ranked among the world’s leading universities. Situated on Vancouver’s Point Grey Peninsula, UBC offers a unique blend of coastal beauty, innovative research, and global diversity. Begin at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, a hub of student study and collaboration. Stroll down the Main Mall, lined with modern faculties and historic buildings, leading to the iconic Rose Garden, where ocean and mountain views frame the campus. Visit the world-famous Museum of Anthropology, home to Indigenous art and cultural treasures, and pass by the Beaty Biodiversity Museum, marked by its dramatic blue whale skeleton. Explore the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, a striking venue for music and theatre, and hear about UBC’s leadership in sustainability through green buildings and climate research institutes. Your student guide will share stories about UBC’s Nobel laureates, Rhodes Scholars, and notable alumni—from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Hollywood stars and Olympic athletes. You’ll also learn about student life traditions, from Storm the Wall (a unique relay race) to beach bonfires and cherry blossom festivals across campus. Whether you are passionate about science, arts, global affairs, or the environment, this tour provides an authentic glimpse into UBC—where world-class academics meet breathtaking natural surroundings.

Includes

1.5hr bilingual tour (English/Chinese) 0.5hr at the campus canteen with interaction with current students Intimate group size (max 10 guests)

Important Information

• The tour is conducted on foot, so comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour includes visits to various buildings and outdoor areas, so be prepared for different weather conditions.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund