Craigdarroch Castle (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Craigdarroch Castle?
What makes it 31% Baby-Friendly: Babies may enter free, but parents must carry them; strollers stay in car, no change tables or nursing rooms, and stairs fill the whole route. A short lawn visit is easier than touring inside.
Positives:
- Free on-site parking: Parking lot is included with your admission ticket.
- Flexible baby admission: Children 3 and under enter free with a paying adult.
- Service animals welcome: Certified guide or service dogs may enter at no extra charge.
Challenges:
- No stroller access: Stairs and narrow hallways prevent stroller use; use a front carrier.
- No changing tables: Public restrooms lack baby-changing tables; bring your own mat.
- No elevator: Indoor areas span four floors and 87 stairs—uphill both ways.
What is Craigdarroch Castle?
- A late-19th-century Victorian castle built by coal baron Robert Dunsmuir between 1887 and 1890
- A 39-room mansion showcasing lavish oak woodwork, intricate stained-glass windows and period furnishings
- A designated National Historic Site exemplifying Scottish Baronial architecture in Victoria, BC
What is so special about Craigdarroch Castle for with baby?
- Explore historic Victorian grounds safely with a baby carrier
- Enjoy free on-site parking and no-charge admission for infants
- Use the Visitor Centre for restrooms and quick diaper changes
- Skip indoor stairs with a virtual tour or brief outdoor picnic
Note: Craigdarroch Castle is 31% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Victoria for a more suitable experience.
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