When is Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site open?
Mon–Thu closed; Fri–Sun 10 AM–4 PM. Hours checked on 1 November 2026.
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MuseumSteveston Village
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
- 4.61.7k reviews
- Free
- Open now · till 4 pm
Riverfront heritage site with historic boatyards, workers’ homes and exhibits about Steveston’s fishing communities.
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Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site in short
When is the best time to visit Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Go near sunset for the light. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site indoors or outdoors?
Both indoors and outdoors: partly covered, so it works in light rain.
Is Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site?
About 1.5 hours.
Where is Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site?
5180 Westwater Dr, Richmond, BC V7E 6P3.
Is Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking.
Status, rating and hours checked on 1 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
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Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
Nearly as good as its best, 2 pm.
In its favour
- Open till 4 pm
- Best in the afternoon
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Best time to go
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 4 pm- monday
- Closed
- tuesday
- Closed
- wednesday
- Closed
- thursday
- Closed
- friday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- saturday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- sundayToday
- 10 AM–4 PM
Hours checked 1 Nov
Where and how
- 1 Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
- 2 Murakami House · 1 min
- 3 Steveston Community Park · 15 min
- 4 Steveston Harbour · 18 min
Good to know
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 1.5 h
- Step-free entrance
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.6from 1.7k reviews
Known for
- Heritage buildings
- Maritime history
- Waterfront boardwalk
- Murakami House
What people say
- People like:
- Free admission, historical exhibits and the waterfront boardwalk feature prominently.
Around Steveston Village
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a jacket.
JacketThe whole time