Destination Greater Victoria

Victoria is a city unlike any other. With boutique hotels fit for a queen, world-class attractions, and fresh farm-to-table dining that’s measured on a scale of meters not miles.

Destination Greater Victoria

Victoria is a city unlike any other. With boutique hotels fit for a queen, world-class attractions, and fresh farm-to-table dining that’s measured on a scale of meters not miles.

Follow your own path and wander down some of Victoria’s as you uncover Great Victoria. Victoria is a true one-of-a-kind land on the Pacific Coast. Surrounded by water and full of adventure, Victoria finds itself nestled between the tranquil waters of the Salish Sea and the mighty coastal rainforests of Vancouver Island. On your next adventure, explore greater.

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Get to know Greater Victoria

Pack a sense of discovery and let your curiosity lead.

The Victoria Inner Harbour

Beginning as an important harvesting and gathering place for the region’s First Nations…

The Garden City

Whether meandering through the photogenic sunken garden at the Historic Butchart…

Beaches and Lakes

Surrounded by the sea is a perfect place to be. With a vast network of bays, coves…

Open-hearted, open-minded,

and wide open spaces await.

Open-hearted, open-minded,

and wide open spaces await.

Where land meets sea & cultures converge

Looking for an escape from the everyday? Uncover a land of stunning natural beauty that’s yearning to be explored.

Where land meets sea & cultures converge

Looking for an escape from the everyday? Uncover a land of stunning natural beauty that’s yearning to be explored.

The waters alongside Victoria are rich in biodiversity. Perhaps most well-known is the population of southern resident killer whales that call the Salish Sea home. However, transient orcas, humpback whales, seals, otters, and more can also be spotted in these waters. Witness Vancouver Island’s wildlife first-hand with the help of local whale and wildlife watching companies.

Victoria, B.C. is ideally nestled in a micro-climate that sees far less precipitation than its West Coast neighbors and has the mildest median temperature in Canada. This means when you visit Victoria, don’t expect a Canadian tundra. You’ll be able to explore Victoria’s lush landscape, secret waterfalls, year-round blooms, mountains and unique natural treasures, 365 days a year.

Greater Victoria and the surrounding area have no shortage of landscapes to discover. Visitors can explore complex micro-ecosystems within tide pools at Botanical Beach, watch the salmon swim upstream at Goldstream Provincial Park, or see where land meets sea in spectacular fashion in East Sooke Park.

Greater Victoria is a Biosphere Certified destination! What does that mean? Travelers around the globe are seeking out sustainable and eco-friendly travel options that match their values. The Responsible Tourism Institute’s Biosphere certification is a guarantee of environmental, economic, and socio-cultural balance that meets the needs of modern travelers.

From January through May, streets in Victoria are transformed into tunnels of pink and white as cherry blossoms burst forth. In summer visitors can enjoy the beauty of Beacon Hill Park, where vibrant flower baskets from lampposts throughout the park. Victoria is also home to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre garden that is a must-see when visiting.

Victoria combines the best of land and sea to create a perfect island playground for adventurous outdoor enthusiasts. A year-round temperate climate, rugged west coast shores and mountains, lush rainforest canopy and pacific breezes offer a natural environment tailor made for everything from hiking, cycling, and kayaking, to diving, fishing, picnicking and even ziplining above the treetops.

Easily explorable. Endlessly entertaining.

There’s nothing to stop you from making Greater Victoria your next great adventure.

Rich History

Victoria’s rugged and pristine wilderness was first home to First Nations people and today retains deep ties to Indigenous culture. Between coal barons building West Coast castles, the oldest Chinatown in Canada, gardens built by royalty, afternoon tea and more, Victoria has stories best recounted in person.

Culinary

Greater Victoria’s enviable climate allows Islanders to grow, harvest, forage and prepare local dishes far beyond the typical growing season experienced by the rest of Canada. Many restaurants have embraced the farm-to-table movement and are offering up some incredible dishes. Homage is paid to Victoria’s diverse heritage through the fulfillment of traditions like afternoon tea.

Accessibility

Greater Victoria welcomes visitors of all abilities to experience our one-of-a-kind land on the Pacific coast. Victoria is home to accessible dining, accommodations and attractions that offer an unforgettable and safe experience for your next visit to the Garden City.

Charm

From age-old traditions such as horse-drawn carriages to classic architecture illuminated at dusk by thousands of lights, Victoria has an undeniable charm. Perhaps just as charming as the city itself, are the locals. Victoria was named the #1 small city in the world!

Wellness

After a day of experiencing the area’s many sights, take the time to unwind. Let yourself be pampered in one of several spas, many of which incorporate island elements into their treatments, where you’ll leave looking and feeling fantastic.

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Eat and drink your way through Victoria, Canada’s best fine dining restaurants and wineries.

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