Victoria Attractions

Butchart Gardens, the jewel of southern Vancouver Island, is six minutes from our home. From summer fireworks to Christmas lighting and entertainment, these gardens are exceptional year-round.

Plan a day whale watching, head out for a round of golf, tour the many scenic areas surrounding Victoria, or take a romantic carriage ride. We would be pleased to help you plan an exciting and memorable trip to Vancouver Island.

Gardens and Major Attractions:

Butchart Gardens
Horticultural Centre of the Pacific
Royal British Columbia Provincial Museum & Imax Theatre
Craigdarroch Castle
Hatley Park
Butterfly Gardens
BC Legislative Buildings
The Dominion Astrophysical Observatory

Day Trips Around the Island:

Witty's Lagoon and Elk Lake/ Beaver Lake Park
Whale Watching
Eco Tours

Golf Courses

Golf Guide for B.C. Courses

Ferries to Vancouver Island

BC Ferries from Vancouver to Victoria
Coho Ferry from Port Angeles
Anacortes Ferry - service from Anacortes, Washington to Sidney (25 minutes north of Victoria)
Victoria Clipper from Seattle - passenger service only

Other Transportation Links

Road Reports throughout B.C.

Vehicle rentals:

Budget Car & Truck Rental - Victoria
Thrifty Car Rental
Avis Car & Truck Rental

Discount Car & Truck Rental

Bus Companies:

Pacific Coach Lines service to Vancouver

Cultural Events & Miscellaneous

Royal Theatre and McPherson Theatre
Victoria Weather
Currency Conversions