Perched gracefully on the southern tip of Victoria, this coastal gem feels like a love letter to old-world charm and Pacific Northwest beauty.
Founded in 1843 as a Hudson’s Bay Company trading post and later named for Queen Victoria, the city still carries a distinctly British flair—afternoon tea, manicured gardens, and stately architecture—yet it hums with modern West Coast creativity.
Stroll the Inner Harbour where street performers entertain against a backdrop of seaplanes and sailboats, and the iconic Fairmont Empress presides like royalty over the waterfront.
Wander through the grand halls of the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, then lose yourself in the floral wonderland of Butchart Gardens—a former limestone quarry transformed into one of the most breathtaking gardens in the world.
But Victoria isn’t just pretty—it’s delicious. Food lovers flock here for ultra-fresh seafood pulled straight from Pacific waters, Dungeness crab that tastes like the ocean breeze itself, and inventive farm-to-table cuisine shaped by Vancouver Island’s rich agricultural landscape.
Reserve a table at Il Terrazzo for candlelit Italian in a tucked-away courtyard, savor refined West Coast flavors at 10 Acres Bistro, or grab globally inspired tapas at Tapa Bar overlooking Bastion Square.
Between craft breweries, artisan chocolate shops, bustling markets, and cozy cafés perfect for lingering conversations, Victoria feeds both your appetite and your soul. It’s the kind of place where history, harbor views, and handmade pasta coexist beautifully—and where one visit quietly turns into a plan to return.
Use this link to find activities in and around Victoria, British Columbia
Suggested activities:
Whale Watching
Fan Tan Alley (Victoria's China Town Historic District)
Trounce Alley
Food and Wine Tours
Horse Drawn Carriage Tours
Ready to experience Victoria? Request a customized quote for these stunning hotels — or let’s craft the perfect accommodation just for you.
Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites
Hotel Amenities include: Free area shuttle, Breakfast for a fee, free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant, hot tub on site. Near Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf, centrally located downtown with many attractions in walking distance.
Hotel Amenities Include: Buffet breakfast included, Free Wifi, Balcony, Located close to Royal BC Museum, Parliament building and Victoria Harbour with other attractions in walking distance. Approx 30 min drive from airport.
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
Hotel Amenities include: Furnished Balcony, Water view, Free Wifi, separate sitting and dining area in suite, 2 bedrooms, either 2 king beds or 4 queen beds
On Waterfront, near Downtown and many attractions within walking distance, approx 30 min drive from airport
Hotel Amenities: Free Breakfast, Free WiFi, 2 restaurants, may need short ride to downtown area, 30 min drive from airport.
Located near the beach, Huntingdon Hotel and Suites is in Inner Harbour, a walkable area in Victoria with great shopping. Butchart Gardens is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour are worth checking out. Royal BC Museum and Thunderbird Park are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like whale-watching. Guests love the hotel's central location.
Hotel Amenities: Free WiFi, Beautiful Outdoor space, balcony or patio, coffee shop and restaurant on-site, indoor pool/hot tub, free bicycle rentals, boat tours, kayaking, whale watching, winery tours nearby, sandy beach nearby, full service spa.
Located in Downtown Victoria, a neighborhood in Victoria, The Parkside Hotel & Spa is near the airport and near the beach. Butchart Gardens is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre or Royal Athletic Park. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and ecotours nearby.
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