It
is impossible to visit Victoria and Vancouver Island without touring the
area. By simply arriving here by air or water,
you have already experienced incredible sights and a
unique destination. The spectacular
scenery continues to accompany your travels everywhere you go. gardens ocean drives and mountain lookouts
surround native heritage,
historic buildings and championship golf
courses. Exploring these and other destinations, such
as confirm that you are visiting a special place.
Garden Tour
With the mildest climate in Canada, Victoria is known as the City of
Gardens and
blooms year-round.
The Butchart Gardens
(2 to 3 hours) The gardens are a 30-minute drive from downtown. Take a
self-guided tour of 50 acres of world-famous gardens, including the Sunken
Garden, Japanese Garden, Italian Garden, Star Pond, and elaborate
fountains. Restaurants and a gift shop are on site.
British Tour
Explore Victoria and its British ancestry on a
double-decker bus or on a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride.
Royal London Wax Museum
Located at the Inner Harbour, visit the Royal Family, the Chamber of
Horrors, and more.
Government House
Fifteen acres of exquisite gardens are open to the public for free,
self-guided tours of the grounds of the home of BC's Lieutenant-Governor
For a unique tour, pick a theme like
gardens or British heritage. Depending on your interests, take a tour that
lasts a few hours or a few days. For visitors with more time, venture out
on a day trip to a nearby town or Gulf Island; Victoria offers easy access
to both. Leave your entire holiday to a tour operator and experience the
convenience of having your transportation, accommodation and activities
arranged for you. |
