Victoria Events and Attractions
Victoria, BC, Canada is a friendly
city situated in an incredible natural setting with the Olympic Mountains in the
distance and Victoria Harbour coming right in to the heart of downtown Victoria!
Across the Harbour B & B is literally right across the harbour from downtown!
Whether visiting Butchart Gardens, taking high tea at the Empress or
another of our tea houses, or hopping on a whale watching boat for the day, Victoria
can offer you memories to last a lifetime. Victoria is a year-round tourism destination
that offers a friendly, safe haven for all visitors. Events
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Victoria Attractions Royal
& McPherson Theatres
The Royal Theatre opened in 1913 as a privately
built and operated roadhouse. It has seen many of this century's great performers
on its stage, including Sarah Bernhardt, Carlos Montoya, Mikhail Baryshnikov and
Luciano Pavarotti. The McPherson Playhouse - Proscenium theatre, single balcony
plus two side boxes, conventional seating. Art
Gallery
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is one of Canada's finest
art museums with a permanent collection of 15,000 objets d'art. Gallery information,
exhibition archive, virtual exhibitions, calendar of events, information for educators.
Royal
BC Museum
Renowned for its special exhibits, this is one of the finest
museums in Canada. The Royal BC Museum rewards visitors with a magical journey
through BC's history. Two intriguing floors of exhibits bring the past to life.
Imax
Theatre
National Geographic Theatre adjoins the Royal British Columbia
museum. Six storey high screen with 12,000 watts of digital surround sound. T-Rex
- Back to the Cretaceous; India: Kingdom of the Tiger; Whales; and Jane Goodall's
Wild Chimpanzees are now on at the Imax. Butchart
Gardens
World famous and when you see them you'll understand why.
A must see. There is also the Horticultural Centre of the Pacific, Hatley Castle
Gardens, and Government House Gardens that should not be missed either. Pacific
Opera Victoria
Pacific Opera Victoria is situated in Victoria, BC,
Canada. Featuring some of the most loved operas in the repertoire, this is a season
no one will want to miss. Victoria
Symphony
The Victoria Symphony web site contains information about
the orchestra and Victoria Symphony Society, including concert and event details,
ticket sales, volunteer opportunities, history, and community events. The
Centre of the Universe
The Centre of the Universe is the public interpretative
centre at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Victoria, BC, Canada. Treat
yourself to spectacular views of Victoria and the Cosmos! Langham
Court Theatre
Since 1929 visitors to Langham Court Theatre, Victoria
Theatre Guild have delighted in great performances of the latest drama and comedy.
Point
Ellice House
A Victorian historic home situated on the harbour with
beautiful gardens and tea served on the lawn. Great audio cassette tour. The water
taxi will drop you off at their dock on the harbour. Craigdarroch
Castle
An interesting rags to riches story and incredible architecture.
Emily
Carr House
Explore Emily Carr House, an interpretive site dedicated
to the life and work of one of Canada's most renowned author and painter. Parliament
Buildings
This historic building is well worth a visit. Designed by
Frances Mawson Rattenbury, there are free guided tours of the parliament buildings.
Victoria
Bug Zoo
A very interesting collection of live insects. You will get
the most out of this visit if you wait for the tour. Butterfly
Gardens
Hundreds of incredible butterflies flying free in the indoor
rainforest environment - birds and fish are here too. Fort
Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse
Park-like setting with the oldest
lighthouse on the Pacific coast and great ocean views. Abkhazi
Garden – TLC The Land Conservancy of BC
Interesting garden created
by Prince and Princess Abkhazi. One acre property with Tea House and gift shop.
Horticultural
Centre of the Pacific
Always changing…always growing. Discover
why this is a wonderful place to see gardening at work! Beacon
Hill Park
Our large downtown park is peaceful and romantic. Kids will
enjoy the Petting Zoo. Maritime
Museum
This beautiful small museum will intrigue you if you love the
sea.
B.C.
Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Guide
Recreational Fishing Guide for the
Pacific Region.
Whale Watching or Eco-Tour
Surrounded by water, Vancouver Island is home to Orcas (killer whales) and Gray
whales in transit. Take a 3 hour tour on the ocean with a naturalist aboard. The
Empress Hotel
A Victoria tradition includes having High Tea at one of
our tea houses - perhaps the Empress Hotel, White Heather Tea Room or Butchart
Gardens. You can purchase specialty teas and accessories at The Silk Road, Special
Teas or Murchies. Fish and Chips on the dock
Try Barb's
fish and Chips at Fisherman's Wharf but watch out for cheeky seagulls and seals.
Fishing/Marine Tours
If you love salmon, how about
catching one yourself and having it frozen and shipped home? Scenic
drive - Dallas road, Beach drive and beyond.
You'll love the houses, the
scenery, and the beaches. Watch the wind surfers and para surfing from Clover
Point. City Tour by Double Deckers Bus
Royal Blue Line
Double-Deckers entertain as they educate. Chinatown Victoria
is host to one of the oldest Chinese settled areas in North America. Great shopping.
Fort Street - Antique Row
Antiques, rare books, special
teas, china, art. Government Street Shopping
Not just
souvenirs. Christmas Store, linens, china, Murchies Tea, Munro's Bookstore, Eatons
Centre, woolens, art, kilts, chocolates. More attractions
in and around Victoria:
Cycling
| Kayaking &
Canoeing | Hiking
Trails (around Victoria) | Hiking
Trails (Juan de Fuca) | Scuba
Diving | Saltwater
Fishing | Freshwater
Fishing | Golf
| Parks & Gardens
| Swimming &
Beachcombing | Whale
Watching
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