Plan My Trip: Victoria, B.C.

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1. Brian

   July 21, 2009, 4:51 pm

   Well as a Former Victoria Native I have a few recommendations:
   check out beacon hill park; (There is a fantastic petting zoo in the park that is so much fun!)
   another great thing to do is the butterfly gardens which is absolutely awesome experience.
   http://attractions.uptake.com/british_columbia/central_saanich/victoria_butterfly_gardens_8024224.html
   if you want to get fancy check-out high tea at the empress (especially fun on Sundays)
   http://hotels.uptake.com/british_columbia/victoria/the_fairmont_empress_15178769.html
   My favorite place to eat breakfast is called “floyds diner” nothing beats breakfast there. Get the “Mahoney” and totally “flip for it” trust me – it’s too fun to pass up.

2. Event Reisen

   July 22, 2009, 5:22 am

   Victoria and Vancouver Island are home to numerous art galleries, exhibits and studios. So,don’t forget to visit British museum. It celebrates the objects that define world culture till 30th September.There are more than 300 artifacts from the renowned British Museum collection, including a 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy, a shield from the Bronze Age.

3. jkiel

   July 22, 2009, 12:47 pm

   We had great fish-n-chips at fisherman’s wharf – Barb’s was the walk-up place, various types of fish to choose from, and about as fresh as I’ve ever had.
   The British Museum was great, and the Emily Carr house is interesting as well.
   Don’t forget to check out the wineries, there are some yummy wines produced there now!

4. Bob McIntosh

   July 22, 2009, 5:08 pm

   I hope you’ll find the suggestions in my blog helpful. Enjoy your visit:
   http://visit-victoria.blogspot.com

5. Marilyn

   July 22, 2009, 5:48 pm

   From Priceline bidding strategist Don Nadeau via Twitter @donnadeau (Thank you Don!):
   Because time limited, 1.5 hr Grand City Grey Line Tour : http://www.graylinewest.com
   Beautiful shore drive, Beacon Hill Park, palm trees!
   After tour, walk to 913 Government St: Roger’s Chocolates, a Victoria institution. Have visited Victoria many times & never can resist.
   http://www.rogerschocolates.com/
   Highly recommend return visit to Butchart Gardens. Better than ever. Can do as Grey Line tour. http://www.butchartgardens.com

6. Carmena Consulting

   July 22, 2009, 6:33 pm

   As people are saying, there is alot to do. I really enjoy
   - feeding the harbour seals at the Oak Bay Marina (you an buy the herring inside the little marina shop on site),
   - rent a scooter and drive around downtown as it’s amazing what you can see from that perspective,
   - instead of walking to Barb’s on Fisherman’s Wharf, take the harbour ferry to Fisherman’s Wharf, eat some yummy fish then get some ice cream before taking the ferry back
   -drinking fishbowls on the deck of Milestone’s restaurant overlooking the inner harbour is quite fun
   - then there is my favourite, go to Market Square and eat some Fat Phege’s Fudge!! It is the absolutely best fudge ever!! While there make yourself a beaded necklace memento at Bead World.
   Have a great time in Victoria! I have traveled the world and still think Victoria is the best place to live.
   Janis
   http://carmenaconsulting.com

7. Marri

   July 22, 2009, 6:34 pm

   Be sure to spend some time strolling up and down Cook and Johnson streets, they’re chok full of nice little places to eat, and boutiques.

8. Marilyn

   July 22, 2009, 6:52 pm

   Another tip from Janis at Carmen Consulting via Twitter @lacouvee:
   short walk along WestSong Walkway (just over Johnson St bridge) – stop at Spinnakers BrewPub for food http://bit.ly/1WhF2n

9. Jeannette

   July 23, 2009, 10:40 am

   Wow, thanks everyone. The only dilemma I seem to have now is fitting everything into a two-day trip! Should I rent a car to visit other parts of Vancouver Island, or simply explore the area on foot (and public transport)?

10. Bob McIntosh

    July 24, 2009, 12:27 am

    Only two days? My vote is stay in Victoria. You won’t need a car.

11. Hailey Finnigan

    July 30, 2009, 6:58 pm

    I’m one of those strange people who has lived here my whole life! My suggestion, if you’re into the arts would be to go to the artist-run galleries in town. I find it far more exciting to see new art made by young local artists. Give these a try:
    Open Space
    http://www.openspace.ca/web/
    Boucherat Gallery
    http://fantanstudios.com/
    Deluge
    http://www.deluge.ws/
    And PS. The Empress is okay for tea, but really expensive. I’d save my money and have chocolates at Chocolat (on Fort street)

12. J Scott

    September 7, 2009, 10:21 pm

    Please direct this link to any one traveling with children, who will be visiting the greater Victoria area. http://www.childsplay101.com is a free website that contains 2792 activities, camps and lessons for school age kids offered in the entire Greater Victoria area. This is such a wonderful tool for parents.

13. John

    November 8, 2009, 11:51 pm

    Book jet flights at http://www.jetairlines.co.in we are offering latest deals on flights bookings….

14. Jennifer

    Victoria, BC

    May 22, 2011, 5:20 pm

    Thanks for the blog about beautiful Victoria, BC! I’d like to mention a great place to stay for anyone thinking of coming this way for a visit — Dashwood Manor Bed & Breakfast. Dashwood Manor Bed and Breakfast looks out to Victoria’s best ocean and mountain views. This outstanding Vancouver Island heritage bed and breakfast is located along Dallas Road, Victoria’s scenic marine drive, within easy walking distance to downtown Victoria’s Inner Harbour and many major attractions. Enjoy unforgettable ocean views from your guest room in this 1912 English Tudor mansion.

    The owners, Dave & Sharon Layzell, have been meticulously renovating each suite since 2004, and the end result is simply spectacular!

    You can check out their B&B at http://www.dashwoodmanor.com

    Enjoy your visit to beautiful Victoria, BC. It is paradise!

15. jihn

    Victoria

    July 22, 2011, 8:16 am

    For the best things to do from victoria and all around the island check the events page at http://timetravelbc.com/events . Its from the BC heritage association, and is great for info in things to do this summer in Victoria