2025 Market Dates Thursdays in Memorial Park: April 3 - August 28, 4:30 - 7:30 September 5 to 25, 4:30 - 7:00 Thursdays at Esquimalt Recreation: October 2 to December 18, 4:30-7:00pm Mondays in Esquimalt Gorge Park: June 16 to September 1, 4:30-7:30pm September 8 to Sept 22, 4:30-7:00pm Fresh Local Produce. Week after
Right in the heart of the city lies one of the most breath-taking views along with some of the most beautiful trails - that's Mt. Tolmie! I hadn't been there in some time and when I visited recently to research this article I was simply stunned to experience the views! There is an easy drive
One of the best hikes on Vancouver Island is the West Coast Trail. This is not a trail to be taken lightly - it's not a Sunday afternoon type of hike. This is a major expedition that can take anywhere from a few days to over a week to complete - depending on your condition
If the ocean is too cold for you to swim in ... try one of the great public swimming pools in Victoria. Crystal Pool - 2275 Quadra St. Saanich Commonwealth Place - 4636 Elk Lake Dr. Gordon Head Recreation Centre - 4100 Lambrick Way Esquimalt Recreation Centre - 527 Fraser St.
If you'd like to find a park or playground close to you in Victoria ... here's a map. Just click on the location marker and then click the link to the details page!
Lone Tree Hill Regional Park is located in the Highlands of southern Vancouver Island, a municipality of Greater Victoria. It is a small park but the views from the 364 meter (1200') summit are well worth the trip. You will enjoy views of the Malahat, the Highlands, the Gowlland Todd Range, Victoria and the distant
Check out this handy map for locations of the various gardens in and around Victoria. Some are within walking distance of downtown, some require transportation. All are worth a look! Click on the garden you're interested in ... this will give you the link to the page with information and details about each place.
A Hidden Treasure in Plain Sight: A Day at Victoria's Fisherman's Wharf Just a short stroll from the stately elegance of the Inner Harbour, the pace of Victoria changes. Here, past the seaplane terminals and the bustling legislature, lies a destination that feels like a world away: Fisherman's Wharf. Often described as a "hidden treasure,"
Topaz Park is located in the Hillside Quadra neighbourhood between Topaz Avenue and Finlayson Street, along Blanshard Street. It is Victoria's third largest park and includes a variety of sport and community features, including an artificial turf field and a lacrosse box. Park Features Four sport fields - including one artificial turf field Baseball diamonds Lacrosse box Washrooms Dog
When visiting Victoria, a really nice day trip is out to Port Renfrew - there you'll find a wonderful place to explore, particularly at low tide - Botanical Beach. The drive to Botanical Beach is approximately 115 kms (72 miles) and will take you approximately 2 hours. Plan a little more time though, as there
