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
A very popular hiking spot as well as a magnificent view of Victoria can be found at Mt. Doug Park. Mount Douglas Park Mount Douglas Park has something for everyone With year-round activities and experiences, Mount Douglas Park provides inspiration and enjoyment to thousands of visitors each year. At 1.88km2 (188 hectares), the park contains
Wentworth Villa, one of the oldest and most valued residential houses in Victoria, was built in the spring and summer of 1863. Done in Gothic Revival style, the sophistication of the design makes it likely to have been planned by an architect. It is believed that Wright and Sanders, the first architectural firm in Victoria,
Victoria is a beautiful place and walking or driving around can certainly give you a flavor of the city. But sometimes it's nice to get up high and get a larger view! Here's some spots that I love: Mt. Tolmie - Elevation 120 metres Mt. Doug - Elevation 225 metres Mt. Finlayson - Elevation 419
Victoria Public Libraries Need to find a place you can get free wi-fi? Many coffee shops and some restaurants have this available for customers. It's also free in most public libraries without having a library card. Here is a list of Victoria's public libraries: Central Bruce Hutchison 735 Broughton St. Victoria, BC V8W 3H2 Customer
Beckwith Park has many features for the whole family. You can spend the day: Having a picnic. Splashing in the spray park. Playing on the accessible playground. Exploring the trails around Beckwith Pond. This popular park is located on Beckwith Avenue just off Quadra Street. Park Size: 9.0065 ha Classification: Community Park Local Area: North
Victoria has many mountain biking trails - from moderate to challenging. Check out these ideas: WESTIN BEAR MOUNTAIN RESORT Highlands Valley Loop This family-friendly loop is perfect for the intermediate rider to get out and explore nature on a bike. The loop includes incredible west-coast views and a quiet creek crossing offering ample opportunity to
Victoria has many great local coffee shops - some that even roast their own beans! If you're a real coffee lover (I am!) I highly suggest you try some of them first! Here is a list - in alphabetical order (This list is NOT comprehensive ... many more coffee shops ... almost overwhelming!) Also check
If you're a history buff ... or if you're simply interested in the heritage aspects of a place, here's some of our most interesting and entertaining locations: Craigdarroch Castle Location: 1050 Joan Crescent, Victoria, BC Craigdarrach Castle, Craigdarroch Castle is a definitively Victorian experience and a National Historic Site. It is a shining
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