British Columbia

GUIDED WALKING TOURS OF VICTORIA, BC

There is a lot to see and do in Victoria, including colourful characters and fascinating stories, history & nature.  Here are some guided tours that are fun, interesting and can even revive your body and spirit! Please click on the provided links or contact these companies by phone or email directly for more information.  

WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE INJURED OR SICK WHILE VISITING

If you become sick or injured while visiting Victoria:  Either call 911 (for an emergency) or go to one of the hospitals or clinics listed below: **Non-residents of British Columbia see below for information and costs for medical care in Victoria There are 2 hospitals in the Greater Victoria area. 1) Victoria General Hospital, 1

THE GULF ISLANDS, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Just a short ferry ride from Victoria is a series of small islands called the 'Canadian Gulf Islands'. For something very different and memorable, take a ferry ride to one of the many Gulf Islands. Ferry service is daily through BC Ferries and most leave from the ferry terminal at Swartz Bay (Sidney) . For

DUNCAN AND CHEMAINUS, VANCOUVER ISLAND

A Driving Tour from Victoria To Duncan and Chemainus, BC If you're looking for other things to do within a day's drive from Victoria, consider driving up the famous 'Malahat' (Highway #1 North) with it's spectacular scenery.   Be sure to stop at the viewpoint at the top ... just beautiful! Whippletree Junction Along

LIQUOR/ALCOHOL LAWS IN VICTORIA, BC

Liquor laws in British Columbia The legal drinking age in B.C. is 19 years. What is the definition of liquor? In B.C., liquor is defined as beer, wine, or spirits, or any other product intended for human consumption, that contains more than 1% alcohol by volume.  Some products such as cooking wine and liquor-filled chocolates can be

BEACON HILL PARK

Victoria is a city of parks.  We have literally dozens of them!  One of the most popular parks is right downtown and has something for everyone - Beacon Hill Park. February in Beacon Hill Park Map of Beacon Hill Park This 62 acre park in downtown Victoria features trails, a petting

WALKING AROUND DOWNTOWN VICTORIA, BC

Victoria is a great place for walking. Long walks or short ... there is something for everyone! These are some suggestions for leisurely strolls in/around downtown.  Please see post under 'further afield for more walks/hikes/trails out-of-town.  All of these walks are level and paved - all suitable for wheelchair. Beacon Hill Park 1. 

THE BUTCHART GARDENS

No visit to Victoria would be complete without a visit to the world renowned Butchart Gardens! No matter if you're not ga-ga for gardens, Butchart Gardens is an amazing place nonetheless! And, it doesn't matter the season, whether spring, summer wall or even winter there is always something special to see! The Sunken Gardens

SHOPPING FOR GROCERIES IN VICTORIA,BC

Being a fairly large city, there are many options for grocery shopping in Victoria. We try to 'shop local' for as much as we can so I'll list the local stores first, and try to keep locations near downtown as much as possible.  Country Grocer - Multiple Locations - including: (Esquimalt) - 1153 Esquimalt Rd.,