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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.,

ROYAL BC MUSEUM, VICTORIA, BC

A must-do for any visitor to Victoria is a trip to the Royal BC Museum. Located at 675 Belleville St., across from the Provincial Legislature Bldgs., and just down from the Empress Hotel/Convention Centre, the Royal BC Museum is a great way to spend a few hours - or while away an afternoon!  

LIVE THEATRE IN VICTORIA, BC

Victoria has a thriving theatre community.  Here are some of the places you'll find plays & performances: 1.  The Belfry Theatre - 11291 Gladstone, Victoria, BC 2.  Langham Court Theatre - 805 Langham Court, Victoria, BC 3.  The Blue Bridge at the Roxy - 2675 Quadra St., Victoria, BC 4.  Kaleidoscope Theatre - check website