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Address: 1964 Fairfield Rd, Victoria, BC V8S 1H4
In 1946 the exiled Georgian Prince Nicholas Abkhazi and his new wife Marjorie (Peggy) Pemberton-Carter began what would become an ever-evolving landscape masterpiece. The grounds consist of a series of "rooms," each with its own distinct personality: a Rhododendron Woodland Garden, the open space of the South Lawn,...
Address: 800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8
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When the limestone quarry on the Butchart family estate was exhausted, Mrs. Butchart decided a bit of landscaping would spruce up the area. A few years later in 1904, the magnificent Sunken Garden was opened to the public. Since then the family has added a rose garden, an Italian garden and a Japanese garden. More...
Address: 3800 Finnerty Rd, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2
The University of Victoria's amazing collection of rhododendrons is a must see for any amateur gardener or plant lover. There are more than 500 species and hybrids here, many started from seed. The 6-acre site is beautifully landscaped with an additional 1600 trees, bushes and plants. Prime viewing is bloom time in...
Address: 505 Quayle Rd, Horticulture Centre of the Pacific, Victoria, BC V9E 2J7
A registered non-profit organization, the HCP manages acres of demonstration gardens and greenspace in addition to an accredited university, the Pacific Horticulture College. The site is comprised of about 100 acres, but only about five acres are cultivated. Themed gardens include a Children's Garden, drought tolerant...
Great Canadian Casinos View Royal
Address: 1708 Island Hwy, Victoria, BC V9B 1H8
More than 400 slot machines. Numerous games, like roulette, blackjack, poker and mini baccarat. Lots of space (35,000 square feet to be precise). A restaurant, a deli and more than 350 parking spaces. What are you waiting for?
Address: 649 Humboldt St, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Victoria, BC V8W 1A7
If you happen to be in Victoria during one of its rainy spells, this is the ideal attraction to visit. Spend a couple of hours examining dozens of tiny exhibits depicting scenes from all over the globe. You'll visit the Great Canadian Railway, European castles, Olde London Towne of 1670, outer space, the Canadian...
Address: 490 Belleville St, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9
Descend 15 feet to the lower level of this glass-enclosed observatory and you can watch over 5000 species of marine life in their natural habitat. Sharks, eels, starfish, salmon, and "Armstrong" the giant octopus are all visible as they go about their daily business. The upper level features a "petting pool" where you...
Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre
Address: 200 Cowichan Wy, Duncan, BC V9L 6P4
If you're interested in Native American art and culture, you'll definitely want to plan a trip up to Duncan to visit the Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre. On the premises is the Khenipsen Artisan Centre, the largest carving house in the world, where you can watch a totem being carved and even try your hand at creating your...
Address: 631 Courtney St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T7
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Love bugs? This museum has over 30 species of insects and arachnids including live scorpions, tarantulas, beetles and grasshoppers. The tour guides will even let you hold some of the gentler insects on display. After your tour be sure to stop in the gift shop for some honey or, for the brave at heart, edible insect...
Address: 1461 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, Victoria, BC V8M 1R3
Hundreds of colorful butterflies and moths flutter freely through this tropical greenhouse. The Garden provides an identification chart, and then allows visitors to explore on their own. Naturalists are also available to explain butterfly biology, and a display area shows the butterflies emerging from their...
