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Address: 560 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6
One of Victoria's best shopping spots has a history of its own. Built during the late 19th century, this three-level building was where sailors, lumberjacks and whalers went looking for fun on their days off. Now you will find more than 45 shops specializing in everything from exotic teas, to camping goods, to...
Category: Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: 470 Belleville St, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9
The handcrafted wax figures on display were created at Madame Tussaud's in London and shipped to Victoria. From royalty to rogues, some 300 life-size wax figures from England are displayed throughout two floors of exhibits. The most recent arrival to "Royalty Row" is the Golden Jubilee figure of Queen Elizabeth II....
Category: Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: Belleville & Douglas Streets, Victoria, BC
According to Native legend, lightening flashed from the thunderbird's eyes, and thunder rolled when he flapped his wings. Many totem poles are decorated with the thunderbird, and you can view a good selection of old and contemporary poles at Thunderbird Park. Located next to the Royal British Columbia Museum, this...
Great Canadian Casinos View Royal
Category: Attractions - Victoria Attractions & Activities
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?
Category: Attractions - Victoria Attractions & Activities
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...
Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site
Category: Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: 603 Fort Rodd Hill Rd, Victoria, BC V9C 2W8
Fisgard Lighthouse has been in operation since 1860, though the beacon is now automated. Several floors in the restored lighthouse recount the tales of its keepers, and the over 2000 shipwrecks that have given this area its nickname, "The Graveyard of the Pacific." Fort Rodd Hill is so close that the shock from the...
Category: Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: 501 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
Crafted by skilled artisans this historic marvel of stone, marble, mosaic and stained glass was designed by Francis Rattenbury and built in 1898. The Parliament buildings are complete with beautiful grounds, sculptures and fountains. During parliamentary sessions, the public is welcome to sit in the gallery and watch...
Category: Tours and Excursions - Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: 2-145 Niagara St, Victoria, BC V8V 1G1
Victoria is known as the "City of Gardens" and when you see the list of available tours, you'll understand why! Both public and private gardens are included on the guided tours, and some of the types of gardens visited include heritage rose gardens, Japanese gardens and turn-of-the-century gardens. Tours can be...
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Category: Museums - Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: 1040 Moss St, Victoria, BC V8V 4P1
With over 15,000 pieces, this is British Columbia's largest public art collection. Highlights include one of Canada's best Asian art collections complete with an authentic Shinto shrine, and paintings by Victoria-born artist and writer Emily Carr. Youngsters and the young-at-heart will enjoy the king-sized dollhouse.
Category: Museums - Victoria Attractions & Activities
Address: 5071 W Saanich Rd, Dominion Astrophysical Observatory, Victoria, BC V9E 2E7
Amusing name aside, this science center is actually quite interesting and educational. Part of the Herzberg Institute of Astrophysics, the centre features a number of interactive exhibits and a planetarium, and offers special theatre presentations that will engage youngsters as well as their parents. Be sure to check...
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