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The capital of British Columbia, Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, the largest island on the west coast of North America. This beautiful B.C. city of gardens is noted for its spectacular natural surroundings and moderate Mediterranean climate .

Averaging over 2000 hours of sunshine per year, it is the sunniest spot in British Columbia. Along with the neighboring communities of Saanich, Metchosin, and Sooke, the area offers visitors a wealth of experiences from the sublime to the super-natural.

Admire heritage architecture, and historic sites or get to know the colourful characters of Victoria's fascinating past in a unique walking tour. Explore the Art Gallery, Antique Row, and the city's specialty boutiques for glassware, fine china, Irish linens, sinfully wonderful chocolate and unique West Coast art. The Royal B.C. Museum, the illuminated Parliament Buildings and the world-renowned Butchart Gardens are a must see.

The 'Victorian' at heart will want to visit Craigdarroch Castle or enjoy afternoon tea at one of the city's quaint tearooms. As the sun sets behind the western hills lovers stroll along the ocean sea wall serenaded by street musicians. After dinner at one of Victoria's many excellent restaurants, you can attend the theatre, the symphony, or the opera, or take in a movie or go dancing.

Seeking adventure? Southern Vancouver Island offers some of the best whale watching, diving, surfing, salmon fishing, biking and hiking trails on the West Coast.


Local Events

  • Jazzfest International

    Jazzfest international - June 25 - July 4, 2010 "Ten hot days and nights of the coolest music in town." Enjoy over 80 high calibre individual jazz performances taking place in numerous indoor and outdoor venues/stages with over 325 musicians. A series of free admission performances in Centennial Square will also take place during the daytime with ticketed and cover charge performances scheduled in various theatres, clubs and restaurant venues in the evenings. Workshops by visiting musicians as well.

    Jun 25, 2009 thru Jul 04, 2010
    http://jazzvictoria.ca/

  • Moss St. Paint In

    23rd Annual MOss Street paint in - July 17, 2010 One Saturday each year the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria teams up with over 100 professional and emerging artists from Victoria and surrounding areas to turn Moss street into the world's largest outdoor art gallery. Artists display and produce their work on Moss Street between Fort Street and Dallas Road while visitors roam up and down learning and interacting with the artists face to face. The Paint-In is a free and fun-filled community-based art awareness and education event that sees 35,000 visitors and receives support from the City of Victoria.

    Jul 17, 2009 thru Jul 17, 2010
    aggv.bc.ca/Moss+Street.aspx

  • Victoria "Pride" Week

    Victoria Pride Week - Early July Dates TBA, 2010 A weeks worth of events celebrating the gay and lesbian community leading up to a Pride Parade and afternoon festival on July ?. Don't miss the Big Gay Dog Walk! The Victoria Pride Society is committed to bringing family centered events to our community all year round.

    Jul 01, 2010 thru Jul 08, 2010
    http://www.victoriapridesociety.org/

  • Canada Day

    canada day - July 1, 2010 Victoria's annual celebration of our beloved nation, featuring our "Eh-rated" fireworks display which gets better every year.

    Jul 01, 2010 thru Jul 01, 2010
    www.victoria.ca/canadaday/