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About City Trail Wander
Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, City Trail Wander explores the natural beauty of Metro Vancouver, and beyond, through first-person walking and cycling videos on YouTube and other social media platforms.
About this guide
Growing up and living in Vancouver, there have been many opportunity to travel over to Vancouver Island and visit Victoria countless times to explore and get to know the city.
There are so many things to see and do in the provincial capital it was hard to choose what to include in this guide. However, we've curated five of our favourite attractions that we think you'll enjoy along with some great places we love to eat at while in Victoria.
The guide also includes transportation recommendations, a few dining suggestions, all with links each of the locations and services listed.
In this guide
About Victoria
Five things to see and do in Victoria
Getting here and getting around
Hungry? A few places to eat
About Victoria
Victoria is the capital city of the Province of British Columbia. Founded in 1843 as a fur trading post for the Hudson's Bay Company, the city was named after Queen Victoria and became the capital of British Columbia in 1871.
This charming city, located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, has a rich history filled with exciting stories and cultural influences shaped by First Nations peoples, European settlers and immigrants from all over the world, resulting in a unique blend of traditions and customs.
Today, not only is Victoria known for being the seat of government for the province, but also as a bustling hub of art, culture and outdoor activities, drawing visitors from all over the world to its stunning natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere.
Five things to see and do in Victoria
There is so much to see and do in Victoria and selecting only five attractions was not easy. On my various visits though, these are some of my favourite places that I enjoy returning to over and over again.
Craigdarroch Castle
Government House
Victoria Public Market
Chinatown and Fan Tan Alley
Beacon Hill Park
Getting here and getting around
Getting to Victoria
There are multiple options on how to get to Victoria. Whether you're sailing in from Metro Vancouver or from the United States onboard a ferry or flying in to downtown Victoria or the Victoria International Airport, the amount of options makes getting to Victoria is easy and convenient.
Getting around
BC Transit is the public transport provider in Victoria. Numerous bus routes operate in the city and throughout the region making getting around very convenient.
Pick up a book of 10 tickets for the best value for money. Check the "fares" section of
Hungry?
Victoria's restaurant scene is very diverse! There's an endless variety of delicious eats to indulge in from high teas, craft beers, pub food and international fair from around the world or a sweet treat from Canada's first chocolatier, which got its start right here in Victoria.
Victoria has something for every type of foodie. Here are a few places you might want to consider checking out.
Bon appétit!
Pagliacci's
Downtown Victoria
John's Place
Downtown Victoria
Varsha Indian Kitchen
Chinatown, Victoria
Finn's
Downtown Victoria
The Sticky Wicket
Downtown Victoria
Rogers Chocolates
Downtown Victoria
Bon voyage and have a fantastic time in Victoria!
Heading to Vancouver?
Welcome
About City Trail Wander
Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, City Trail Wander explores the natural beauty of Metro Vancouver, and beyond, through first-person walking and cycling videos on YouTube and other social media platforms.
About this guide
Growing up and living in Vancouver, there have been many opportunity to travel over to Vancouver Island and visit Victoria countless times to explore and get to know the city.
There are so many things to see and do in the provincial capital it was hard to choose what to include in this guide. However, we've curated five of our favourite attractions that we think you'll enjoy along with some great places we love to eat at while in Victoria.
The guide also includes transportation recommendations, a few dining suggestions, all with links each of the locations and services listed.
In this guide
About Victoria
Five things to see and do in Victoria
Getting here and getting around
Hungry? A few places to eat
About Victoria
Victoria is the capital city of the Province of British Columbia. Founded in 1843 as a fur trading post for the Hudson's Bay Company, the city was named after Queen Victoria and became the capital of British Columbia in 1871.
This charming city, located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, has a rich history filled with exciting stories and cultural influences shaped by First Nations peoples, European settlers and immigrants from all over the world, resulting in a unique blend of traditions and customs.
Today, not only is Victoria known for being the seat of government for the province, but also as a bustling hub of art, culture and outdoor activities, drawing visitors from all over the world to its stunning natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere.
Five things to see and do in Victoria
There is so much to see and do in Victoria and selecting only five attractions was not easy. On my various visits though, these are some of my favourite places that I enjoy returning to over and over again.
Craigdarroch Castle
Government House
Victoria Public Market
Chinatown and Fan Tan Alley
Beacon Hill Park
Getting here and getting around
Getting to Victoria
There are multiple options on how to get to Victoria. Whether you're sailing in from Metro Vancouver or from the United States onboard a ferry or flying in to downtown Victoria or the Victoria International Airport, the amount of options makes getting to Victoria is easy and convenient.
Getting around
BC Transit is the public transport provider in Victoria. Numerous bus routes operate in the city and throughout the region making getting around very convenient.
Pick up a book of 10 tickets for the best value for money. Check the "fares" section of
Hungry?
Victoria's restaurant scene is very diverse! There's an endless variety of delicious eats to indulge in from high teas, craft beers, pub food and international fair from around the world or a sweet treat from Canada's first chocolatier, which got its start right here in Victoria.
Victoria has something for every type of foodie. Here are a few places you might want to consider checking out.
Bon appétit!
Pagliacci's
Downtown Victoria
John's Place
Downtown Victoria
Varsha Indian Kitchen
Chinatown, Victoria
Finn's
Downtown Victoria
The Sticky Wicket
Downtown Victoria
Rogers Chocolates
Downtown Victoria
Bon voyage and have a fantastic time in Victoria!
Heading to Vancouver?