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Victoria Attractions
Your guide to the best places to visit in Victoria, Canada, old and new.
Things to do in Victoria – top Victoria must-see attractions
Victoria, Canada, is a city where colonial history and natural beauty are woven into every street and shoreline. From ornate Victorian-era architecture to lush coastal gardens, the range of things to see in Victoria, Canada is genuinely impressive. Walk the grand halls of the BC Parliament Buildings, spot harbour seals at Fisherman's Wharf, or lose yourself among thousands of blooms at The Butchart Gardens. Ready to plan your trip? Here's the list you need.
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Families
The Butchart Gardens
Why visit?
- 55 acres of themed gardens
- Nighttime illuminations
- Seasonal floral displays
Royal BC Museum
Why visit?
- Woolly mammoth exhibit
- Indigenous culture galleries
- IMAX film screenings
Families
Beacon Hill Park
Why visit?
- Resident peacock colony
- Ponds and walking paths
- Children's petting zoo
Craigdarroch Castle
Why visit?
- 39 rooms to explore
- Romanesque Revival design
- Stained glass windows
British Columbia Parliament Buildings
Why visit?
- Free guided tours
- Neo-Baroque architecture
- Legislative assembly chamber
Fisherman's Wharf
Why visit?
- Resident harbour seal colony
- Fresh seafood stalls
- Floating home community
Miniature World
Why visit?
- Over 85 miniature scenes
- Fantasy and historical dioramas
- Family-friendly guided tour
Victoria Bug Zoo
Why visit?
- Live insect handling
- 50+ arthropod species
- Educational guided tours
Victoria Inner Harbour
Why visit?
- Float plane departure hub
- Whale watching tours
- Waterfront promenade views
History Geeks
Victoria Chinatown
Why visit?
- Canada's oldest Chinatown
- Fan Tan Alley laneway
- Historic Gate of Harmonious Interest