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Southern Vancouver Island is not only spectacularly beautiful, it’s also a great place to visit and live. Whether you like the city life and all that it has to offer or you’re an outdoor enthusiast, there is something here for you. The area is rich in art galleries, museums, lodging, shops, restaurants, and theatres. It’s also a great place to learn how to kayak, bicycle, scuba dive, sail, row, beachcomb, and skydive.

Victoria
Located on the southernmost tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria has the best climate in Canada and offers visitors plenty of opportunities to enjoy it. Paddle a kayak or go rowing. Windsurf, sail, take a ferry, ride a bike, or go diving for a view of the Victoria’s underwater life. This provincial capital ...
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Sooke
Your gateway to ecotourism adventures, Sooke is located a short 35-minute drive from downtown Victoria. As well as boasting spectacular beaches, Sooke offers some of the finest fishing, whale watching, kayaking, hiking, and golfing on Vancouver Island. The West Coast Trail, Juan de Fuca Marine Trail, ...
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Saanich
If you enjoy being close to nature, then head to Saanich. A 15-minute drive from downtown Victoria, this residential community is packed with parks, beaches, and bike trails. The largest park in the area, Mount Douglas Park is one of Vancouver Island's prime migratory bird stopovers. Over 380 species ...
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Esquimalt
The municipality of Esquimalt, located just west of Victoria, is known for two things-–its many beautiful parks and its navy base. You’ll get a unique view of the Inner Harbour when you walk the seawall that runs from Victoria, past historic homes and a tempting pub, to the heart of Esquimalt. Another ...
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Oak Bay
When visitors say Victoria is “a little bit of old England” what they’re really describing is its suburb, Oak Bay. Located just a few minutes east of Victoria, Oak Bay Village consists of quaint streets lined with flowers and twee shops. Here the pace slows right down. You could, with little or no difficulty, ...
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Colwood
Colwood has many significant historical landmarks within its boundaries. These include the Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Park, Fisgard Lighthouse (the oldest working lighthouse on the West Coast), and Hatley Castle at Royal Roads University. While you’re in the area, be sure to visit the Esquimalt ...
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Langford
Langford ’s many small lakes and pristine parks make it ideal for swimming and hiking. On a hot summer’s day there is nothing better than taking a dip in Thetis Lake. On cool days it’s a great place to canoe, kayak, and hike. Goldstream Provincial Park is one of the area’s most impressive parks.
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Metchosin
The beautiful, pastoral countryside of Metchosin offers many pleasures including numerous hiking trails, beachcombing, native petroglyphs and idyllic picnic spots. Metchosin is also home to Pearson College of the Pacific, some outstanding golf courses, and fishing at Pedder and Becher Bay.
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View Royal
Many historic sites await visitors to View Royal. Tour Craigflower Farm, which boasts B.C.'s oldest standing school building. Treat yourself to a beer and some excellent pub food at one of the area’s historic pubs. Or ride your bike along the Galloping Goose Regional Trail that runs for 26 miles through ...
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Sidney
The charming seaside town of Sidney is about 35 minutes north of Victoria. Sidney offers her visitors long walks along the ocean, breathtaking views, and some surprisingly good shopping – especially if you like bookshops. This quaint town also sports several marinas and some great restaurants and galleries. ...
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Highlands
If you want to explore an area that is completely off the beaten path, head to the Highlands. It’s relatively unpopulated, and there are no stores and or buses. However, if you’d like to experience nature at its purest then this is the place. Here you’ll find Gowlland Tod Provincial Park, Mount Work ...
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Western Communities
The Western Communities provide a welcome respite from the downtown crowds or an agenda that is jam packed with activities. The region is comprised of five distinct areas--View Royal, Colwood, Langford, Metchosin, and the Highlands.
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Saanich Peninsula
Unpack your walking shoes and prepare for an adventure--there’s a whole other world to experience just 20 minutes north of Victoria.
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Attractions
From world-class museums, gardens, galleries and more, therse are some the best opportunities for sightseeing that you'll find anywhere. Browse our wide selection of write-ups; you're sure to find something that strikes your fancy.
 Reviews:
  Art Gallery of Greater Vi...  Belfry Theatre
  Butchart Gardens  Craigdarroch Castle
  Emily Carr House  Fan Tan Alley
  Government House Gardens  Helmcken House
  Maritime Museum of Britis...  Ross Bay Cemetery
  Royal British Columbia Mu...  Royal London Wax Museum

Restaurants
Take a minute to explore the site and find out more about the restaurants that we like in this area.
 Reviews:
  17 Mile House Country Pub  Adrienne's Tea Garden
  Blethering Place Tea Room...  Blue's Bayou Cafe
  Bravo On Wharf   Cafe De La Lune
  Cafe Ritmo Latino  Camille’s Fine West Coast...
  Canoe Club  Ferris' Oyster Bar & Grill
  Green Cuisine  John's Place Restaurant
  Nautical Nellies  Pagliacci's
  Penny Farthing  Re-Bar Modern Food
  Sally Bun  Spinnakers Brewpub
  White Heather Tea Room  Yoshi Sushi Japanese Rest...

Outdoors
This is home to some of the most beautiful locations. Outdoor enthusiasts should never be at a loss for things to do and places to see.
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  Beacon Hill Park  Botanical Beach
  Fort Rodd Hill  Galloping Goose Trail
  Goldstream Provincial Park  Hatley Park National Hist...
  Olympic View Golf Club  Sidney Spit Marine Park
  Uplands Park  Victoria Inner Harbour
  West Coast Trail  Whiffen Spit
  Willows Beach  Witty's Lagoon

Lodging
Choose from scenic campgrounds to elegant bed and breakfasts. Look through our links and find comfort accommodations at an affordable price.
 Reviews:
  Abbey Lee  Abbey Moore Manor B&B
  Abigail's Hotel  Amethyst Inn at Regent's ...
  Arts & Antiques  Beaconsfield B&B
  Bedford Regency Hotel  Coast Harbourside Hotel a...
  Dashwood Manor Heritage Inn  Dreemskerry Heritage Home...
  Executive House Hotel  Fairholme Manor
  Fairmont Empress Hotel  Gatsby Mansion
  Hartmann House  Hotel Grand Pacific
  Humboldt House  Iris Garden Country Manor...
  Laurel Point Inn   Nairn House
  Oak Bay Beach Hotel  Ocean Pointe Resort Hotel...
  Ocean Wilderness Inn & Sp...  Olde England Inn
  Point-No-Point Resort  Prior House
  Rosewood Victoria Inn  Seacroft B & B By-The-Sea
  Sooke Harbour House  Swallow Hill Farm B&B
  Swans Suite Hotel  The Cheshire Cat Cottage
  Victoria Hostel

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