Things to do in Victoria
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Victoria whale watching tour: Salish Sea Eclipse with free photos★ 4.93 (2,736) · 3h 30m
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Victoria Food and History Tour: Six Local Tastings★ 4.97 (2,245) · 2h
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Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching: 3-Hour Salish Sea Tour★ 4.85 (1,085) · 3h
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Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria: Ghost Stories & Local History★ 4.74 (980) · 1hCA$ 24View ›
Victoria - Butchart Gardens Shuttle: Fast Entry & Flexible Return★ 4.52 (705) · 3h–5hCA$ 62View ›
Victoria: City Tour & Butchart Gardens with Entry Ticket★ 4.89 (676) · 5hCA$ 142View ›
Victoria: Whale Watching Tour on Covered Boat with Marine Biologist★ 4.63 (574) · 3hCA$ 182View ›
Victoria Whale Watch Tour: Salish Sea orcas & marine wildlife★ 4.80 (564) · 3hCA$ 169View ›
Victoria: Pedicab Tour from Cruise Terminal with Old Town & Chinatown★ 4.99 (484) · 3hCA$ 240View ›
Whale Watching Tour in Victoria: Zodiac Boat on the Salish Sea★ 4.69 (417) · 3h 20mCA$ 192View ›Top rated (10)
Victoria Zipline: 8 Lines & Suspension Bridge on Rainforest CanopyYou ride an ATV up through rainforest, then zip across seven lines ranging from 150 to 1,000 feet, cross a 100-foot suspension bridge, and descend through the Pacific Coast canopy with two trained guides. All equipment is provided. The tour runs two hours and operates in any weather. Arrive 20 minutes early for check-in and waiver signing.Is it for me?Book this if you want the adrenaline of ziplining without the logistics—guides manage all the technical details, and the small-group format means you're not waiting in a line of fifty people. The fixed two-hour window and included ATV ride make it easy to fit into a Vancouver Island day.
Victoria Chinatown & Old Town Food Tour: Chef-Driven TastingsA small-group food tour of Victoria's oldest Chinatown and Old Town, led by a professionally trained guide, with multiple chef-driven tastings from local culinary partners and storytelling about the districts' cultural history and architecture. The tour runs 2.5 hours, includes a guide and all tastings, and operates in all weather; vegetarian options and non-alcoholic samples are available with advance notice.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're new to Victoria and want to understand the neighbourhoods through food and stories rather than just walking past them — the guide's 14 years in the industry means you'll learn why these streets and restaurants matter, not just visit them.
Victoria donut tour: Four stops, pastries & ChinatownYou walk four donut stops across Victoria's downtown and Chinatown with a local guide who points out the Empress Hotel, Parliament Buildings, and the history of Fan Tan Alley along the way. The tour includes tastings at Empire Donuts, a local ma-and-pop shop, and Filipino treats at Friend and Family Bake, plus insider recommendations for where to eat and shop. The whole route is wheelchair accessible and takes about two to three hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Victoria's best donuts and pastries without planning four separate stops yourself—the guide handles the route, the history, and the recommendations, leaving you free to eat and pay attention to the city.
Victoria: City Bike Tour with Chinatown, Castle & HarbourYou’ll pedal through Victoria’s vibrant neighborhoods—from historic Chinatown’s hidden alleys to Fernwood’s murals and Beacon Hill Park’s calm green spaces—with a local guide sharing stories along every turn. Expect laughter, real conversation, and glimpses into both grand landmarks and everyday life you might otherwise miss.
Victoria Bike Tour: Parliament, Craigdarroch Castle & Beacon HillYou ride through Victoria's main landmarks—Parliament, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill's totem pole, Chinatown, and the waterfront—on a guided 3-hour loop that includes hills and sustained effort. Your guide provides local history and cultural context at each stop, and you return to the shop with tips for the rest of your stay. Bring moderate fitness and be ready for climbs.Is it for me?Book this if you have moderate fitness and want to see Victoria's main landmarks—Parliament, the castle, the park, the harbor—in one morning or afternoon without arranging transport between stops. The guide handles the route and the history; you just need to be ready for hills and three hours of continuous riding.
Victoria: Beacon Hill Park Horse Carriage Tour & WaterfrontYou ride in a horse-drawn carriage for 60 minutes through Beacon Hill Park, along the Salish Sea waterfront with views of the Olympic Mountains, and through the Victorian homes of James Bay. The guide shares local history and stories specific to what you're seeing. You get warm blankets, a small group (max 4 people), and the option of evening tours lit by carriage lanterns. Weather permitting, it's a straightforward, no-fuss way to see Victoria's main sights without driving yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Victoria's main landmarks—the park, the waterfront, the historic neighborhood—without arranging transport or walking long distances. The small group size and fixed 60-minute pace mean you get a complete route without the flexibility to linger, so it works best if you're visiting for a day or two and want the highlights in one ride.
Victoria: Whale Watching Zodiac Tour & Salish Sea WildlifeYou’ll zip across the Salish Sea in a Zodiac with an expert local skipper, bundled into a full-body suit as you search for orcas, humpbacks, and sea lions near Victoria. Feel the cold spray on your face and catch glimpses of wild Vancouver Island coastline—plus stories from your guide that make it all stick long after you’re back on land.
Victoria: Cowichan Valley Wine Tour & 3 Wineries with LunchYou leave Victoria in the morning, drive over the Malahat with views of three island groups, then spend the day tasting at three wineries with a local guide. Lunch and cheese tastings are included, and the whole day is paced so you can actually talk to the winemakers and enjoy the valley instead of checking off a list. Hotel pickup from downtown Victoria is part of it.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers who want to taste without arranging transport, tasting fees, or lunch logistics themselves. The six-hour pace means you're not rushing between stops — you have time to talk to the winemakers and sit with the views.
Victoria: Zodiac Wildlife Tour with Whale & Sea Lion SightingsYou board a 12-passenger zodiac from Victoria's inner harbour in full cruiser gear and spend three hours with a marine naturalist guide searching for sea lions, seals, whales, otters and eagles across the winter waters. The boat operates daily at 1pm, rain or shine, and you return with dry storage for your belongings and a real sense of what the west coast actually looks like when you're on it.Is it for me?Right for travelers wanting a real encounter with west coast wildlife without the size and distance of a larger boat tour. The three-hour duration and daily 1pm departure fit a Victoria afternoon, though the zodiac's open design and winter conditions mean you need to be comfortable with cold water and motion.
Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: Local Hidden GemsA 2-hour walking tour of downtown Victoria led by a local guide, stopping at small independent restaurants and bakeries off the main streets to taste BC wine, Middle Eastern street food, authentic Korean corndog, local seafood chowder, chocolate and French macarons. The guide shares the history of Victoria's neighborhoods, landmarks and buildings as you walk. Vegetarian options available with 24 hours notice; not suitable for gluten-free diets. Children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste what locals actually eat instead of restaurant-row menus, and you're comfortable with a moderate amount of walking and standing while you eat. The small independent stops and the guide's neighborhood knowledge are what make it different from the standard downtown circuit.
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Victoria Walking Tour: City Highlights, Parliament & ChinatownYou’ll feel like you’re peeling back layers of Victoria: standing under Parliament’s watchful lions, breathing in cedar at an artist’s studio, squeezing through Fan Tan Alley in Chinatown. With a local guide sharing stories and tips along the way, this walking tour gives you real moments — not just sights — and leaves you seeing Victoria differently.
Victoria Butterfly Gardens: Indoor Tropical Jungle & Rescued WildlifeYou’ll step into Victoria Butterfly Gardens’ lush indoor jungle, where thousands of butterflies fly freely and rescued animals greet you at every turn. Meet Mango the flamingo, spot iguanas overhead, and watch leaf-cutter ants at work in the Insectarium—all included with your admission ticket. Expect laughter, warmth, and moments that quietly stick with you long after.
Malahat SkyWalk Tickets: 250m Tower & Spiral Slide near VictoriaYou walk 600 metres through the forest canopy, climb the 10-story spiral tower to views of the Salish Sea and distant mountains, then choose your descent: the ramp or the spiral slide. Parking is included, and the site is accessible for all ages and mobility levels. Plan for 1.5 to 3 hours depending on how many times you slide.Is it for me?A good fit if you want panoramic views of the Salish Sea and Vancouver Island without a long hike or drive from Victoria. The site is accessible for all ages and mobility levels, which is what makes it work for families, older travellers, and anyone who wants the view without the physical strain.
Victoria Harbour 75 min Boat Tour: Fisgard Lighthouse & SealsA 75-minute sightseeing boat tour of Victoria's Inner Harbour and coastline, departing from the harbour itself and cruising past the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, active cruise ship terminal, and out to the historic Fisgard Lighthouse with live commentary from a local guide. The boat includes a bar, snacks and drinks, and a restroom on board. Children from age 3 are welcome, and the tour runs year-round with Transport Canada certified captains and crew.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon in Victoria and want to see the harbour, Parliament and the lighthouse without arranging your own boat or transport—the departure point is the Inner Harbour itself, and the guide handles the route and the stories. It suits families with children from age 3, and the 75-minute length fits between other activities without consuming a full day.
Pickle Pub Crawl Victoria: Harbour Ferries Between DrinksThe Pickle Pub Crawl is a three-hour guided tour through Victoria's Inner Harbour that swaps walking for harbour ferries, moving between four waterfront pubs and bars with a live guide. You start at a local favourite near the Parliament Building and Empress Hotel, then ferry to Fisherman's Wharf for beer and views of seaplanes and float homes, visit a 30-year-old pub with live music and local drafts, and finish at the second-oldest brewery in British Columbia—a full restaurant in a historic building overlooking the blue bridge. The guide leads the group, trivia and giveaways run throughout, and complimentary appetizers come with your stops; you purchase drinks at each venue. Minimum age is 19.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and leads the group at a leisurely pace, so this works for anyone comfortable in a pub setting who wants to see the Inner Harbour from the water instead of walking the same downtown streets. The ferries do the moving, which means the crawl stays social and the views stay part of the experience.
Victoria City Highlights Bike Tour for Cruise GuestsA 2.5-hour guided bike tour from Victoria's cruise port explores the city's most recognizable stops—Parliament Buildings, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill Park and Chinatown—on a route that winds through neighborhoods like Fernwood and along waterfront bike paths. The tour starts and ends at The Pedaler shop on Belleville Street; a local guide leads the ride in English and provides the bike, helmet and all equipment you need.Is it for me?Pick this if you're docking in Victoria and want to cover the main sights by bike in two hours—the guide times the pace so you can keep up while pedaling through neighborhoods, parks, and the Inner Harbour without needing to arrange separate transport back to your ship.
Victoria to Vancouver: Bus & Ferry Transfer with Flexible Drop-OffYou’ll ride a comfortable coach from Victoria to Vancouver with your luggage handled for you, then cross by BC Ferries through island scenery before being dropped off where you need—downtown, airport or cruise terminal. It’s an easy way to let someone else take care of logistics while you watch coastal British Columbia drift by.
Victoria walking tour with food tastings and harbour ferryThis 2.5-hour walking tour moves through Victoria's Old Town—Chinatown, Market Square, Bastion Square and the Inner Harbour—with an expert guide leading stops at independent establishments for 3–4 food tastings, one local cocktail, and two craft beer samples, plus a harbour ferry ride included. The pace is built around tasting, not rushing; non-alcoholic pairings are available for guests under 19 or who prefer them.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and leads the whole group together, so you follow along at a conversational pace without needing to read plaques or use an app. This works well if you want someone to explain the stories behind the streets and the food scene as you walk, rather than discovering them on your own.
Victoria Rainforest Hike Private Tour: Old Growth ForestA private guided rainforest hike near Victoria takes you through old growth forest with a professional guide, hotel or cruise port pickup, and bottled water included. The hike suits all fitness levels with basic forest paths, or you can arrange a steeper mountain route with panoramic views instead. Children from age 5 are welcome, and proper hiking shoes are required; a minimum of 2 people per booking applies.Is it for me?Your morning stays on your schedule with hotel or port pickup—explore old growth rainforest and towering ancient trees just 30 minutes from Victoria without coordinating group timing or renting a car.
Victoria Food Tour: Taste Canadian Classics at Fisherman's WharfThis 2.5-hour walking tour through Victoria combines food tastings with stops at the city's most recognizable sites—Fisherman's Wharf, Parliament Buildings, the Fairmont Empress Hotel and Government Street. A local guide leads the group through samples of poutine, Nanaimo bars, candied salmon, maple syrup treats and a Caesar cocktail while sharing stories of Indigenous food traditions and Canadian culinary history. The tour includes enough tastings to serve as a meal and operates in all weather.Is it for me?The tour moves at a walking pace through downtown Victoria over 2.5 hours, so it suits people who want to eat and explore without a full-day commitment. If you're new to Canada or Victoria and want to understand the food and the landmarks in one outing, the fixed route and guide take the planning out of it.
