Victoria
Country: Canada · Region: Alaska · Currency: Canadian Dollar
Victoria is Canada's westernmost provincial capital on Vancouver Island, offering a blend of British colonial architecture, Indigenous culture, and natural beauty. The cruise port receives over 200 large ships annually (April-October) at Ogden Point terminal, just 2.5 km from downtown.
Top sights
Parliament Buildings, Royal BC Museum, Butchart Gardens, Beacon Hill Park, Inner Harbour, Chinatown
Things to do
- Parliament Buildings
- Historic government buildings located in the Inner Harbour area of downtown Victoria.
- Royal BC Museum
- Major museum in the Inner Harbour and downtown area showcasing British Columbia's heritage.
- Butchart Gardens
- Renowned gardens accessible via BC Transit Route 75 in approximately 50 minutes from downtown Victoria.
- Beacon Hill Park
- Major park in the Inner Harbour and downtown area featuring green space and scenic views.
Beaches
- Oak Bay
- Nearby municipality to the east with beaches and an easy bus, taxi, or bicycle ride to downtown Victoria.
Where to eat
- Harborside restaurants
- Dining establishments along the Victoria Inner Harbour offering local cuisine and waterfront views.
Bars and nightlife
- Local pubs
- Traditional pubs in downtown Victoria serving fish and chips and local beverages.
Forecast for Victoria
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Weather in Victoria by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F | 38°F | 6.5 in | 17 |
| February | 46°F | 37°F | 4.2 in | 14 |
| March | 50°F | 39°F | 3.3 in | 15 |
| April | 55°F | 43°F | 2.6 in | 13 |
| May | 64°F | 50°F | 1.3 in | 7 |
| June | 69°F | 54°F | 1.2 in | 6 |
| July | 75°F | 58°F | 0.5 in | 3 |
| August | 75°F | 60°F | 0.8 in | 4 |
| September | 67°F | 55°F | 2.2 in | 9 |
| October | 57°F | 48°F | 4.9 in | 13 |
| November | 49°F | 42°F | 6.9 in | 16 |
| December | 44°F | 38°F | 6.7 in | 18 |
Getting around
From Ogden Point cruise terminal, take a pleasant 30-minute walk to downtown, or use public bus #30/#31 ($2.25), cruise shuttles, or taxi.
What to eat
Enjoy fish and chips and local pints around the harborside area in downtown Victoria.
Tips
Check weather forecasts before visiting as the region experiences annual windstorms, and note that Victoria is one of the few North American cities using double-decker buses.
Best for
Historic architecture, gardens, local culture
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