Welcome to Victoria

Often considered one of North America’s most European cities, it’s true that the city of Victoria has a distinctly English flavor. But, regardless of its British upbringing, this British Columbia provincial capital is still a Canadian through and through! The manicured Butchart Gardens, with crowd-pleasing Saturday night fireworks, and the blooming Abkhazi Garden have made Victoria internationally known as the “City of Gardens.” Roam their stately grounds before taking a free guided tour of the regal British Columbia Parliament Buildings. But, if touring their magnificent neo-baroque halls gets a little stuffy, catch a glimpse of a Pacific grey whale on a Victoria whale-watching tour! Just remember, you’re not in Europe ; you’re in Canada’s Victoria!