Victoria, British Columbia

Must-See Attractions

• Butchart Gardens - the holiday lights are a must see along with the summer fireworks
• Royal BC Museum
• Walk around Old Town and Chinatown
• Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Empress
• Downtown Winter Market

Transportation 

• There is a great public bus system you can use to get from downtown out to Butchart Gardens and other local attractions
• Budget Rental cars can be picked up downtown
  • If you choose to drive, remember that the speed limit is in kilometers not in miles
• If you are leaving from Seattle, consider taking the Victoria Clipper. You can be in downtown Victoria in 2 hours and 45 minutes. No traffic jams, no screaming kids strapped in a car seat for hours.

Food

• John’s Place- for a hearty and pretty cheap breakfast head over to this local favorite. Lines can get long on the weekend so show up early if possible.

Lodging

• Hotel Grand Pacific