Whether you’re planning a cruise stop, a weekend getaway, or a longer Vancouver Island itinerary, this guide answers the top questions travelers ask before visiting Victoria.

Victoria, British Columbia, may be Canada’s most charming capital — a place where British heritage meets Pacific Northwest beauty. In this episode of the Sunshine Travelers Podcast, we share how we explored Victoria in just a day and a half, from Butchart Gardens and the Malahat Skywalk to floatplanes, seafood, and strolling the vibrant Inner Harbour. Some links are affiliate links. See our disclosure.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode 

•  How to get to Victoria from Vancouver — flights, ferries, and floatplanes


•  Where to stay in Victoria 


•  Do you need a car in Victoria? Our tips for driving, parking, and shuttles


•  How many days to spend in Victoria 


•  The top things to do in Victoria


•  Where to eat in Victoria

Resources & Links  

Harbor View Hotels:

• Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort


• The Fairmont Empress Hotel & Q Bar


• Inn at Laurel Point


• Hotel Grand Pacific


• Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA


• Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites

Other Points of Interest and Links

• Butchart Gardens 


• Malahat Skywalk


• Harbour Air Seaplanes


• Tip: we rented the car from Budget through Expedia and picked up at the Victoria airport and dropped the car off at the Budget office downtown within walking distance from HarbourAir

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