Uncover the city's eclectic neighbourhoods, connect with nature, and taste the crisp freshness of west coast dining. This beautifully restored provincial and national historic site in victoria, b.c., was the birthplace of famed writer and artist emily carr The building and gardens are now a vibrant cultural centre for education, exploration, and mentoring. “orca spirit adventures is victoria’s premier whale watching company offering carbon neutral covered vessel and zodiac tours led by certified marine naturalists whose knowledge and passion for vancouver island’s marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry. Find exciting events through all four seasons in victoria With hundreds of festivals, you can be confident your visit will probably coincide with one or more amazing local cultural, culinary, musical or other celebrations.
Unsure of where to go once you are here Check out our detailed maps of greater victoria area and downtown core. Recognized as the #1 canadian city hotel in travel + leisure’s 2025 world’s best awards and honoured as a top western canadian hotel in the 2024 condé nast traveler readers’ choice awards, fairmont empress is located in the heart of victoria, bc overlooking the city’s sparkling inner harbour.
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