On the lovely Vancouver Island in the western Canadian province of British Columbia, you will find the historical town of Victoria, British Columbia's capital city. Established in the late 1700's by British settlers, the city maintains its rich sense of history with beautiful Victorian architecture, tree-lined streets and old British charm. Victoria has become a number one vacation destination in Canada and one of the premier tourist spot in the Pacific Northwest. The shores of this beautiful city offer up great views of the Olympic Mountains, old-growth evergreen forests and the glimmering waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Come discover the history and natural wonders of Victoria, British Columbia today!

Victoria may be an old establishment, but it certainly has all the perks of a big city! You'll find plenty of opportunities for unique shopping, dining and live entertainment all around town! Take advantage of the generous US-Canadian exchange rate and shop till you drop - at a fraction of the price! Sample true Northwest cuisine at one of the city's fabulous restaurants and enjoy a beverage at one of Victoria's local pubs.

During your Victoria, British Columbia, travel, you can pick from lots of great sightseeing opportunities for year-round fun! Visit the Royal BC Museum for a taste of local and international culture or stroll through the world-famous Butchart Gardens. You can even take a whale watching cruise in search of orca whales that makes their homes in the waters around Victoria. And don't miss the British tradition of Afternoon Tea, which you can enjoy in the luxurious Fairmont Empress hotel. There's so much to choose from! What will you do on your Victoria vacation?

British Columbia's Vancouver Island is known for it natural scenery and quaint seaside towns. From Victoria, you can venture out to anywhere on the island! You'll find national parks full of trails to explore, waters for swimming, boating or fishing and mountains to admire. And, if you head to the west coast of the island, you'll witness some of the most magnificent sunsets on the Pacific Coast! You can experience the thrill of Vancouver Island and easily head back to Victoria for more fun in the city.