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The best way to enjoy Victoria, City of Gardens, is to tour its beautiful gardens and attractions. Go on historical walking tours that highlight the citys heritage buildings, unique districts and notable residents. Walking tours usually last for about an hour or two to a whole day. Walking tours will typically take you to Inner Harbour, Old Town, Market Square, heritage homes, Antique Row and Chinatown. An interesting way to see the city is from up high with scenic air tours over the city and surrounding mountains, islands and coastlines. Another great way to see the city is from up high with scenic air tours that take you around the city and surrounding regions. Sea-lovers should consider a boat charter through the Gulf Islands to watch Whales and other marine mammals, such as the Harbor Seals and Dalls Porpoises. Look around for professional tour guides to take you to Olde Town, Chinatown, Beacon Hill, and Craigdarroch Castle. Inquire with Victoria hotels for recommendations on professional tour guides doing walkabouts of Olde Town, Chinatown, Beacon Hill, and Craigdarroch Castle.
Victoria Hotels for Your Dream Wedding
Victoria being the "Garden City" is fast becoming one of the worlds top wedding destinations. With the mildest climate in Canada, the most annual sunshine in British Columbia, and flowers all year round, its no surprise really. Scheduling your wedding anytime is possible with flowers all year round. For the beach wedding of your dreams, Victorias coastal communities of Sidney to the north-east, Oak Bay to the east, and Sooke to the north-west all give you stretches of ocean vistas and tranquil beaches. The Butchart Gardens is the perfect setting for a garden wedding. Beautifully restored mansions such as the Amethyst Inn Victoria B&B, Grouse Nest Resort, Sooke Harbour House, Swans Suite Hotel, Abigail's Hotel, Brentwood Bay Lodge and Spa and Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites can also serve as excellent venues. Victoria hotels also feature great honeymoon packages. Apart from offering some of the most romantic settings in the city, these Victoria Hotels also feature great honeymoon packages.
Victoria Hotels for Garden and Park Tours
Aptly called the Garden City, Victorias beautiful lawns and gardens are possible in lieu of the fact that it is blessed with the mildest climate in Canada and the most annual sunshine in British Columbia. The Abkhazi Garden is one of the world's best and unique small gardens. This one-acre property is also lovingly called "the garden that love built" and features quiet woodland, rocky slopes, spectacular scenery, and a restaurant serving lunch and afternoon tea. Beacon Hill Park showcases alpine gardens, wildflower meadows, rose gardens, lakes, Mayor's Grove of Trees, and native Garry Oak forest. Make time for Government House grounds and take in the sights of its 8. 9 hectares of rare Garry Oak ecosystem and 5. 7 hectares of formal gardens. Hatley Park is another excellent destination; a glorious 1908 Edwardian estate that features a sprawling Scottish inspired castle, a series of beautiful formal gardens, lush old growth forests and ocean vistas. Of course, theres world-famous Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada with 55 acres of superb gardens located in Greater Victoria on Vancouver Island.
Boutique Experience with Victoria Hotels
The old world feel of Victoria blends well with the latest trends in design and comfort with its splendid array of boutique hotels. This can be experienced in its splendid array of boutique hotels, starting with the plush interiors of Victorias art hotel, the Swans Suite Hotel. Located right in the heart of Old Town, this hotel offers just 29 suites with a spectacular penthouse that boasts of a roof terrace overlooking the Inner Harbour. Within the property are the Swans famous brewpub that serves award winning beers, a bistro that features nightly live music, and some of the finest pieces of original local art. Another showcase of design and elegance is Victoria's only five star oceanfront resort; the Brentwood Bay Lodge & Spa. The property features elegantly-appointed interiors, contemporary coastal cuisine, and a full-service spa. This resort is also a few yards away from must-see Butchart Gardens. You should also look up Abigails Hotel, just a short walk away from downtowns main attractions, Inner Harbour, parks and museums. The hotel features Jacuzzi soaker baths and wood-burning fireplaces, first class amenities youll surely appreciate after a tiring day of adventures. Abigails features a three course gourmet breakfast, personally presented by the Executive Chef, and evening hors d'oeuvres to start your fine dining experience. Also worth looking into are The Bedford Regency and The Magnolia Hotel & Spa.
