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One of the best ways to enjoy Victoria is to spend your days soaking up the glorious views in Inner Harbour. Spend time on Victorias iconic Inner Harbour and experience the areas many delights as leisurely as possible. A great way to make the most of the magnificent harbor views is to stay in waterfront Victoria hotels or hop aboard Victoria Harbour Ferries and travel around the Inner Harbour. Short trips to popular destinations are available, as well as tours that let you hop on and off at different stops, either way youll enjoy the stunning views and clean ocean breeze. Some of the best destinations are Spinnakers Gastro-Brewpub, Reeson Landing, Lojo District, Rice Mill Landing, Victorias Historic Chinatown, Point Ellice House, Glo-Europub, Dockside Green, Fol Epi Bakery, Caffe Fantastico, Fishermans Wharf, and Aura an award winning restaurant and lounge located within the Inn at Laurel Point. These harbor hops are great for romantic escapades or a getaway with the family. Great discounts on many of the best harbor restaurants, pubs, spas and other attractions are available with these harbor trips.
Victoria Hotels Near the Airport
The city of Victoria is blessed with moderate climate all year round and some of the most scenic cityscapes; making it one of the best travel destinations for the avid traveler. The citys British heritage is reflected in its elegant homes and neighborhoods, downtown architecture, beautiful parks and gardens. The magnificent views at the Inner Harbor, providing stunning sights of the Empress Hotel and the Parliament Buildings are just some of the reasons you should head out to Victoria on your next vacation. Plan early and look for Victoria hotels that will serve as a good base for all your adventures. Some of the best lodging options are those found near the airport, such as Miraloma On The Cove. Here youll have peaceful ocean and garden views in your own balcony or patio and have easy access to seaside gourmet restaurants, attractions, pubs, galleries, spas, bookstores and various shops. Other notable Victoria hotels near the airport are Travelodge Victoria Airport Sidney, Cedarwood Inn & Suites, and Quality Inn Waddling Dog, which captures the heritage flavor of Victoria.
Great British Columbia Attractions and Victoria Hotels
Your next adventure should be in scenic British Columbia. The region has more than 1,100 different wildlife species and some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, making British Columbia the perfect place to watch and enjoy wildlife. The scenic beauty of British Columbia is something you wont soon forget with its majestic mountains soaring up to 9,843ft, ancient old-growth forests, caves, hoodoos (ancient, stone-like pillars), and stretches of sandy beaches. Victoria hotels will serve as a good jump-off point for all your adventures, from hiking through alpine meadows, exploring Canada's highest waterfalls, to simply enjoying the soothing natural hot springs of British Columbia. Youre also sure to catch a bit of wildlife rushing by this wonderful scenery, so make time for bird watching; or if the season is right, hop aboard a whale watching tour. Bald eagles may be soaring above so keep an eye out for these magnificent creatures, also keep your eyes and ears peeled for mountain goats, moose, and caribou.
Downtown Attractions and Victoria Hotels
Victorias downtown is the best place to experience the sights and sounds of Garden City. Youll find some of the best shopping destinations in downtown Victoria: Antique Row on Fort Street, the charming little shops in Market Square, and the dainty gift shops that line Government Street. Victoria hotels in downtown will put you close to the major attractions of the city: the majestic Legislative Buildings, ivy-covered Empress Hotel, and the entertainments of Inner Harbour. Experience Inner Harbour to the fullest by walking along the causeway while enjoying the ambience of local musicians, jugglers, and artists; or head out into the great big blue to go high-speed whale-watching aboard a zodiac; or hop aboard a yacht for a luxurious dinner cruise. Make time for the Undersea Gardens, Royal London Wax Museum, Crystal Gardens, and Miniature World if youre bringing the family. Victoria also features great museums, including the world-renowned Royal British Columbia Museum, plus historic sites such as Fort Rodd Hill in Esquimalt and Craigdarroch Castle.
