Top 6 Fun Things To Do in Victoria 2022 - Best Activities in Victoria

Mt. Douglas

By Katie

Rain or sine there will always be locals hiking around the beautiful paths of Mt Doug. There is an abundance of wildflowers, Douglas Fir, and Cedar trees. In addition to the mountain there is also Mt.Douglas Beach right below which is a favourite in the summer time. There is also a road up to the top so you can see the city light up at night.

by Katie

Chinatown

Fun & Active 7 2

By Katie

Canada's Oldest Chinatown

Chinatown

Victoria's Chinatown peaked in 1911 and is now a National Historic Site of Canada. Chinatown is famous for having the smallest street in Canada, Fan Tan Alley, which is just 35 inches wide at it's smallest point.

by Katie

Thetis Lake Regional Park

Fun & Active 2 1

By Laura

Great summer swimming & year round hikes

Thetis Lake Regional Park

If you like walking, hiking or running in forested areas – and especially if you have a dog that needs off-leash exercise, this is the spot to go. And in summers the lake is a comfortable temperature for swimming and popular with families. The forested trails always smell wonderful.

by Laura

Willows Beach

Fun & Active 2 1

By Laura

Victoria's best ocean swimming beach

Willows Beach

The beach has a wonderful sandy stretch within a sheltered harbour, so the water is reasonably warm July & August. Also set in a nice neighbourhood with lovely restored homes and cottages 50-100 years old. A 5-minute drive/15-minute cycle from downtown.

by Laura

Ogden Point and Breakwater

Fun & Active 5 2

By Katie

Breezy Stroll

Ogden Point and Breakwater

With beautiful views of the Olympic Mountains and a lighthouse at the end of the walk this is a favourite among locals for going on dates or just for a nice walk among friends. Depends on the weather you could get some waves thrown at you but that's half the fun.

by Katie

Fisherman's Wharf

Fun & Active 2 0

By Katie

Colourful Floating Homes

Fisherman's Wharf

Fishermans Warf is full of colourful floating homes, great spots to eat. whale watching tours, and it is a stop on the famous harbour ferries and if you are lucky you might see a seal. It is a vibrant spot for locals and tourists alike.

by Katie