About Victoria

The Legislative Buildings in Victoria's beautiful Inner Harbour

Outdoor activities

You have your pick of outdoor excitement here. Take a sailing course, hike a mountain, explore the coastline by kayak or drive up island for a weekend of skiing. We've got it all.

Culture

With a vibrant population like ours, there's a great selection of things to do. From international film, music, art and cultural festivals to poetry readings and musical performances, there are countless opportunities to see talented artists. You might even catch the next break-out artist before stardom hits.

Fast facts

• Victoria is the capital of British Columbia, located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island
• Population: 335,000
• Climate: Mild, all year-round

Tourism Victoria

Getting to Victoria and UVic

Visitor housing