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Crystal Garden Conservation Centre
Stroll along the meandering paths of an indoor tropical rainforest to discover hundreds of blossoms, butterflies and a small zoo housing endangered birds, mammals and reptiles.
Address: 713 Douglas Street Victoria BC V8W 2B4
 Send an Email (24)  1 250 953-8815
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Bear Hill Regional Park
The topography of this 46ha park was carved out by receding glaciers 15000 years ago. Every spring the park is covered in wildflowers and possible activities include hiking, horseback riding and nature appreciation.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Finnerty Gardens
Located on the University of Victoria campus, these expansive gardens exemplify the natural beauty of Vancouver Island. In April and May visitors can see one of Canada's largest displays of rhododendrons in full bloom, as well as three ponds and more than 4,000 different tree and shrub species.
Address: Cedar Hill X Rd Victoria BC CAN V8P 5C2
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Cadboro Gyro Park
Cadboro Gyro Park is a 5.3 ha beach park. This family friendly recreation area has public washrooms, picnic tables, playing courts, and plenty of green space and playing fields ideal for sports. Other activities including swimming and boating.
Address: 25 minues northeast of downtown Victoria BC CAN
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Goldstream Provincial Park
Located 16km from downtown Victoria, Goldstream Provincial Park is filled with scenic wonders and energetic wildlife. See waterfalls and abandoned gold mine shafts while hiking the park. A multitude of picnic spots exist, making Goldstream an excellent day excursion. There are also 163 campsites for overnight guests.
Address: Junction of Hwy #1 and Finlayson Arm Road Sooke BC
Send an Email (4) 1 250 474-1336
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Lone Tree Hill Regional Park
Those who make the 30 minute hike to the summit of Lone Hill will be rewarded with views of Victoria, Mt. Baker and the Olympic Mountains. The park is covered in wildflowers as well as Douglas-fir, western red cedar, and Arbutus trees.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Government House
The Government House is the official residence for the Lieutenant Governor of BC. This garden has an impressive array of gardens with themes such as: English Country, Winter, British Columbia Native Plant, Herb, Rose and Rhododendron. The gardens are in full bloom from May through September. Guided tours are available upon request.
Address: 1401 Rockland Avenue Victoria BC Canada V8S 1V9
1 250 387-2077
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The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific
Located 20 minutes away from downtown Victoria, the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific is dedicated to promoting efficient gardening practices to visitors and students. This centre features teaching gardens, wetlands and rare native plants.
Address: 505 Quayle Road Victoria BC Canada V9E 2J7
1 250 479-6162
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Abkhazi Garden
Abkhazi Garden is an exquisite heritage garden which was created in the late 1940's by Prince and Princess Nicholas Abkhazi. The garden, gift shop and tea room is open from March 1st to September 30th, Daily from 11am to 5pm. $10.00 for adults,$7.50 for students and seniors. Guided group tours can also be arranged in advance.
Address: 1964 Fairfield Road Victoria BC V8S 1H4
Send an Email (10) 1 250 598-8096
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Devonian Regional Park
Guests can visit the cobble beach on Parry Bay and view Juan de Fuca Strait, or hike the forest trails. The park is a wilderness sanctuary that sits amoung the farmlands of Metchosin and has picnic tables, toilets and an information kiosk.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Spectacle Lake Provincial Park
The freshwater Spectacle Lake can be used for swimming, kayaking, canoeing and fishing, as well as skating in the winter. The park has a 2km (1.2mi) hiking trail, and a day-use picnic area with pit toilets and a water pump.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Beacon Hill Park
This 183-acre park features beautiful gardens and outdoor summer performances and concerts.
Address: . Victoria BC
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Gonzales Hill Regional Park
This 2 ha park contains Gonzales Observatory, a heritage building built in 1914 that was formerly used as a weather station. The Juan de Fuca Strait and Washington States' Olympic Mountains can be viewed from the observatory.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Butchart Gardens National Historic Site
Featuring 55 acres of floral finery and spectacular views along the paths and expansive lawns, the Butchart Gardens are a Victoria landmark and as of 2004, a National Historic Site of Canada. In 1904, the Butchart Gardens began as an effort by Jennie Butchart to beautify a worked-out quarry site on the 130-acre estate of her husband, industrial pioneer R.P. Butchart. The gardens are now open to the public and are one of Victoria's most popular attractions.
Address: 800 Benvenuto Ave. Brentwood Bay BC CAN V8M 1J8
Send an Email (239) 1 250 652-4422
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Gowlland Tod Provincial Park
This park is a base for many recreational opportunities including hiking, wildlife viewing and picnicking. There are 25 km (15 mi) of hiking trails for all skill-levels, and the park is located in a protected and biodiverse area. Scuba divers from around the world come to nearby Tod Inlet because of the marine life it holds.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
Send an Email 1 250 474-1336
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Thunderbird Park
Thunderbird Park draws visitors for its impressive display of totem poles. This large-scale collection of Kwakwaka'wakw art is a popular downtown attraction. During summer First Nations artists can be observed carving and painting totem poles here.
Address: 675 Belleville St. Victoria BC CAN
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English Country Gardens
At the same site of Anne Hathaway's Cottage (a reproduction of the original in Stratford-Upon-Avon) is a charming English garden complete with thatched cottages and water features. Visitors are welcome to stroll the 5-acres of this estate year round.
Address: 429 Lampson Street Victoria BC V9A 5Y9
Send an Email (6) 1 250 388-4353
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Mount Tolmie Park
Located in Saanich near the University of Victoria campus, Mount Tolmie shows off both the city's natural beauty and spectacular scenery. Those who prefer a smooth path can walk the road to the top of the mount, while those more daring can take the steep slope to the top. Once at the summit hikers are rewarded with 360 degree views of Victoria, the Gulf Islands, and the Coastal Mountains.
Address: Cedar Hill X Road Victoria BC CAN V8P 1X7
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Elk / Beaver Lake Regional Park
With sandy beaches and bright blue lakes, this is one of the most widely used parks in the area. The lakes can be used for swimming, waterskiing, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and rowing. The park's many trails are designated for activities such as hiking, cycling and horseback riding.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Glendale Gardens & Woodland
Glendale Gardens are situated just north of Victoria on 103 acres of government leased land. The park includes a conservation park, facilities for private and community events and 6 acres of spectacular gardens showcasing over 10,000 varieties of plants. Designed to demonstrate landscaping and gardening techniques suitable for the Pacific Northwest, the gardens take one more step towards a sustainable world.
Address: 505 Quayle Rd. Victoria BC CAN V9E 2J7
Send an Email 1 250 479-6162
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Mount Douglas Park
A park with parking and picnic facilities as well as trails that lead to the beach along Cordova Bay and up Mount Douglas. Those who climb to the summit will be rewarded with views of Victoria, Saanich, and the Cascade and Olympic mountains.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Race Rocks Marine Protected Area
This area was designated an eco reserve in 1980 to protect, the whales, otters, sea lions, seals, birds and various underwater marine life that exists here. Fishing is prohibited but the area is a good site for diving. Access is by boat only and those interested in the area can visit with one of the eco tour groups that operate out of Sooke and Victoria.
Address: . Victoria BC Canada
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Victoria Butterfly Gardens
One of the largest butterfly conservatories in Canada with over 1,000 square meters of garden. Observe beautiful butterflies, luscious gardens, and birds. The Gardens import, breed and release butterflies back into their environments.
Address: P.O. Box 190, 1461 Benvenuto Ave Brentwood Bay BC CA V8M 1R3
Send an Email (49) 1 250 652-3822
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