About the Area
Terra Verde located in the Heart of the City offers and abundance of leisure and recreation; something for every one, just step from your door!
Parks & Gardens
Victoria has the mildest climate in Canada, and its gardens are in bloom all yearround. From the groomed grounds of The Butchart Gardens and Beacon Hill Park to the city's signature flower baskets which grace downtown lampposts. Victoria is world renowned as the City of Gardens.
Downtown & Shopping
Stroll the Inner Harbour downtown's cobblestone streets and discover the city's colourful history while browsing Victoria's quaint shops, local markets and major shopping malls with everything from antiques, to local art.
Dining
Experiencing local cuisine, using the freshest local ingredients and flavours that reflect the wild Pacific Northwest, a number of fine dining restaurants, hotels and specialty food shops have put Victoria on the culinary map.
Museums & Heritage
Victoria's history is carefully preserved in our many historic sites, museums and heritage buildings. Victoria's several museums are rated among the very best in North America.
Theatre, Art & Entertainment
The pulse of Victoria can be felt threw the cities arts and entertainment. Experience live theatre, art exhibits, music concerts, festivals and film; year round.
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Golfing
Victoria's golf courses are many of Canada's most beautiful and challenging courses, with a climate that encourages golfing all year-round.
Boating
One of the most peaceful ways to experience Victoria is to view the Island from a unique vantage point, inaccessible by car. The straits surrounding Victoria are home to three resident pods of orcas. Whale watching tours can be taken out of Victoria's Inner Harbour.
Cycling
There are many excellent paved path-ways through Greater Victoria ideal for cycling. The Galloping Goose Trail is a 125km trail that has gradual grades suitable for all levels and connects housing districts and shopping areas. It is shared by pedestrians, cyclists and roller bladders alike.
Hiking
Victoria offers easy access to miles of scenic hiking trails that lead you through oldgrowth forests, along ocean shores and up mountains. Hiking in Victoria will challenge your physical fitness and reward your spirit.
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