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Victoria

British Columbia, Canada · North America

About Victoria

Victoria is worth a stop: 26km from San Juan Islands.

Victoria is a city located in British Columbia, Canada. With a population of 289,625, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Victoria sits in Canada, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Vancouver time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Victoria to your route.

About Victoria

The Vancouver Island School of Art (VISA) is a private, non-profit post-secondary art school founded in 2004 and located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. It is accredited by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training and offers a

Read more PTIB-approved Certificate program in Visual Arts as well as individual courses and workshops.

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What are the best things to do in Victoria?

Victoria offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Victoria located?

Victoria is located in British Columbia, Canada, North America. The coordinates are 48.4359 latitude, -123.3516 longitude.

What is the population of Victoria?

Victoria has a population of approximately 289,625 people, making it a city in Canada.

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Quick Information

Population
289,625
Continent
North America
Country
Canada
Region
British Columbia
Timezone
America/Vancouver
Coordinates
48.4359, -123.3516

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Canada

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

CAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Winter tyres mandatory in Quebec December–March.

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Worth the detour from Victoria

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

San Juan Islands

A scenic Pacific Northwest archipelago accessible by ferry, renowned for orca whale watching, kayaking, and peaceful island life.

26 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Hurricane Ridge Viewpoint

A mile-high viewpoint in Olympic National Park with panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and on clear days, Mount Baker.

53 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Victoria

  • 53 kmHurricane Ridge ViewpointA mile-high viewpoint in Olympic National Park with panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and on clear days, Mount Baker.
  • 68 kmChuckanut Drive (WA-11)Washington's first scenic byway clings to sandstone cliffs between Bellingham and the Skagit flats, with oyster bars and Samish Bay sunsets over the San Juan Islands.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Victoria.

North Park

🇨🇦 Canada

0 km awayPop. 3,725

Fernwood

🇨🇦 Canada

1 km awayPop. 10,200

Hillside-Quadra

🇨🇦 Canada

1 km awayPop. 7,860

Victoria-Downtown

🇨🇦 Canada

1 km awayPop. 46,309

Oaklands

🇨🇦 Canada

1 km awayPop. 7,585

Jubilee

🇨🇦 Canada

2 km awayPop. 5,290

Rockland

🇨🇦 Canada

2 km awayPop. 3,740

Burnside-Gorge

🇨🇦 Canada

2 km awayPop. 6,875

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