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城市概覽

First-time visitors stepping into Vancouver Island might be surprised by the very different atmosphere as opposed to the city of Vancouver just across the Strait of Georgia. While the island is mainly quiet and laid back, Victoria is a step up as the largest city on the island, aided by the fact that the headquarters of nearly all of British Columbia's ministries and Crown corporations are located here. The quaint skylines in the city centre meet with the genteel designs on the outskirts of downtown which identify Victoria as one of the finest resort towns of western British Columbia.

History Victoria's prime location, right between the Canadian mainland and the Pacific Ocean, made the area one of the earliest modern developments of Canada. From its humble beginnings as a backup trade post for Fort Vancouver (at Vancouver in the USA's Washington State) erected by James Douglas in 1843, the city's port has witnessed numerous historic events that brought influxes of people from all over the world to Canada, from the Gold Rush to opium trade between Asia and North America. In 1885, Canada's first transcontinental railway was completed to Burrard Inlet on the mainland—and no further, meaning that Vancouver would become the leading port on Canada's West Coast. The Strait of Georgia prevented any further extension of the railway beyond Vancouver, to exploit Victoria's proximity to the Pacific Ocean. Instead, Victoria was developed as a resort town and a centre of provincial administration, taking advantage of its pleasant climate and lovely natural setting. The real estate boom after World War I is what gives the city its well-known character, with Edwardian skylines popping up in the city center that transition to genteel civility in the suburbs. A trip to Victoria would not be complete without admiring its classic buildings and a trip to the parks or the houses outside the city. Victoria was named in honour of the ruling queen of England in 1843 and designated a

如何抵達

By plane

Main airport

1 Victoria International Airport (YYJ IATA), 1640 Electra Blvd, Sidney (terminal), ☏ +1 250-953-7500. The airport is located 4.5 km southwest of downtown Sidney and 27 km north of downtown Victoria. (updated Apr 2022) Victoria (Swartz Bay) ferry terminal is served by BC Transit. Travel between Victoria and the airport involves the following bus routes, including transferring buses at McTavish Exchange: Route 88 operates between the airport, McTavish Exchange, and downtown Sidney on a half hourly frequency from Monday to Friday, and an hourly frequency on Saturdays and Sundays. Travel between the airport and McTavish Exchange takes 4 to 6 minutes. Route 70 operates between Victoria (Swartz Bay) ferry terminal and downtown Victoria via downtown Sidney and McTavish Exchange. It is a limited stop service, which is faster than route 72. Travel between McTavish Exchange and downtown Victoria takes 35 to 45 minutes. Route 72 operates between Victoria (Swartz Bay) ferry terminal and downtown Victoria via downtown Sidney and McTavish Exchange. Travel between McTavish Exchange and downtown Victoria takes 45 to 60 minutes.

Seaplanes Victoria Inner Harbour is a much more convenient port of entry right at the heart of town that serves helicopters and floatplanes. There are daily departures from the harbour on the north side of Vancouver's downtown (35 minutes; $157), Vancouver International Airport (30 minutes; $135), and as far south as Seattle's Lake Union (55 minutes). Seasonal flights from Tofino (1 hour).

Seaplane airlines Harbour Air, ☏ +1 604-274-1277, toll-free: +1-800-665-0212. Operates seaplane flights mostly to coastal communities in southwestern British Columbia. (updated Apr 2022) Kenmore Air, toll-free: +1-866-435-9524. Operates flights in coastal areas of Washington state flights that travel to the south coastal areas of British Columbia. (updated Apr 2022)

Helicopter airlines Helijet, toll-free: +1-800-665-4354. Operates

當地交通

By foot Walking is an easy, free, and fun way to explore the entire downtown area. Make your way from hotel to museum to shops; stop for coffee; stroll along the harborside; grab a pint and some fish-n-chips.

By bike Biking Victoria is one of the most bike-friendly cities in Canada, which may have something to do with the very mild winters. There are many places to rent bikes. One place is CycleBCRentals, at 685 Humboldt St. (☏ +1 250-380-2453 or toll-free ☏ +1-866-380-2453). Bike rentals start at $25 for day (Jan 2025), and they also rent scooters (from $100/day) and motorbikes (from $150/day) here. Bikesvictoria.com offers affordable bike rentals starting at $20 per day (Jan 2025).

By public transit BC Transit (Victoria Regional Transit System), ☏ +1 250-382-6161. (updated Mar 2022) Runs a bus network within Victoria, between Victoria and the Saanich Peninsula including Sidney, and between Victoria and cities to the west including Langford and Sooke. Regular fares are a flat $2.50. Children aged 5 and under are free. Bus tickets can be purchased in books of ten, and give a slight discount. Day passes are also available; they cost $5.00 cash, or two tickets. No transfers are available with a single cash fare -- buy a day pass instead. Victoria, along with Kelowna, Toronto and Ottawa, is one of only a few cities in North America which use double decker buses in their city transit systems. Some notable bus routes, all which operate daily: 61 - During morning and afternoon rush hours from Monday to Friday travels between downtown Victoria and Sooke with numerous trips. Outside of those hours, the route travels between Langford and Sooke (connects with route 50 in Langford during this time). 70, 71, and 72. Routes between Victoria and Swartz Bay ferry terminal stopping along the way in Sidney. Routes 70 and 72 operates daily with numerous trips, while Route 71 operates Monday to Friday with limited trips. Route 70 makes limited stops and is the fastest o

必看景點

Many of Victoria's attractions (and tourist activity) are in or around the Inner Harbour and downtown, including the Parliament Buildings, the Empress Hotel, the Royal BC Museum and Beacon Hill Park. If you're pressed for time, it would be hard to go wrong spending your time there. Beyond the harbour are a handful of attractions, including the renowned Butchart Gardens, and many parks and beaches with trails, views and fewer tourists.

The Inner Harbour and Downtown The Inner Harbour and area is the focal point of many trips to Victoria. It has the bulk of the must-see tourist attractions, and the artists, buskers and other entertainers add to the atmosphere. Many find it fascinating to watch the float planes taking off and landing. In the springtime, the Inner Harbour is filled with many beautiful flowers.

1 Beacon Hill Park, Douglas St & Dallas Rd (head south on Douglas St from downtown; or take Bus #3). Large park close to downtown with trails, lakes, gardens, splash pads/playgro