We walked up and down this street for a couple of hours and absolutely loved the experience. It's a wonderful area with many things to see and the views are magnificent. There are many shops to visitt as well and do some window shopping, or actually buy things.

Great street to check out while in Victoria. Lots of great little boutique shops, food options and close by attractions. How long you stick around is really up to you and your interests in particular shops and food options. It's great that it's essentially closed to cars during the day, which makes the back and forth across Government nice. Just be careful at crossroads, cars can still use those roads. Impossible not to visit Government street in Victoria if you want to really want to "see" and "experience" Victoria.

Since part of this street has been regulated to cater to walkers, it has become my favourite place to shop, linger or have a bite to eat. Being able to walk on the street itself makes me feel less crammed and gives me a safer perspective to view the trees, people and historical buildings. Tourists know it is a great part of their stop in this capital city. I feel proud to call it my downtown.