Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Victoria
THE 10 BEST Indoor Things to Do in Victoria on a Rainy Day
Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Victoria
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James Bay
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- WestCoastRestlessCentral Oregon, OR274 contributionsWe spent a long afternoon here in the exhibits and at the Imax. The exhibits were really interesting and even kept the kids (tweens) engaged. The IMAX was fantastic. We saw the one on the Arctic one in 3D and it was beautiful, but sad (talking about the impact of climate change). Definitely don't rush through and savor the exhibits.Written January 6, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alyssa LBolingbrook, IL54 contributionsThe staff was really helpful and knowledgeable of the castle! It was amazing how many stories it is and included some fun facts. There were many rooms, yet some of them didn’t have some historical pieces in them just information stands which made them just feel a little barren and the tickets each person are about $30 CAD. Not sure why there was a Ouija Board in the billiards room which kind of spooked me, unless it’s historical and was used by the family before.Written October 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Usia2014Calgary, Canada1,953 contributionsIt’s probably one of the most photographed buildings in Victoria because it is so regal looking in the day time. However, in the evening when all the lights are on it looks magical. We’ve been inside and it’s very nice. Also, we’ve had a delicious lunch in the small restaurant in there. Because it’s a government building, the outside area is often the site of protests as well.Written January 29, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kettering20Kettering, UK174 contributionsIconic hotel that has a prime location in Victoria. The rooms are large in size but have very small bathrooms for the size of room. Water pressure was not great either on the 4th floor so you felt like you needed to run around in the shower to get wet.
Do make sure that you check out the Veranda terrace at night. It offers stunning sunset views and the excellent staff provide blankets and fire pits should the weather prove a little chilly. It's here that you can also sample the fantastic chocolate cake on the dessert menu and some excellent Canadian winesWritten September 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - WestCoastRestlessCentral Oregon, OR274 contributionsWe visited with two tween children. The kids loved the displays, which were interesting for sure. It's a bit pricey (like $20CAD for adults), so if you decide to go, make sure you take your time enjoying the displays.Written January 6, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- VectorBosonUpstate New York96 contributionsA small zoo yet a fascinating experience. A good range of creatures displayed in a series of aquaria. Stick insects to cockroaches to spiders to woodlice to goodness knows what. We spent about an hour and a half looking around and taking photographs (flash not permitted, understandably).Written October 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Deborah MKelso, WA3 contributionsEveryone in our group of 6 (4 adults and 2 eleven year olds) had a wonderful time. The tour was fun and educational. We all recommend it.Written March 20, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bohemian_me84Calgary, Canada2,082 contributionsIt’s a such a beautiful piece of architecture ! I am not really religious person but I do appreciate this as a spiritual place . It’s very old European looking .
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Donation .Written June 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - operalover939Toronto, Canada2,930 contributionsThe performance of Osvaldo Golijov's opera Ainadamar is the reason for the excellent rating. Fine performances throughout of a notable modern work. The Royal Theatre itself rates a very good rating. It's a classic movie palace of a century ago and never really meant for opera. The pit is too small and shallow, for example. Still, it serves quite nicely.Written February 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- operalover939Toronto, Canada2,930 contributionsThe AGGV is not large, but it usually has at least one or two fine exhibitions. Star of the shows this time is the "In the Flesh" exhibition, featuring a wide array of sources. The smaller exhibitions are less interesting but still worthwhile.Written February 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- operalover939Toronto, Canada2,930 contributionsThe museum occupies a relatively small space on Humboldt Street, having left the old courthouse on Bastion Street some years ago. It does not seem to be well-funded and is closed half of the week. However, at present it has an interesting exhibition on lighthouses on the West Coast of B.C. Even more interesting is the series of small films on the sinking of the S.S. Princess Sophia in the Lynn Canal, en route from Skagway to Victoria, in October 1918. Still the most costly maritime disaster in the North West Pacific in human terms — everyone on board, some 350 people, drowned — the way it developed makes a gripping tale. There are also some very attractive models of ships that operated along the coast over the decades.Written March 7, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sandra’s impressionsLondon, UK70 contributionsGreat brewery with lots of tasty beers. Very comfortable tap room with reasonably priced beer and the ability to taste them all in a flight for a really good price! Would highly recommend!Written July 9, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elsbeth D23 contributionsOur guide Pascal gave us a thorough and entertaining tour through this Victoria mansion and home of one of Canada’s greatest artists. While not many of the furnishings or decor pieces are original to the home, great effort has been made to recreate the atmosphere , the furnishings, and possessions within to represent the time period and the Carr family’s station in Victoria’s society. Many anecdotes of Emily Carr’s life and that of her sisters created a rounded view of life in Victoria during Emily’s childhood and later life as a female artist. The re-creation of the wall coverings and paint colours true to the time period shows the dedication of the society committed to preserving this home. Well done.
An observation, a query was, why is there no caretaking, simple sweeping or vacuuming to keep the entry, the hallways, carpets, and stairway free of gravel, leaves and dirt tracked in by guests. The time period rugs and lovely painted canvas flooring certainly will suffer from the accumulation winter debris,Written February 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MakrilScotland, UK308 contributionsGreat brewery serving really good beer, friendly servers.
Tried the beer flight and gin flight both great.
Good pizza too.Written February 18, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - marimbagirlvancouver island75 contributionsI have been to this house many times . it is set up from the "hay days" of the family that lived there and you can do the guided tour with the "Chinese servants" speaking about what life was like. " . It is an industrial area now but don't miss it if you are visiting and like history. the build over gorge waterway has a bad history too. don't miss it. In the summer there is a tea room for a snack too..Written October 28, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
