Southern Vancouver Island
Gardens, Vineyards & Capital Charm
Southern Vancouver Island enchants visitors with its breathtaking landscapes, from the stunning views of the rugged Sooke coastline to the vibrant blooms of the iconic Butchart Gardens. Immerse yourself in whale watching adventures, explore charming towns like Victoria and Sidney, and discover the serene beauty of Salt Spring Island and the Gulf Islands. This region offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and cultural experiences, making it an ideal getaway for every traveler.
Mild year-round climate with beautiful spring gardens and summer festivals
Expériences de la région
Historic attractions
Award-winning wineries
Island-hopping
Culinary excellence
Carte de la région
Southern Vancouver Island : repérez-vous et tracez votre route d’une ville à l’autre
Légende
Southern Vancouver Island : explorer les villes
Chaque ville a ses attraits, ses événements et son caractère
Langford
Découvrez tout ce que la ville a à offrir.
Salt Spring Island
Salt Spring is the largest of the Gulf Islands and it has three ferry terminals, so which one you use depends on where you start: Fulford from Swartz Bay, Vesuvius from Crofton, Long Harbour from Tsawwassen. The Saturday Market runs in Ganges through the warmer months.
Sidney
Population : 11 583
Sidney is the closest town to both Swartz Bay and Victoria International Airport, which makes it a practical first or last night on the island. Its main street runs down to the water and carries several bookshops; the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is at the end of it.
Sooke
Sooke is the last sizeable town on Highway 14 heading west out of Victoria, and the road past it carries on to Juan de Fuca Provincial Park and Port Renfrew. Sooke Potholes Regional Park is up the river behind town and East Sooke Regional Park is across the harbour.
Victoria
Population : 91 867
Victoria is the provincial capital and sits at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. The Inner Harbour, the Royal BC Museum and the legislature are within a few blocks of each other, and Butchart Gardens is about half an hour north of the city.
Lieux en vedette
Voir tous les lieuxA Taste of Victoria Food Tours
Victoria
Two-hour walking tours of Victoria with six tastings at locally owned restaurants and shops: one through Chinatown, Old Town and the Inner Harbour, a craft-beer route called Alleyways & Ales, and a Vistas & Views tour. Groups cap at twelve and meet at the Phillips Brewery tasting room on Government Street. Tours run Tuesday to Saturday at 11:30am and 2:30pm, from $99.95 a person.
Westcoast Bathhouse : Seaside Sauna
Victoria
Westcoast Bathhouse creates healthy social spaces around sauna, cold plunge and nature. Its location is at 1 Cooperage Pl in Victoria.
Kelp Reef Adventures
Victoria
Kayak tours from Fisherman's Wharf in Victoria: a three-hour, six-mile paddle at $120, a two-hour version at $80, and a 90-minute family trip in sheltered water using stable doubles, with children seven to twelve at half price. Gear, lifejackets, spray skirts, jackets, gloves, water and a dry bag all come with it. Harbour seals, river otters, herons and eagles are the regulars, and from July to September you may see seals with pups.
Cole's Bay Bed And Breakfast
Sidney
Three units on Ardmore Drive in North Saanich: a two-bedroom suite and a cottage, both over 1,100 square feet with full kitchens, plus a one-bedroom library room. Morning baking comes with the stay. The Ardmore golf course is across the street and Coles Bay beach a five-minute walk; the airport and the ferries are minutes away and Victoria about half an hour.
Japanese Head Spa by Ana
Victoria
Sukhothai Thai Spa
Victoria
Sukhothai Thai Spa combines compression, acupressure and passive stretching in traditional Thai massage in Victoria. Services include Thai Hot Oil Massage, Thai Foot Massage, Gua Sha Facial and Prenatal Massage. The spa does not offer Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) services, insurance claims or BC Health coverage.
Événements à venir
Voir tous les événementsTULUA
ArtSpring, Salt Spring Island
Dimanche 1er novembre 2026
ArtSpring – Theatre. Young but traditional—Tulua have been described by the Irish Independent as “one of the hottest young prospects in traditional Irish music”. Hailing from the south east of Ireland, Tulua successfully toured Canada in 2025—including as official showcase artists at the 2025 Folk Alliance International Conference in Montreal—and are now bringing their second album to our shores. Meaning ‘tribe of many paths’ Tulua have been deeply exploring and sharing music of their local area and other parts of Ireland, bringing the audience with them on a captivating journey of songs about love, tunes about life, and everything in between. Their passion for playing music has evolved together from a young age, and they combine their core of fiddles, voice, flute, guitar and piano with a host of other instruments. Expect a toe-tapping, fresh and fun evening of music that fills the theatre with energy and joy! Thank you to the Reinette Foundation, and Alison and Paul McManus, for sponsoring this performance. Sun Nov 1 | 4:30pm | Adult $45 | Youth $10 BUY TICKETS
Film "Dovzhenko. First Sight" (Victoria screening)
The Vic Theatre, Victoria
Dimanche 1er novembre 2026
Odesa, 1926. At the dawn of Ukrainian cinema, a young Oleksandr Dovzhenko defies the system to pursue his dream of creating true art. Screening of the Ukrainian film «Довженко. Перший погляд».
Spooky Pumpkin Walk
Dimanche 1er novembre 2026
November 1, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Pineridge Park
Take it to the Limit – The Music & Legacy of the Eagles
McPherson Playhouse, Victoria
Dimanche 1er novembre 2026
McPherson Playhouse. Experience the magic as “Take It To The Limit” brings to life your favorite Eagles hits, including classics like Hotel California, Heartache Tonight, Peaceful Easy Feeling, Take It To The Limit, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Long Run, New Kid In Town, Tequila Sunrise, Best Of My Love, I Can’t Tell You Why, Witchy Woman and many more!
The Electrocutionist Poetry Book Launch
Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion, Victoria
Dimanche 1er novembre 2026
Victoria-raised poet Danielle Hubbard returns to Vancouver Island to celebrate the launch of her debut poetry collection, The Electrocutionist, published by McGill-Queen’s University Press. Join Danielle at the Esquimalt Gorge Park Pavilion for an evening of poetry, conversation, drinks and light snacks, including readings from The Electrocutionist. The collection explores grief, family, desire, infidelity and the complicated ways people respond to loss. Free.
Women's Drop-In Hockey
SEAPARC Leisure Complex, Sooke
Dimanche 1er novembre 2026
Event Schedule: September 6, 2026 - December 20, 2026 Sunday, November 1, 2026 9:30pm - 10:45pm Sunday, November 29, 2026 9:30pm - 10:45pm Sunday, December 20, 2026 10:00pm - 11:15pm SEAPARC - 2168 Phillips Rd, Sooke, BC V9Z 0Y3 Tel: 250-642-8000
Southern Vancouver Island : planifiez votre escapade
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