Destination Greater Victoria
Five Reasons Why Delegates Love Victoria, British
1. Natural Beauty and Climate The Pacific Ocean, old-growth forests, lush gardens, magnificent mountains, sweeping views and the mildest climate in Canada — Victoria is a spectacular city in every season. 2. Superior Service Victoria is internationally recognized for exceptional service and warm hospitality. It’s a relaxed island destination with all the amenities of a big city. 3. Unlimited Activities and Attractions The world-famous Butchart Gardens, outdoor ecoadventure activities such as whale watching, kayaking and fishing, museums, art galleries, afternoon tea, unique shopping and year-round golf — it’s all here in Victoria, all year long. 4. Culinary Experiences Victoria’s talented chefs and the island cuisine they create have garnered Victoria and Vancouver Island a coveted place on the world culinary map. 5. Accessibility Victoria is easily accessible from anywhere in the world whether by air or by ferry. Moreover, Victoria is a great walking city, ideal for group tours and individual exploring. And don't forget, incredible eco-adventures are literally steps away. Hop on a whale watching tour, zip through an old growth forest, head out on a salmon fishing charter or kayak around the harbor. Get active in Canada's fittest city and cycling capital of Canada with a tour on two wheels or a coastal hike through old-growth rainforests. After a day of adventure, relax with a glass of local wine or craft ale, and fresh seafood and island cuisine.
Getting Here
Victoria is easy to get to and the many transportation choices available make getting here an exciting part of the visit. Whether by sea or air, getting to Victoria and Vancouver Island becomes a sightseeing tour of the natural beauty of the West Coast.
Distance from airport
- Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
14.91 mi. from city center
Local Attractions
Fisherman's Wharf
Sea Cider Farm and Cider House
Chinatown
Hatley Park National Historic Site
Church and State Winery
Convention Centers
Victoria Conference Centre
A stunning homage to the cultures and traditions that make Victoria a great place to connect, Victoria Conference Centre (VCC) is Vancouver Island's largest conference facility.
- Exhibit Space25,000 sq. ft.Total meeting space77,000 sq. ft.
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Additional Information
Victoria has been consistently ranked among the best cities in the world, most recently earning #1 City in the World by Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards and #2 Favourite City in Canada by Travel + Leisure Readers. The city’s reputation as a community of leaders in future technologies also provides a strong business case for bringing a program to Victoria. The City of Victoria has already taken important steps to meet our emissions reduction targets, improve organic waste management, and build a resilient community through the implementation of the Climate Leadership Plan. We are home to North America’s first carbon-neutral airline, British Columbia’s first carbon-neutral hotel as well as becoming the first carbon-neutral Destination Management Organization in North America. Recently, Destination Greater Victoria was named a leading sustainable destination within North America through the Global Destination Sustainability-Index, one of the world’s leading sustainability performance programs for business events tourism destinations. Your attendees will be rejuvenated by Victoria’s fresh ocean air, inspired by year-round natural beauty and a warm island welcome, and delight in knowing that their meeting is being held in a destination that is committed to making its community sustainable for future generations. After all, without the destination, it’s just another meeting!