LOCAL POINTS OF INTEREST
1 Craigdarroch Castle is a restored Edwardian era mansion which gives visitors a glimpse into the lifestyle of fabulously wealthy business tycoons in ages past. The castle is famous for its amazing woodwork and stained glass windows. View website.
2 The Fairmont Empress Hotel is the Grand Dame of Victoria. Elegant, sophisticated and dignified, this century old hotel has played hostess to Royalty and celebrities. Traditional afternoon tea is served daily and continues to be popular with visitors from around the world. View website.
3 The Victoria Ale Trail is a select group of English and Canadian style pubs and microbreweries. Scattered throughout downtown these establishments brew and serve some wonderful local beers and ales. For more information.
4 Chinatown is the second oldest in North America. The 1858 gold rush and the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway prompted a great number of Chinese to immigrate to Victoria. Today the Gate of Harmonious Interest welcomes visitors to the historic area filled with the colors, architecture, and foods of a people who contributed much to the growth of this beautiful city. Fodor information.
5 Antique Row is Victoria’s wonderful collection of antique shops. This is a great place to stroll and browse. Lined up in a row are some of Victoria's best antique stores to dream
and shop at. Antique Row has many antique galleries with historic items
telling the story of time. Items range all over the map from kitchen
ware, bedroom furniture, living room tables, chess sets, pictures and
coke bottles. Just allot of character. Antique Row in Victoria is
located on Fort Street starting at the Government Street intersection.
Source: Royal Caribbean Cruise website and respective websites
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