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1 day · Victoria itinerary

Victoria in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Victoria? Whales and gardens. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Whales
  2. 2Butchart
  3. 3City
  4. 4Evening

Morning: whale watching

Out to see the orcas.

Afternoon: Butchart Gardens

The floral wonderland.

Evening: the city

The Inner Harbour.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Victoria — prices per person.

Victoria in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Victoria in one day?
Yes — whale watching, the gardens and the city fill a day.
What is the best one-day tour?
A whale-watching trip with the Butchart Gardens.
Is one day enough?
One day covers the highlights; add a day for wildlife.

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