Getting To and Around Downtown Victoria

Walker’s Paradise

Downtown Victoria’s easy to get around. For some, it’s like a big outdoor mall. Park, lock your bike, or get off the bus at one location, and explore the streets and shop windows.

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WALK

Downtown Victoria is ideal for walking. Curious about this city’s history? Check out our self-guided walking tours. For those with a sweet tooth, here are two guest blogs on candy shop walking tours of candy shops Part One and Part Two.

BIKE

Biking is hugely popular. There are a few bike lanes now, and more on the way. Grab your helmet and hey, it never hurts to brush up on your bike skills.

Ride on down to Centennial Square and get treated like a VIP! Free, safe, valet-style bicycle parking at City Hall, right off of Pandora Ave. Like a coat-check, but for e-bikes, cargo bikes, skateboards and more.

Don’t have a bike? There are many options to buy a bike, rent a bike, or rent an electric bike.

BUS

Victoria’s bus service is perfect for commuters and visitors. Check the BC Transit schedule and also NextRide, which gives you your bus’ real-time arrival.

In town to visit? The Hop-On Hop-Off double decker bus is an excellent way to explore the city.

CARSHARE

Carsharing is gaining popularity as an affordable and convenient alternative to private vehicle ownership. It’s more sustainable and reduces traffic, congestion and greenhouse gas emissions. Currently, the three Victoria providers are local co-operative Modo, Zipcar, and BC Evo Car Share.

CAR

You prefer to drive but parking’s a challenge? Check out the information here for help, and also our parking page can save your day. There are electric vehicle charging stations and many parking spots for people with disabilities.

HARBOUR FERRY

Offered mid-February to the end of October (weather permitting), the Harbour Ferry is a stunning and fun way to take in our beautiful harbour and city coast.

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