Kayaking

Visitors love about Victoria. Here in the Garden City, kayakers of all skill levels are able to rent kayaks in small or large groups, and experience the city from the water. For more advanced kayaking, nearby Sooke (just 40 minutes from the city) offers guided tours of BC rugged coastline.

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Gardens & Parks

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The Empress Gardens & Lawn

Unwind with a leisurely stroll through our famous flower-filled grounds, lined with blooming beds flitting with butterflies and well-manicured greenery, maintained year-round by our hardworking gardening team.

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Holidays

Thanksgiving Turkey-To-Go

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with loved ones. This year, let the culinary team at Fairmont Empress prepare your Thanksgiving feast!

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Fitness

Biking

Victoria is one of Canada's most cycling-friendly cities with its beautiful scenery, harbour and temperate climate, making it a year-round cycling destination.