Vancouver Island

About this region

The Vancouver Island region includes three primary areas: North Island, South Central Island and Greater Victoria. This region includes Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands as well as a stretch of the mainland coast between Moses and Bute Inlets.

Tourism into this region of the province is strong during the summer with the main tourism locations of Victoria, Ucluelet, Nanaimo and Tofino. The key activities in this region are outdoor adventure experiences and soft, outdoor activities as well as festivals, events and conferences. The region includes over 50 First Nations.

Explore the Gardens

Hatley Park National Historic Site

Hatley Park: Majestic. Magnificent. Memorable.

Horticulture Centre of the Pacific

The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific (HCP) started with volunteers in 1979, today it is a hidden gem that captivates and inspires all year around, one of Canada’s top garden treasures. “Come for a visit, leave feeling like one of the family.”

Stroll across the Grand Lawn past historic Milner House.

Milner Gardens & Woodland

A one-of-a-kind woodland estate and gardens nestled in the peace that only an old-growth forest can provide; an oasis that rejuvenates the soul.

Naa’Waya’Sum Coastal Indigenous Gardens

Naa’Waya’Sum Coastal Indigienous Gardens are twelve acres of gardens, forest, and shoreline that explore the relationship between culture and nature.

The Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens, over 100 years in bloom, is recognized as a National Historical Site of Canada featuring a collection of floral show gardens.

Victoria Butterfly Gardens

Experience the warmth, beauty and romance of an indoor tropical jungle. Interact with tropical birds, tortoises, ducks, flamingos, geckos, iguana, 6000 free flying butterflies and much more.