Things to See & Do During Spring Break in Greater Victoria

Get a preview of summer with a Spring Break in Victoria, BC. Home to Canada’s mildest climate, the city springs into the season a little earlier than everywhere else, and our blooms, blossoms, and birdies like to show off in the sunshine. Join us as we explore the top outdoor activities across our region.

A family explores Beacon Hill Park in Victoria, BC

Take a nature walk

Take a nature walk with your children and see what type of plants and colours you can find in bloom. Identify local flora and fauna and practice amateur birding at local green spaces like Beacon Hill Park. Greater Victoria’s parks are home to an abundance of wildlife so keep your eyes peeled for peacocks, owls and more.

Beacon Hill Park

A young family walks along a pathway at The Butchart Gardens in Victoria, BC

Visit The Butchart Gardens

Take a relaxing stroll through the 55 acres of gorgeous oasis at The Butchart Gardens. See The Gardens springing back to life after winter and take time to soak in the sights and sounds of this tranquil space.

The Butchart Gardens

Tide pools along Botanical Beach Provincial Park in Victoria, BC

Soak in the coast

Breathe in the smell of the sea as you wander along coastal trails. Visit local beaches like Willows Beach or Gonzales Beach to balance on driftwood logs, build sandcastles and look for sea glass. Peek beneath the sea by visiting the tidal pools at Botanical Beach. Take time to discover and learn about Vancouver Island’s coast.

Willows Beach Gonzales Beach Botanical Beach Provincial Park

Cherry blossoms outside the Coast Hotel Victoria in Victoria, BC

Wander Cherry Blossom Lined Streets

Experience cherry blossom season as you take a mindful and refreshing walk through Victoria’s neighbourhoods to bask in the vibrancy of spring firsthand. See if you can identify the various varietals of blossoms blooming. Find teacups hanging from the branches of the famous James Bay tree or visit the wishing tree in Fernwood. There’s a little bit of tradition everywhere you go in Greater Victoria.

A woman and her child explore downtown Victoria, BC

Meander Downtown Victoria

Take time to wander downtown and notice the classic architecture and beautiful city streets. It’s certainly a quiet time to see the city. Just remember to keep distance between yourself and others. See a storefront or restaurant you’re intrigued by?

A woman examines an ancient coastal cedar in a rainforest while forest bathing in Victoria, BC

Forest Bathe

Discover Greater Victoria’s temperate, second and old-growth forests as you explore the rich ecology of the Island. This ancient art of forest bathing will hopefully leave you with a lighter heart and connection to the diverse and expansive landscape of Vancouver Island. Venture up to Port Renfrew to wander amongst giants at Avatar Grove or stay close by as you take in one of the many local parks such as Goldstream Provincial Park, Thetis Lake, Gowlland Tod, Mount Work and others.

Goldstream Provincial Park Thetis Lake Regional Park

A couple paddleboards along the Gorge Waterway in Victoria, BC

Try a new adventure

Rent a kayak or paddleboard and take on a new adventure! This is a great activity to take on in tandem with your children. Just make sure to sport the proper safety gear and start on a lake in shallow water. You’ll get to see Greater Victoria from a unique perspective and get your heart pumping!

Ocean River Sports South Island SUP Kelp Reef Advetures

Three friends ride bikes along the Selkirk Trestle in Victoria, BC

Cycle Canada's most bikeable city

If biking is more your speed, take a pedal through Victoria’s scenic neighbourhoods. The days are warm and the streets are quiet so take time to explore nooks and crannies of the city you haven’t discovered before.

The Pedaler Cycling Tours and Rentals Pedego Electric Bikes Victoria Oak Bay Bikes Sports Rent

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