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15 Tours in Victoria Worth Booking

29 tours  ·  from $5 a head

The 15 best tours in Victoria you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - What you might see, from humpbacks to bald eagles
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Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

1.Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,259 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $154Our pick

From Victoria’s Inner Harbour, you’ll cruise the Strait of Juan de Fuca aboard a spacious catamaran with heated indoor seating, open decks, washrooms, hot drinks, and three or four guides. Naturalists such as Megan, Reid, Jessy, and Janae explain the whales and other wildlife, while the crew sends you free high-resolution photos afterward.

“I’ve always hesitated to do a whale watching tour for fear of being one of those heartless boats that chases and harasses the animals. So I was very pleased to see that this tour operator explained why they were not getting too close and other things they did to ensure the whales’ safety and comfort. The naturalists on board were really knowledgeable about not just whales in general but about the specific pod we were watching. Although we kept our distance, one of the whales swam right up to the boat and then passed underneath a few times. It was beyond thrilling. The boat had a variety of spots to…”

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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour - Market Square and Victoria’s working past
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

2.Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,015 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $82

Spend about two hours walking from Phillips Brewing to Victoria’s Inner Harbour with Andy, an engaging local guide who blends city history with generous tastings. Expect chocolate, tea, biscuits, spring rolls, pierogi, beer, and other local bites, plus stops around Fan Tan Alley, Market Square, Bastion Square, and Chinatown.

“Second time on this tour. Great experience! Andy is an excellent tour guide and his tour provides a great combination of food and history. Would highly recommend!”

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Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure - Why the flotation suit matters on the Salish Sea
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Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure

3.Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 916 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $154

Set out from Victoria Harbour in a 12-passenger open Zodiac with a guide such as Gary, Mark, George, or Raj. Expect a fast, close-to-the-water ride, all-weather flotation gear, and a search for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, otters, and other marine life. The whale-sighting guarantee gives you another chance if whales stay hidden.

“Amazing experience and was so happy to see Orca whales. The captain was able to locate a pod of killer whales soon after arriving to the San Juan Islands.”

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Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria - What makes the one-hour route practical
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Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

4.Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 816 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $17Best value

Follow guides such as Fiona, Naomi, Chris, and Kristia through downtown Victoria after dark. In about an hour, you’ll hear ghost stories tied to historic landmarks, learn the darker side of the city’s past, and finish in haunted Bastion Square. The walk is easy, capped at 18 people, and runs in all weather.

“The ghost tour was the highlight of our time spent in Victoria, Canada. Very awesome experience that I would highly recommend.”

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Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour - The ride is part of the attraction
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Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour

5.3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 651 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Join Orca Spirit Adventures at Victoria’s Inner Harbour for a three-hour Zodiac trip guided by a certified marine naturalist. Expect fast runs, cool spray, flotation cruiser suits, hydrophones, and a strong chance of seeing Bigg’s orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, porpoises, otters, and bald eagles. Guides such as Luke, Josh, Liam, and Mick are known for sharp wildlife knowledge and skilled boat handling.

“Luke our guide was amazing and showed us all we hoped for and bonus seeing 26 Orcas having a Tea Party. Hands down the best experience, highly recommend!!!”

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The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria - Meeting near the Fairmont Empress
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The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria

6.The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $44

Ride from downtown Victoria to Butchart Gardens in about 35 minutes, with English commentary from drivers such as Sarah, Rob, and Emily. You get roughly three hours at the 55-acre garden, then return by shuttle. Admission is extra, and hourly departures make it easy to set your own pace.

“very informative driver to and from the garden. Bus is ready to return to Victoria every hour on the hour so whenever your garden experience is done there is not much wait.”

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Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel - The first part of the cruise: settling in and searching
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Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel

7.Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 482 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $136

Cruise from Victoria’s 146 Kingston Street aboard a covered vessel with indoor seating, washrooms, and a small 360-degree viewing deck. Marine naturalists such as Ryan, Jake, Briar, and Liam explain whale behavior while the crew searches for humpbacks, orcas, sea lions, otters, and eagles. The trip lasts about three hours and runs rain or shine.

“The whole experience was special from boarding to completion due to the enthusiastic, knowledgeable and helpful crew. We were fortunate to see Orcas and Humpbacks on our trip including seeing flukes twice (a lifetime ambition). Comfort and safety on board are obviously a priority for the team but the engagement and interaction added to our enjoyment.”

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Victoria Whale Watch Tour - Naturalist talks that make the wildlife easier to understand
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Victoria Whale Watch Tour

8.Victoria Whale Watch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 458 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $126

Cruise Victoria’s Salish Sea aboard SpringTide’s 60-foot Ocean Cruiser for about three hours. Naturalists such as Katie, Aly, and Leon explain the whales and habitat while the crew searches for orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, seals, otters, and eagles. Choose a morning or afternoon trip, with a heated cabin, hot drinks, and outdoor viewing decks.

“It was such an amazing experience!! We saw Orcas and a Humpback whale! The crew was amazing and very informative the whole time! Jasper was a great Captain! This was the best part of our trip to Victoria!”

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COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix - The city tour: Victoria in one useful hour
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COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix

9.COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 456 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $106

This five-hour Victoria outing pairs a narrated city tour with admission to Butchart Gardens. You get hotel pickup, a reserved seat, garden tips, and 2.5 hours to explore on your own. Guides including Tyko, Mark, Jim, and Markus have been praised for local stories and humor. Small vehicles offer three photo stops, though they have no room for luggage, strollers, or wheelchairs.

“Tour director is witty and knowledgeable. Happy to answer questions; very friendly and courteous also.”

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Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal - James Bay’s Victorian homes and local coffee stop
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Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal

10.Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180

Meet your guide at Ogden Point and explore Victoria by private pedicab for about three hours. You’ll pass James Bay homes, Emily Carr House, Beacon Hill Park, the Inner Harbour, Old Town, and Fan Tan Alley. Guides such as John, Adrian, Christian, and Taylor are known for lively stories, local tips, photos, and flexible stops.

“ADRIAN Van Drunen was absolutely superb!! Processional, witty, Kind & Courteous. He made our short visit a wonderful memory. Such a huge amount of information and facts… and personal insights to living on this beautiful island. Thank you Adrian”

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From Victoria: Whale Watching Trip on Covered Boat - Finding orcas and humpback whales
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From Victoria: Whale Watching Trip on Covered Boat

11.Whale Watching Trip on Covered Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 427 reviews · 3 hours · from $132

Cruise the Salish Sea for three hours with certified marine naturalists such as Ryan, Sophia, Jake, or Liam. Look for orcas, humpbacks, seals, porpoises, and eagles from indoor or outdoor decks, with hot drinks and a free photo package included. Hotel pickup and a second tour are available if no whales appear.

“The experience is really good my kids love it the team are very awesome. Liam, Jake and i forgot the captain are so amazing.. they really take time bring us to the area where we can see the orca, sealions and many other creatures.. we love so much is the boat we have the option to stay on deck or inside the boat with free coffee and hot chocolate.. thanks again guyz our family really enjoyed it.”

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Victoria: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - Crossing waters where orcas and humpbacks travel
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Victoria: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

12.Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 387 reviews · 4 hours · from $149

Set out from Victoria’s Wharf Street aboard a purpose-built catamaran with up to three marine naturalists. Search the Salish Sea for orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, eagles, and more from heated indoor seating or open decks. The crew provides hot drinks, live commentary, free wildlife photos, and a return trip if no whales appear.

“Fantastic trip. Amazing guides and so much information to learn. We saw orcas and a humpback whale that breached. Would highly recommend.”

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Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria - Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse from the water
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Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

13.Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 342 reviews · 3 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Join Orca Spirit Adventures for a 3-hour-20-minute Zodiac trip from Victoria’s Inner Harbour. You’ll suit up, race toward Race Rocks, and look for orcas, humpbacks, seals, sea lions, otters, and bald eagles. Guides such as Shannon, Tyler, Vicky, and Garryn may lead the boat. Expect spray, cold air, and a small group of up to 12 people.

“Shane gave a very enthusiastic, fun, and informative tour ! Saw both orcas and humpbacks, couldn’t ask for more ! Would def do again !”

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Victoria: Hop-On-Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour - The first loop: see Victoria before choosing your stops
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Victoria: Hop-On-Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

14.Hop-On-Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 315 reviews · 3h 30m · from $48

Start outside the Fairmont Empress and spend up to 210 minutes touring Victoria by open-top double-decker bus. English narration covers local history and Indigenous cultures, while 15 stops let you explore Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Oak Bay, Beacon Hill Park, and more. Guides such as Norm, Erin, and Brian have earned praise for clear, friendly commentary.

“Best way to see Victoria and all it’s unique communities.”

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Victoria Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalists - Searching the Salish Sea for whales
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Victoria Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalists

15.Victoria Whale Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalists

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 305 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

From 645 Humboldt Street in Victoria, you’ll cruise the Salish Sea for about three hours with two onboard naturalists. Look for orcas, humpbacks, minke whales, seals, sea lions, porpoises, otters, and marine birds. The boat holds up to 40 people, and guides such as Sam, Brianna, Sophie, and Nour bring strong local wildlife knowledge to the trip.

“We had a great time on the boat and seeing Orcas. The crew was awesome and very knowledgeable. I would go again.”

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