Just a 20 minute brisk walk or a short bus ride from downtown. 1050 Joan Crescent. After an extensive restoration, the Empress is again one of the grandest hotels in Canada. The sheer immensity of the rooms coupled with its hardwood floors, oriental rugs, and chateaux style architecture, make this worth a visit. Make sure to see the mirrored ballroom.
Tea is served in the lobby.
Children and collectors alike will enjoy Miniature World, located in the lobby. 721 Government Street. Parliament Buildings Victoria is BC's capital city - and the stately Provincial Legislative Buildings are worth a visit. By night it is all lit by thousands of tiny lights. Royal British Columbia Museum Exhibits depict scenes from BC's often colorful history.