Top 8 Places to Visit in
Cordova Bay | British Columbia
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The Butchart Gardens
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The Butchart Gardens are often considered the best and most extensive gardens in British Columbia. Between mid-spring and summer, the flowers bloom, and there are spectacular displays of colours, lush greens and floral arrangements. The gardens have been growing for over 100 years, and there are over 900 bedding plant varieties split between 26 greenhouses. […]
- 800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8, Canada
- +12506524422
- https://www.butchartgardens.com/
Cordova Bay Beach
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Cordova Bay Beach makes for a fun day in the sun when the weather is warm. The spot is kid and dog friendly, and it’s a great place to birdwatch and see wildlife like clams if you’re in the area. The rock and sand beach stretches for hundreds of metres along the coast, making it […]
Elk/Beaver Lake Historical Park
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This Historical Park makes for a peaceful and restful stop in Cordova Bay. The park features beaches, a group picnic area and a fishing float that is accessible. There is also a nature centre and a large freshwater lake for swimming or other water activities like canoeing, kayaking and paddling. Guests can also use their […]
- 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada
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- https://www.crd.bc.ca/parks-recreation-culture/parks-trails/find-park-trail/elk-beaver-lake
Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse
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Sea Cider Farms has an impressive orchard where they grow apples to make their signature ciders. They have produced award-winning ciders with innovative flavours like orange, nutmeg, pumpkin pie, and cherry. Each of their unique offerings comes with recommended food pairings, as well as the story of how they came to be. They offer […]
The Gardens at HCP
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At the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific, guests will find impressive gardens that feature themed areas. The gardens are the only outdoor bonsai Gardens in western Canada, and this non-profit has been able to expand through the generous donations and volunteering of others. In addition to the spectacular assortment of plants, they sell potting plants […]
The Beach House Restaurant
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The Beach House Restaurant in Cordova Bay serves meals inspired by the local environment and international cuisine. Situated on the bay’s shore, the restaurant boasts stunning panoramic views of BC nature and wildlife. The menu features classics that highlight local ingredients like a cobb salad, seared salmon and braised lamb. Their seasonal patio makes for […]
- 5109 Cordova Bay Rd, Victoria, BC V8Y 2K1, Canada
- +12506585224
- http://www.beachhousevictoria.com/
Oak Haven Park
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The park is intended to protect and preserve the Garry Oak ecosystem in Brentwood Bay. Depending on the season, there are a variety of plants and wildlife to see, including a bloom of flowers in the spring. This location is popular for birdwatching, and several easy trails make for a peaceful outdoor walk with family […]
- 1251 Garden Gate Dr, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 2H6, Canada
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- https://www.centralsaanich.ca/our-community/parks-recreation-culture/parks/oak-haven-park
Tod Inlet trail
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The Tod inlet trail goes through the Gowlland Tod Provincial Park in Brentwood Bay. The trail is a 2.8km loop that takes roughly 1 hour to complete and is also dog friendly. The path, close to the Butchart Gardens, goes down a lush forest with tons of native species and wildlife to take in. There […]
- 6537 Wallace Dr, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8, Canada
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- https://www.victoriatrails.com/trails/tod-inlet/