Victoria Sunsets

The picture is courtesy of Mizuen Kano, Sunset of Ogden Point

It’s SUMMER!! the best season to enjoy the sun:)

Some of our staff favorite spots include:

<James Bay / Downtown area>

  • Ogden Point Breakwater
  • Dallas Road Beach
  • Clover Point
  • Victoria’s inner Harbour
  • Moss Rock Park

<Hiking spot / Cedar Hill area>

  • Mt. Tolmie
  • Mt. Douglas
  • Summit Park
  • Cattle Point

<Esquimalt area>

  • Saxe Point Park
  • MacAulay Point Park
  • Highrock Park

Get the directions from our friendliest Front Desk team and enjoy the beautiful sunsets and sunrises in Victoria!

FISHERMAN’S WHARF

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When: 365 days

Where: Inner Harbour, James Bay, Downtown Victoria

Have you been to Fisherman’s Wharf?

It is one of the must-go-to spots in James Bay area, which is just 10 minutes-walk from the Royal Scot!

You can spice up your social media by capturing the colorful and beautiful scenery of the Fisherman’s Wharf Float Homes.

If you are a foodie, you can’t miss their authentic Barb’s Fish and Chips, Jackson’s Ice cream, and everybody’s favorite the Mini Donuts!!

You will also have the pleasure in catching a glimpse of Victoria’s very own popstar’s “The lovely chunky boys” – SEALS!! They are normally spotted swimming up and down the cute dock along the colorful marine houses. Not only that but the local fish store sells food (fish) for you to feed them – be careful even though they look super cute, do not get your hands too close to them – they might bite you.

Splash Around Town Music Festival 2022

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When: July 22 – 31st, 2022

Where: Various locations throughout the week

Symphony Splash Around Town will start with the opening night on July 22 with various ticketed performances at The Royal Theatre, Christ Church Cathedral on July 26 & 27 and the Atrium on Yates on July 29.

They will also welcome a diverse range of musical guests in a series of free concerts at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park and on the Lawn of the BC Legislature the whole day on Sunday, July 31.

The orchestra will finish in style with all-time favourites and dazzling fireworks around 9:30 – 9:45pm!

Stay with us at the Royal Scot Hotel, just minutes away from the iconic Victoria Inner Harbour, and enjoy this wonderful summer festival!

The Victoria Flamenco Festival is back next week

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Get your dancing shoes ready, Victoria!

The Victoria Flamenco Festival is back, for its tenth year in a row, showcasing a mix of local and international dancers, singers and guitarists collaborating to bring their love of the fiery art form directly to you!

This year, the event will incorporate a mix of virtual events, free in-person and ticketed events and workshops.

Flamenco dance workshops will also be available throughout the week of the event, with registration for both Elementary/Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced levels now open for the public.

Ready to dance? You can see the full Flamenco Festival schedule on their official event website https://www.victoriaflamencofestival.com .

NORTHWEST DEUCE DAYS CAR SHOW IS BACK

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When: July 14th – 17th, 2022

Where: Inner Harbour, Downtown Victoria (just seconds away from our Royal Scot Hotel)

The semi-annual Northwest Deuce Days, which brings thousands of classic car enthusiasts and owners to the island since 1998, is set up to return this year after a 3 year hiatus!

With hundreds Deuces rolling into the town, the Northwest Deuce Days takes place in our beautiful capital city of Victoria on July 14th – 17th, 2022. In addition to the name-sake Deuces, the festival also welcomes hot rods and street rods and other vintage cars.

Don’t miss out the opportunity to be a part of the largest gathering of Deuces anywhere in the world. Give us a call at 250 -388-5463 or 1-800-663-7515 – we still have some availability at the Royal Scot Hotel https://royalscot.com !

Emily Carr House is now open for public!

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Where: Emily Carr House at 207 Government Street, Victoria BC

When: Every Saturday, by appointment only

The beautifully restored provincial and national historic site in Victoria, BC, the birthplace of famed writer and artist, Emily Carr has been reopened for public every Saturday, by appointment only.

With an architecture described as both “San Francisco Victorian” and “English Gingerbread,” all agree that the heritage Emily Carr House is on the must-see list of attractions in Victoria.

Centrally located only four blocks from Victoria’s Inner Harbour and the Royal Scot Hotel, Emily Carr House offers its visitors a chance to gain an insight into Canada’s first, and best known, independent artist and writer.

For more information please visit their official website https://carrhouse.ca .

Most Anticipated Culinary Program of 2022 Returns to Victoria next week

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When: January 20th – February 6th, 2022

Where: More than 40 restaurants of Greater Victoria

The tastiest time for foodies to visit Greater Victoria is coming later this month with Dine Around Festival.

Easily one of Victoria’s most beloved culinary events gives locals and visitors the chance to indulge in some of the destination’s finest restaurants offerings by choosing from a $20, $30, $40 or $50 set menu.

Enjoy a delightful dinner full of the high quality food and drink offerings in one of the participating restaurants located just minutes away from our Hotel and experience ultimate relaxation in our swimming pool and hot tub afterwards.

The list of participating restaurants can be found on https://www.tourismvictoria.com/eat-drink/dine-around/dine-around-restaurants with their special menus getting added weekly.

Old Town Is All Lit Up for the Holidays!

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Where: Royal BC Museum at 675 Belleville Street

When : 10 am-6 pm daily from now until December 31st, 2021

This year, ring in nostalgia with the iconic festive lighting and seasonal decorations in Old Town in Royal Museum of British Columbia. 

Visit the wood-cobbled streets lined with festive garlands and see the shops decked in holiday finery one last time— until 6:00 p.m. December 31, 2021 (included with museum admission).

The museum will be closed on December 25, 2021 and January 1, 2022.

MUSEUM ADMISSION:

Adult (19+) $26.95, Senior (65+) $18.95, Youth (6-18) $16.95, Student (19+ w/ ID) $18.95, Child (3-5) Free

The tickets can be purchased online at https://royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/visit/tickets-admission

To ensure the safety of the staff and visitors the museum has implemented COVID-19 protocols informed by the advice of the public health authority and do require a proof of COVID-19 vaccination to gain entry. Face masks must be worn in all indoor public spaces, and this applies to all people 5 years and older, regardless of vaccination status.

Santa Parade is back to Victoria this year

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Santa is set to reign his reindeer through Victoria’s light fest once again.

After a year hiatus due to the pandemic, organizers of the 39th annual Peninsula Co-op Santa’s Light Parade announced the yearly tradition is returning!

Presented by the Greater Victoria Festival Society, the parade will start around 5:30 p.m. at Government and Belleville Streets on Saturday, November 27th.

The display starts at Belleville Street and ends in Centennial Square — dubbed “Christmas Square” for the evening and will feature food trucks, bouncy castles, crafts and music from 4 p.m. onwards.

Stay tuned and make sure to kick off the 2021 holiday season with one of Victoria’s most beloved Christmas traditions!