Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
Website: Greater Victoria Harbour Authority
We’re so lucky to have this beautiful attraction just 10-minutes from our door step! Fisherman’s Wharf is a unique marina where you’ll find – iconic colourful float homes, fresh fish and seafood kiosks, marine adventures (whale watching, kayak rentals), and boutique shopping!
Take a walk along the marina to check out the commercial fishing and private vessels. If you’re lucky, you might even see a harbor seal bathing along side the docks!
Date: February 19 – March 8 2021
Websites: Tourism Victoria
Dine Around is back, by popular demand! Support local culinary and hospitality businesses with special Dine Around menu options and rates. See Tourism Victoria for participating restaurants.
With many ways to get involved and 33 participating restaurants – dine out or order in. It’s a great way to safely spice up your evening.
@tourismvictoria and #DineAroundYYJ to share your experience!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, in Victoria!
The cherry blossoms have been spotted in bloom, on View Street! That means spring is just around the corner 🙂
Mid-February to May is typically the best time to see them. Keep an eye out as they blossom around town; painting the town pretty & pink, they’ll be hard to miss!
Grab a hot beverage and bundle up, it’s still chilly out there!
It only happens for a few days a year, but Greater Victoria received almost 20cm of snow in certain areas today! Downtown and around the hotel we received around 13cm’s with some more possibly arriving tomorrow.
For those who can safely make it, the cafes and coffee shops are open around us for hot beverages and our pool and hot tub are heated to warm up after you sightsee around our winter wonderland!
Call us at 1-250-388-5463 or 1-800-663-7515 for upgrade, parking or Valentine’s day specials.
Date: February 16 @ 9:00am – 4:30pm
Location: Butchart Gardens at 800 Benvenuto Ave.
Websites: https://www.butchartgardens.com/
Our friends at Butchart Gardens will be reopening after a temporary closure, just before the spring preparations. Enjoy the open air, beautiful gardens and wonderful dining options!
See their official website for hours, updated COVID protocols, and reservations.
Location: Lower Johnson Street
Websites: Downtown Victoria Business Association
Did you know! Lower Johnson Street has the highest concentration of boutique shops in Victoria? Not only are you sure to find a ‘local treasure’, but these colourful buildings and storefronts are not something you’ll want to miss!
With a selection of coffee shops and eateries, Market Square is an excellent stop for your afternoon!
Dates: February 12th
Location: In your bubble
Websites: Forbes – “How To Plan A Virtual Lunar New Year Celebration”
We will be welcoming the year of the Ox a little differently this year but it still can be special. View the attached article for some inspiration and go to our local shops in Chinatown to get the items you need to make it a great night. Our front desk can help you find some shops or restaurants that offer specific items you may be looking for.
Family day is fast-approaching! The Royal Scot is the perfect staycation getaway – we’re dog-friendly & kid-friendly! Our large suites with full kitchens will accommodate any family size.
Our pool & hot tub are open every day and we’re a just 5-minute walk from downtown or the ocean!
Need an early check-in or late-check out to accommodate the little ones naptime? Or maybe mummy and daddy need a nap too. We can arrange that for you!
Stop-by our friendly front-desk for a colouring book and a masked-smile 😍
If you want to book your suite, please call us directly at 1-800-663-7515 ☎
Dates: January 30th to May 29th
Location: Robert Bateman Centre
at 470
Belleville St.
Websites: https://batemanfoundation.org/current-exhibits/
This collection of Thomas D. Mangelsen’s highlight some of the natural world that he has highlighted for over 45 years. This display showcases just 40 works that documents species, landscapes and the harshness that is overcome in nature.