Alaska
Dock Port
Victoria
Canada
50 excursions
$19–$349
Moderately Walkable
British Columbia's charming capital city is often the last stop on Alaska cruises. Known for the Butchart Gardens, Inner Harbour, British colonial architecture, and excellent whale watching.
Cruise Port Intelligence
Dock Port
Ships dock at Ogden Point, a purpose-built cruise terminal about a 30-minute walk from downtown Victoria's Inner Harbour.
Moderately Walkable
A shuttle bus runs from Ogden Point to the Inner Harbour ($8 round trip). Downtown Victoria is very walkable once you arrive. City buses serve greater Victoria. Hop-on/hop-off bus tours are popular. Taxis are metered.
Best For
Garden lovers
Foodies
Culture seekers
Port Hours
Typical 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Currency & Language
Canadian Dollar (CAD) — some places accept USD
English
Safety
Very safe city. Normal urban precautions.
Insider Tips for Victoria
- Butchart Gardens is Victoria's #1 attraction — book ahead in summer
- The Inner Harbour area with the Empress Hotel and Parliament Buildings is beautiful for a stroll
- Victoria has a thriving craft beer scene — several breweries are within walking distance
- Whale watching from Victoria has very high success rates for orcas in summer
Excursions in Victoria
50 excursions available
