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How much does it cost to travel to Victoria?

How much money will you need for your trip to Victoria? You should plan to spend around CA$200 ($151) per day on your vacation in Victoria, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, CA$30 ($22) on meals for one day and CA$41 ($31) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Victoria for a couple is CA$249 ($188). So, a trip to Victoria for two people for one week costs on average CA$2,803 ($2,114). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    CA$200
  • One Week Per person
    CA$1,401
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    CA$2,803
  • One Month Per person
    CA$6,005
  • One Week For a couple
    CA$2,803
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    CA$5,605
  • One Month For a couple
    CA$12,011
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A vacation to Victoria for one week usually costs around CA$1,401 for one person. So, a trip to Victoria for two people costs around CA$2,803 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs CA$5,605 in Victoria. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Victoria can often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.



How expensive is Victoria?

How much does a trip to Victoria cost? Is Victoria expensive? The average Victoria trip cost is broken down by category here. All of these Victoria prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.

While meal prices in Victoria can vary, the average cost of food in Victoria is CA$30 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Victoria should cost around CA$12 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Victoria is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.

The cost of a taxi ride in Victoria is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent CA$41 per person, per day, on local transportation in Victoria.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    CA$125
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    CA$249
  • Food2 Meals for one day
    CA$30
  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    CA$5.66
  • Local Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    CA$41
  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    CA$50
  • Tips and Handouts1 For guides or service providers
    CA$1.01
  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    CA$18
Last Updated: Oct 24, 2018
Flights to Victoria

How much does it cost to go to Victoria? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend SkyScanner because they can find the best deals across all of the airlines.




Typical tour prices for Victoria

How much do tours to Victoria cost? Multi-day tours can often be an effecient way to see the highlights of a country or region.

  • Contiki Tours for 18-35 year olds
    11 days
    $ 2250
    ($205/day)
  • Intrepid Small group tours for everyone
    15 days
    $ 2060
    ($137/day)
  • G Adventures Adventure and cultural tours
    14 days
    $ 1480
    ($106/day)
  • Trafalgar Award-winning tours
    8 days
    $ 1100
    ($138/day)
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Victoria Victoria Island, Canada
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.

Victoria has a temperate climate. The winters are mild and wet while the summers are cool and dry. During the winter months the average daily high is about 46 degrees Fahrenheit and the average daily low is just under 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The summers have an average high of about 68 degrees Fahrenheit and an average low of just over 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Sights
There is no shortage of sights around Victoria. There are many beautiful parks and gardens in the area, with some of the most popular and impressive being Beacon Hill Park, Butchart Gardens, and Abkhazi Gardens. If the weather isn't ideal, there are many museums around town as well. These include the British Columbia Aviation Museum, the Royal British Columbia Museum, Craigdarroch Castle Historical Museum, Miniature World, and the Victoria Bug Zoo. The Legislative Buildings are beautiful to see as well and light up at night with over 13,000 lights.
Neighborhoods
The oldest part of Victoria is the Inner Harbour. The city spreads north and east from there, with some growth in West Victoria. The Inner Harbour is where most visitors spend most of their time. The area has impressive architecture, horse drawn carriage rides, and double decker tour buses.

Downtown Victoria, also called Old Town, is the commercial and social center of the city. It's also one of the most popular areas to visit with many museums, shops, restaurants, and old buildings.

Chinatown is interesting but small. It covers two square blocks and is the second oldest Chinatown in North America.

James Bay, Ross Bay, Rockland, and Oak Bay were the areas where aristocracy once retired. Today they're beautiful residential areas with homes that have views of the surrounding area. Fernwood is another quaint residential area with much character. It has tree lined streets, great restaurants, and boutique shops. Victoria West was once the city's industrial zone, but has become one of the city's trendiest areas for young professionals. Saanich is in route to the ferry terminal and is a suburban residential area that is a pleasant place to live.

Activities
There are also some wonderful activities you can enjoy on Vancouver Island and in the city of Victoria. Some of the more popular options include whale watching, wine tasting, hiking, and boat cruises.

The city's nightlife is really centered around the downtown area where you'll find the highest concentration of bars and clubs. Taxis are usually reasonably priced, so if you can't walk to your destination, they offer a good option later at night.
Food and Dining
Dining in Victoria is an experience in and of itself. The city has the highest number of restaurants per capita in North America. You'll find no shortage of options with everything from pubs, seafood restaurants, international fare, and outdoor cafes available. Whatever your style and budget, you're likely to find something absolutely delicious and uniquely Victorian. It's a microcosm of the west coast restaurants in Canada.

Transportation
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Most people head to Vancouver Island and Victoria via BC Ferries. There are ferries that depart from Tsawwassen, to the south of Vancouver, and arrive at Swartz Bay, which is a half hour drive from Victoria. It is best to make reservations in advance during the peak season, although it is not always necessary.

Most people explore Victoria on foot, particularly the downtown area, which is compact and pleasant to walk around. There are buses that travel around the town and island. They are reasonably priced and offer a good option if you don't have access to a car and aren't open to walking. Victoria is also one of the most accommodating cities to bikers in Canada. Biking is a great way to experience much of the city.


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase.

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