Guidebook for North Saanich
Parks & Nature
Hikers can climb a host of winding paths up the hill. The tree canopy that covers most of the expanse provides respite from the blazing sun and evokes a feeling of serenity that one might not experience in a less sheltered setting. The shade also creates anticipation of the bright, wide-open at and near the summit, which sits 136 metres above sea level and is the highest point in North Saanich. You will get a 270-degree panorama that has wonderful views of the Saanich Peninsula, the Gulf Islands and the San Juan Islands. Birdwatchers will also appreciate the wood-peckers, hummingbirds, and migrating songbirds that pass through the area.
Plan for about a 40 minute round trip.
20 locals recommend
Horth Hill Regional Park
Willow RoadHikers can climb a host of winding paths up the hill. The tree canopy that covers most of the expanse provides respite from the blazing sun and evokes a feeling of serenity that one might not experience in a less sheltered setting. The shade also creates anticipation of the bright, wide-open at and near the summit, which sits 136 metres above sea level and is the highest point in North Saanich. You will get a 270-degree panorama that has wonderful views of the Saanich Peninsula, the Gulf Islands and the San Juan Islands. Birdwatchers will also appreciate the wood-peckers, hummingbirds, and migrating songbirds that pass through the area.
Plan for about a 40 minute round trip.
Sightseeing
The Butchart Gardens offer 22 ha (55 acres) of wonderful floral display located in Greater Victoria on Vancouver Island. The renown of the family owned gardens is widespread. Each year over a million bedding plants in some 900 varieties give you uninterrupted bloom from March through October. Almost a million people visit annually for spring’s colourful flowering bulbs; summer’s riot of colour, entertainment and Saturday Fireworks; fall’s russets and golds; the Magic of Christmas’ decorations; and winter’s peacefulness.
The Butchart Gardens has been designated a National Historic site of Canada.
Open every day of the year.
388 locals recommend
The Butchart Gardens
800 Benvenuto AveThe Butchart Gardens offer 22 ha (55 acres) of wonderful floral display located in Greater Victoria on Vancouver Island. The renown of the family owned gardens is widespread. Each year over a million bedding plants in some 900 varieties give you uninterrupted bloom from March through October. Almost a million people visit annually for spring’s colourful flowering bulbs; summer’s riot of colour, entertainment and Saturday Fireworks; fall’s russets and golds; the Magic of Christmas’ decorations; and winter’s peacefulness.
The Butchart Gardens has been designated a National Historic site of Canada.
Open every day of the year.
Thousands of tropical butterflies (up to 70 species) fly through the large facility. With surprises at every turn, you will encounter poison dart frogs, tortoises, large iguanas, flamingos, tropical dicks, free flying tropical birds and more. Stroll thought the lush gardens that include tropical flowers, carnivorous plants and fruits of the world.
Our kids love the newest exhibit, the Insectarium, where they can experience an array of impressive insects and invertebrates from around the world. One of my son’s favourite’s is the largest stick bug in the world.
137 locals recommend
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
1461 Benvenuto AveThousands of tropical butterflies (up to 70 species) fly through the large facility. With surprises at every turn, you will encounter poison dart frogs, tortoises, large iguanas, flamingos, tropical dicks, free flying tropical birds and more. Stroll thought the lush gardens that include tropical flowers, carnivorous plants and fruits of the world.
Our kids love the newest exhibit, the Insectarium, where they can experience an array of impressive insects and invertebrates from around the world. One of my son’s favourite’s is the largest stick bug in the world.
Canada’s aquarium and cultural centre for the Salish Sea. Come see over 160 species of marine life, a marine mammal artifact exhibit, and a unique coast Salish art collection and learn about, explore and conserve the Salish Sea Bio-region—its wildlife, waters, land, culture and people.
Our kids love the octopus and interactive sessions learning about starfish and other species of marine life.
75 locals recommend
Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
9811 Seaport PlCanada’s aquarium and cultural centre for the Salish Sea. Come see over 160 species of marine life, a marine mammal artifact exhibit, and a unique coast Salish art collection and learn about, explore and conserve the Salish Sea Bio-region—its wildlife, waters, land, culture and people.
Our kids love the octopus and interactive sessions learning about starfish and other species of marine life.
Food Scene
Deep Cove Chalet
11190 Chalet RdDeep Cove Winery
11195 Chalet RdDeep Cove Market
10940 W Saanich Rd