ca/ 13. Victoria Butterfly Gardens Tortoise Found near Butchart Gardens, the Victoria Butterfly Gardens feature far more than just butterflies. These indoor tropical gardens house up to 75 types of unique butterflies and moths, plus tropical birds, fish, and reptiles. In 2017, the Butterfly Gardens likewise opened an. eXp Realty® , flamingos, parrots, tortoises, frogs, and iguanas wander around the jungle environment.
Address: 1461 Benvenuto Ave, Central Saanich Authorities website: http://www. http://butterflygardens.com/ 14. Victoria Bug Zoo Victoria Bug Zoo How I See Life/ photo customized This might not be for everyone, but if you want to check out the wonderful world of bugs, or perhaps try to overcome your fear of spiders, this is the place to visit.
The facility has a variety of bugs from all over the world, a number of which you can hold and communicate with. The critter-focused tourist attraction lies next to the Magnolia Hotel, easily walkable from Victoria's Inner Harbour. Address: 631 Courtney Street, Victoria Official site: http://www. http://victoriabugzoo.ca/ 15. Chinatown and Fan Tan Alley Chinatown in Victoria Photo Copyright: Lana Law Joining the Old Town is Victoria's little, but however charming, Chinatown.
A century back, 8000 individuals lived in the Chinese quarter. In 1971, it became a designated historical district. Among the preferred sightseeing stops in Chinatown is the exceedingly narrow Fan Tan Street. Located about 2 thirds of the method up Fisgard street as you head north to Government Street, the easy-to-miss entryway is on the right-hand side.
Fan Tan Alley in Chinatown Photo Copyright: Lana Law Down this little alley you'll find a bonanza of interesting stores and dining establishments. Photographers will remain in their component attempting to capture the perfect shot, thinking about the special angles and tricky lighting. If you head south of Chinatown, cross Shop street, and turn right towards the water on Swift street, you'll discover a wonderful location of old structures and dining establishments with water-view outdoor patios.