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Victoria BC (Vancouver Island Canada)

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Region West Coast USA and Canada

Local Time 2024-07-05 15:53

Port Victoria BC cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Victoria BC, Vancouver Island Canada. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Victoria Harbour (BC Canada) cruise port is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island in the Canadian province British Columbia. This is the most visited port of call on "Alaskan Canada" cruise itineraries. Near the cruise terminal is located the ship repair facility Esquimalt Graving Dock. Its drydock can handle Panamax-size vessels and is among the largest on North America's west coast.

Victoria BC is approx 100 km (60 mi) from Vancouver BC (mainland Canada), approx 100 km (60 mi) from Seattle WA (mainland USA) and approx 40 km (25 mi) from Port Angeles WA (by ferry across Juan de Fuca Strait). The city is accessible by airplane (year-round), cruise ships (seasonally) and ferries - including the Victoria Clipper ferry (regularly scheduled daily service Victoria-Seattle the whole year-round).

Besides Victoria BC, Alaska-based liners to Vancouver Island may also stop at Port Hardy (on the island's northeastern coast). Port Hardy (population around 4,000) has a natural resources-based economy as the gateway to Vancouver Island's best places for a travel vacation - Cape Scott Provincial Park, BC Marine Trail and North Coast Trail. All are located on the island's northernmost tip. The town provides access to popular wilderness vacation experiences and activities, such as kayaking, rafting, caving, scuba diving, surfing, nature camping.

Ferries from Port Hardy to Prince Rupert (on Kaien Island) depart every day during the summer's peak season.

For 2021-2027 is scheduled a CAD 3 billion dock expansion project aimed to double the existing Esquimalt Graving Dock's berthing space. The federal government/state-owned facility will be significantly upgraded to provide services (refits, repairs, and regular maintenance works) to passenger ships (cruisers and state ferries) as well as to Navy vessels. Currently, Seaspan (USA) and BC Ferries account for most of Esquimalt Dock's use.

For the period 2021-2030, the facility was booked for a total of 217 vessels, of which 34 cruise ships and only 27 operated by CCG-Canadian Coast Guard, Royal Canadian Navy or other federal agencies. The taxpayer-funded project also includes building a warehouse for Seaspan which operates the shipyards in Victoria and Vancouver.

Port Victoria BC

The Port (locode CAVIC) is managed by Greater Victoria Harbour Authority/GVHA.

The Port's cruise shipping operations started in 1978. Currently, the cruise port's contribution to the local economy is estimated at ~USD 130 million. The cruising season runs from April through October.

In 2014, the cruise port handled 210 ship calls and over 454,000 passengers. In 2016 were handled 224 ship calls. In 2017 were handled 239 ship calls (record year) with 600,000 passengers plus 239,000 crew. In 2018, the cruise port handled 243 ship calls and ~640,000 passengers plus ~260,000 crew.

In June 2017, the port welcomed its 7 millionth cruise ship tourist (since 1978), who arrived on Explorer of the Seas ( RCI-Royal Caribbean ). At the end of season 2017, the port started to provide ground transportation (cruise terminal bus service) via joint-venture with the local companies "CVS Tours" and "The Wilsons Group".

For season 2018, Port Victoria BC was upgraded with an extended mooring dolphin allowing berthing for the ever- largest Alaska-based cruise liner Norwegian Bliss ( NCL ). The vessel (max capacity 5200 passengers plus 1730 crew) was scheduled for an inaugural visit to Victoria BC on June 8, 2018. In 2018, the cruise port handled 250 ship calls, with nearly 640,000 passengers plus 230,000 crew.

In 2018, GreenPower Motor Company (Vancouver Canada-based manufacturer) sold two electric double-decker buses (model EV550) to the local CVS Tours company.

• The new buses are primarily used for cruise passenger transportation from and to Ogden Point Terminal. The 5-year lease-purchase program was specifically designed for CVS Tours. In 2018, the port's bus shuttle service (between the terminal and downtown) was upgraded with new and quieter buses via partnership between GVHA, The Wilson's Group of Companies (Vancouver Island-based) and CVS Tours (sightseeing tour company based in Victoria BC).
• The new bus deal resulted in forming a new joint venture company ("Pacific Northwest Transportation Services" / abbrev PNWTS) between Wilson’s and CVS Tours. The investment in new tour buses also consolidated companies' tour services offered from Ogden Point cruise terminal, The port authority signed an exclusive 10-year terminal access contract to PNWTS to provide cruise bus shuttle services on the terminal, as well as to supply all shore excursion buses.

Victoria BC cruise schedule has listed vessels from major Alaskan-based fleets, including Holland America , NCL-Norwegian , Disney , Princess , Carnival , Celebrity , as well as the luxury brands  RSSC-Regent , Oceania , Crystal , Seabourn , Ponant . Their ships usually stop in Victoria on relocation cruise itineraries (to and from Alaska). According to CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), after Europe, Alaska is currently the world's second-leading cruise ship travel destination (excluding Asia).

On October 1, 2018, started works on the Ogden Point Cruise Terminal berth extension project to allow docking of Royal Caribbean's Quantum-Class liners (GT 200,000 tons, LOA length 348 m, max capacity 4800 passengers plus 1300 crew). The USD 6,8 million budgeted project was scheduled for completion by May 12, 2019, when Ovation of the Seas started its 2019 Alaskan program from homeport Seattle WA with 7-day roundtrips to Juneau , Skagway and Victoria BC. By this project was extended the port's existing cruise berth (by 55 m / 180 ft) and were added concrete bollard platforms and 2 breasting dolphins (fixed on each side of the extended pier). This structure assists in berthing (takes up some loads), also keeps the ship from pressing against the dock and serves as a mooring point (restricting the vessel's longitudinal movement). For the construction works was contracted Ruskin Construction Ltd.

In early-February 2019, was reported that Ogden Point Terminal's expansion project was impacted as the mooring dolphin's piles were lost at sea. The China-made steel structures were built for Pier B's 58-m extension. Construction works were scheduled to start in May but were rescheduled for September. The project was completed in 2020-Q1.

In April 2019, GVHA (Harbour Authority) and NCLH (Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd) signed a 12-year guaranteed berthing agreement (to 2030). The deal provided NCL with a guaranteed berth (during port calls) at Victoria Cruise Terminal's Pier A South.

In October 2019, over environmental concerns, Victoria BC's city council approved a motion to limit the number of visiting cruise vessels. In 10 years (2010-2019) the cruise shipping traffic increased from 212 ship visits (~440,000 passengers) to 265 calls (~1 million passengers plus crew). This industry generates ~USD 130 million annually.

For season 2019 (April 16 - October 25), the cruise port handled 257 ship calls (from scheduled 264) and 709,042 passengers (plus 294,956 crew). For maiden visits were booked the liners Ovation of the Seas  ( RCI ),  Queen Elizabeth  ( Cunard ) and  Azamara Quest  ( Azamara ). In June-October 2019, NCL repositioned Norwegian Joy  (sistership of  Norwegian Bliss ) homeporting it in Seattle for weekly calls at Victoria BC (scheduled for Saturdays). On May 17, 2019, at Ogden Point was welcomed cruise port's 8-millionth passenger. Meghan Lorenzon (from Davenport FL USA) was traveling together with her husband (Brent Petkus) on their honeymoon cruise on NCL Joy ship.

For season 2019 was planned to be completed the lengthening of Pier B (via a mooring dolphin) to allow berthing for the world's largest cruise vessels (RCI's Oasis-class, GT 225K tons). With a year delay, the project was completed in April 2020. Pier B's extension was delayed after in December 2018 was lost at sea the custom-fabricated (in China) steel for the dolphin's construction. Construction works included placing into the seabed (dockside) 2x steel monopiles (combined length 291 m / 955 ft) and 2x concrete platforms with reinforcement caps.

In mid-December 2020, GVHA announced that Victoria Cruise Terminal (Breakwater District) will be upgraded with shoreside power connections at Pier B (2 berths that handle ~2/3 of the cruise port's ship calls). When completed, the USD 24 million project will result in reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by over 46%.

For season 2020 (April 3 through October 21), the port had 284 booked berthings/ship calls by 12 companies, with estimated ~770,000 cruisers. However, the entire season was canceled due to the Coronavirus crisis.

For season 2022 (after a 2-year pause in operations), GVHA's cruise schedule (March thru October) listed 334 ship calls with estimated ~0,79 million tourists. Maiden port calls were booked for the large-sized liners Norwegian Encore (NCL), Quantum of the Seas (RCI), Majestic Princess (Princess).

In 2023, the Port reported a record season with handled 326 ship calls and ~970,000 tourists (+26% over 2022). Maiden visits made the liners Carnival Luminosa (CCL), Scenic Eclipse (Scenic USA) and L’Austral (Ponant). The season was also highlighted by the Port's 10-millionth cruiser.

Victoria BC cruise terminal

Victoria BC cruise port terminal is located at Ogden Point (distance to downtown approx 1,5 mi / 2,5 km). Victoria International Airport is approx 18 mi (29 km) from the passenger terminal. The address is "202–468 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9, Canada".

Port Ogden Point has 2 cruise ship docks - "Pier A" and "Pier B". Each dock has two deepwater berths (with excellent approach and mooring) and its own Customs and Immigration. Currently, Ogden Point has capacity to accommodate three vessels simultaneously. However, each year there are several 4-ship and even 5-ship days, usually arriving within 1 hour of each other.

Since 2020, at Pier B can dock world's largest passenger ships (RCI's Oasis-class). The expanded facility allows berthing for vessels with max LOA length 350 m (1148 ft) and volume 225,000 GT-tons.

The passenger terminal's facilities include paved car parking, cargo storage areas, passenger gangways (embarkation/disembarkation ship-to-shore bridges), garbage disposal, baggage handling facility, freshwater, phones. At the cruise terminal's dockside, there are exchange bureaus and gift shops. Available are taxis and shuttle bus services to downtown. The distance is very walkable. Available for rent are bicycles. passengers can also use pedicabs and rickshaws, and even horse-drawn carriages.

In 2017, GVHA (Greater Victoria Harbour Authority) started planning minor cruise port upgrades to make Victoria BC a turnaround destination (homeport) for smaller-sized Alaskan ships departing on roundtrip itineraries.

• Ogden Point cruise terminal (where vessels dock) would need minimal upgrades to become a homeport (by the year 2020). Port's statistics show that cruise tourism spending ashore (on hotels, restaurants, bars, etc) brings to city's economy between USD 40,000 and USD 2 million per ship (depending on vessel's size/capacity).
• The draft plan for the port redevelopment project included building new commercial and retail facilities along Dallas Road (35-hectare sized property) and construction of a dedicated cruise terminal with an underneath parking garage (for tour buses). By the project will be built the First Nations (cultural and retail shopping complex), heliport, boat launch facilities, possible hotel (near breakwater's head).

On October 1, 2018, started works on the Ogden Point Cruise Terminal berth extension project to allow docking of Royal Caribbean 's Quantum-Class liners (GT 200,000 tons, LOA length 348 m, max capacity 4800 passengers plus 1300 crew). The USD 6,8 million project was scheduled for completion in May 2019 but postponed for November. By this project, Port's existing cruise berth was extended by 55 m (180 ft) and concrete bollard platforms and 2 breasting dolphins (fixed on each side of the extended pier) were added.

Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal

Swartz Bay is a terminal in North Saanich BC, serving BC FERRIES (Canadian state-owned passenger ferries ). The terminal facility covers an area of 12 hectares (30 acres) and is located approx 32 km (20 mi) north of Victoria Harbour. The terminal is also part of British Columbia Highway 17. This is a 2-highway system - one on Vancouver Island, and one on mainland Canada. Both are connected by daily-scheduled ferry links.

Currently, the ferry terminal has 5 berths. In 2006 was inaugurated "Berth 2" (floating dock, project cost CAD 25 million). The terminal facility consists of administration building, main building (terminal with Cafeteria and Coffee Shop), several kiosks (rented by local artisans and vendors), pay parking.

Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal provides daily service to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal (mainland British Columbia), and also connects Vancouver Island to all major Southern Gulf Islands (Salt Spring, Mayne, Pender, Galiano Island).

The ferry terminal is connected to several public transit routes. Route 70 is an express bus service (1-hour drive) linking with downtown Victoria BC. Swartz Bay and Victoria BC are also connected via Lochside Regional Trail (length 29 km / 18 mi). The terminal is approx 10 min drive from Victoria International Airport.

Victoria BC tours, shore excursions, hotels

City tours and shore excursions.

Inner Harbour: the central harbor area. It is major attraction in the city. The area is surrounded by beautiful historical buildings – the Empress Hotel and the Legislative Buildings. There are many small streets leading from the Inner Harbour, where you can buy Canadian art and souvenirs.

Royal British Columbia Museum: it is the area of the Inner Harbour. You can explore the history of the people in British Columbia, their live and heritage. The gallery displays also temporary exhibitions.

National Geographic IMAX Theatre: centrally located, has 400 seats.

Butchart Gardens: Canadian National Historic Site located in Greater Victoria.

Pacific Undersea Gardens: located in the Inner Harbour area. The Undersea Theater shows Live Dive Show where you can see the sea bottom.

Carriage Tours: Tally-Ho Carriage Tours – Horse Drawn Carriage Tours offer the most relaxing way to see Victoria in unique way. They operate since 1903 and offer guided tours of the city.

Downtown Victoria Ambassadors: dedicated volunteers that will help you anytime, anywhere in the city. The team serves the tourists for 15 years.

Craigdarroch Castle: inside you will find stunning collections of woodwork, stained glass and furnishings from the Victorian era. If you want to take an amazing view of Victoria, climb the 80 stairs to reach the castle’s tower.

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• ms Eurodam 2.525 passengers 05 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Discovery Princess 4.402 passengers 05 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Crown Princess 3.674 passengers 06 Jul 2024 - 22:00
• Majestic Princess 4.272 passengers 06 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Norwegian Encore 4.903 passengers 06 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Quantum Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 07 Jul 2024 - 22:00
• Explora 1 1.473 passengers 08 Jul 2024 - 20:00
• Oceania Regatta 803 passengers 08 Jul 2024 - 23:00
• Carnival Spirit 2.549 passengers 08 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Queen Elizabeth 2.503 passengers 10 Jul 2024 - 00:00
• Ovation Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 11 Jul 2024 - 22:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 11 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Norwegian Bliss 4.903 passengers 12 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• ms Eurodam 2.525 passengers 12 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Discovery Princess 4.402 passengers 12 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• ms Westerdam 2.362 passengers 13 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Norwegian Encore 4.903 passengers 13 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Majestic Princess 4.272 passengers 13 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Quantum Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 14 Jul 2024 - 22:00
• Silver Muse 691 passengers 14 Jul 2024 - 23:00
• Norwegian Sun 2.323 passengers 14 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Carnival Spirit 2.549 passengers 15 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Carnival Luminosa 2.712 passengers 17 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Explora 1 1.473 passengers 18 Jul 2024 - 19:00
• Ovation Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 18 Jul 2024 - 22:00
• Oceania Regatta 803 passengers 18 Jul 2024 - 23:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 18 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Norwegian Bliss 4.903 passengers 19 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Discovery Princess 4.402 passengers 19 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• ms Eurodam 2.525 passengers 19 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Norwegian Encore 4.903 passengers 20 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• ms Westerdam 2.362 passengers 20 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Majestic Princess 4.272 passengers 20 Jul 2024 - 23:59
• Quantum Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 21 Jul 2024 - 22:00
• Carnival Spirit 2.549 passengers 22 Jul 2024 - 23:59
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• Carnival Luminosa 2.712 passengers 24 Jul 2024 - 23:59
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Victoria, British Columbia

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Victoria: tourist information

Victoria, capital of British Columbia, sits on the craggy southern end of Vancouver Island. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city.

• Country: Canada
• Capital: Ottawa
• Government: Canada
• State/Region: British Columbia
• Time Zone: -8 GMT
• Language: English, French
• Latitude: 48.4333333
• Longitude: -123.3500000
• Est. Population: 76360
• Currency: Canadian Dollar
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• Hospital: Victoria General Hospital. 1 Hospital Way Victoria, BC. Tel: (250) 727-4212
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Port rating and occupancy

Port of Victoria ranks 158th in the world in terms of the number of tourists visiting it.

Number of cruise ship calls in the coming year: 0 .

The total number of tourists (passengers) of cruise ships in the port of Victoria in the next 12 months is 0 .

According to the popularity rating among more than 1,000 cruise ports in the world , Victoria ranks 117.

Weather in Victoria

Current water temperature in Victoria now is 49°F (9.5°C)

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Cruises to Victoria, British Columbia

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Victoria Cruise Port Guide

Though Toronto and Vancouver are the more famous Canadian destinations, it’s high time for the sophisticated and beautiful city of Victoria, British Columbia (BC) to have its big moment. On a Canada cruise , the quaint charm and English manners of Victoria will take you back in time to the days of British occupation in the 19th century. Victoria is known as “the garden city” for its lushness and its commitment to keeping the city beautiful. Head to Butchart Garden or Beacon Hill Park to enjoy nature during your time in port. 

Of course, a little history lesson is another must while on a cruise to Victoria, BC. Tour the expertly maintained Craigdarroch Castle and the Parliament Buildings, or stop in the Royal BC Museum, a natural history museum dedicated to the history of human settlement in the region. There’s also the Emily Carr House, a museum dedicated to the life and works of the famous painter, Emily Carr. Victoria exudes an intellectualism where art galleries and afternoon tea await you, but so do long bicycle rides along the seafront. Stylish cafes and restaurants are modernizing the city, all while maintaining its signature look: something straight out of a postcard. 

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Top sights & attractions for cruises to victoria bc, emily carr house.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 4pm, the Emily Carr House is a thoughtful dedication to the life of an incredible local painter. Her paintings were inspired by and paid tribute to the indigenous populations living on the Pacific Northwest coast. Touring her home is a must-experience tribute to both Canada and Carr herself.

Craigdarroch Castle

The Victorian-era Craigdarroch Castle looms over you as you arrive. It’s hard to believe a castle this magnificent is located in one of Victoria’s neighborhoods on Rockland Avenue since it looks like something out of a period movie. A guided tour of the castle is a must. Explore the nooks and crannies, tour the grand halls, and soak in the opulence while learning about the original builders and residents of the castle, the Dunsmuir family.

Parliament Buildings

History buffs shouldn’t miss the Parliament Buildings during a Victoria, Canada cruise. Located on Belleville Street, these government legislative buildings light up at night. Take the free 45-minute tour if you have time. You can also check out the Legislative Library or catch a spirited debate or two. 

Royal BC Museum

Go back in time through millions of years of natural history at the Royal BC Museum, which is one of Victoria’s most informative museums. It’s one of the best ways to get a nuanced understanding of the lives of indigenous people before colonialism. This attraction offers an ideal afternoon of learning for all ages.

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Top things to do in victoria bc, go art gallery hopping in victoria.

On a cruise to Victoria, BC, one thing you’ll discover is a burgeoning and impressive art scene. A gallery tour is a must-do activity for art lovers, like the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria on Moss Street or the Avenue Art Gallery for contemporary Canadian art. After your gallery hop, end the day with a glass of wine or by relaxing at Beacon Hill Park.

Afternoon Tea at Butchart Garden

55 acres of garden and 26 greenhouses mean you  could easily spend an entire day at Butchart Garden lost in thought among some of the most beautiful blooms in Victoria. One definitive Victoria experience is afternoon tea at the Butchart Garden. The traditional afternoon tea is a centuries-old practice featuring sandwiches and snacks that you can book in advance of your cruise to Victoria, BC.

Explore Beacon Hill Park

If you’re craving time in nature or some relaxed family fun, look no further than the free and conveniently located Beacon Hill Park on Cook Street, behind the Parliament Buildings. Pack a picnic, take photos of the world’s largest totem poles, or stroll the grounds while visiting on a Victoria, Canada cruise.

Top Food and Drink Spots Near the Victoria BC Cruise Port

Il Terrazzo

Address: 555 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 1M2

For a romantic Italian experience, sit on the patio at Il Terrazzo to enjoy the sea breeze and a full-bodied glass of red wine. Pasta, fish, and wood-fired pizzas are the classic fare here. The ambiance of Il Terrazzo, its deep-red brick walls, and upscale feel make for a good date night.

10 Acres Kitchen

Address: 614 Humboldt St, Victoria, BC, V8W 1A4

Ethically raised livestock and farm-to-table inspiration are what sets 10 Acres Kitchen apart from other restaurants in the area. Close to the harbor, 10 Acres Kitchen uses its seasonal, ever-changing menu to support the area’s fishermen and farmers. Try the mouthwatering salmon with smoked tuna rice and locally farmed turnips, the homemade gnocchi, or the fresh-picked summer squash.

Aura Waterfront Restaurant and Patio

Address: 680 Montreal St, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8

Another waterfront spot for a night out in Victoria, Aura is all about the ambiance. It’s a good spot to get classic entrees like duck, freshly-shucked oysters, and hearty steaks.

Culture & History of the Victoria BC Cruise Port

As the capital and cultural heart of British Columbia, Victoria has something to do for everyone. Though Victoria isn’t as big as Toronto or Montreal, it makes up for its size with charm, history, and plenty of wide-open garden space. The harbor city of Victoria is one of the oldest cities in the region, and as a capital, Victoria has made a name for itself with its museums, gardens, and traditions like afternoon tea ceremonies, castle tours, and other refined activities. Today, more and more young people are flocking to BC and Victoria specifically for technology jobs, breathing new life into the city. On a cruise to Victoria, BC, you’ll quickly gain knowledge of British colonialism in the 19th century and how British occupation continues to impact the personality of Victoria today. After all, the city was named for Queen Victoria herself.

Victoria BC Port Facilities & Location

The Victoria port, called Ogden Point, is one of the busiest ports in all of Canada, with plans to grow and expand in the near future to accommodate growing cruise traffic. The port is currently more tailored toward deep water vessels, not just cruises.

Transportation in Victoria BC

It’s pretty easy to see plenty of downtown Victoria on foot, but many rent bikes to get around the city since there are an abundance of biking trails. There’s also a shuttle available to take cruise passengers from the port to downtown, and taxis are available on your cruise to Victoria, BC.

Shopping Near the Victoria BC Cruise Port

The closest shopping to the Ogden Point port is the Beaver Gift Shop. It’s open during peak season from April to October and offers many of the souvenir items you might need, including handy items like umbrellas, hats, and gifts for back home. In downtown Victoria, go shopping at the Bay Centre on Government Street, which is just off the shuttle bus route. Bay Centre has higher-end items like jewelry, fine chocolates, clothing boutiques, and more.

Local Currency & Tipping Customs

In Victoria, the Canadian dollar is the official currency. Credit and debit cards are almost universally accepted, and ATMs are widespread. Tipping in Canada follows these best practices: tip 15% for waitstaff at a restaurants, 15% for taxi drivers, and tip a dollar per drink to your bartender.

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Victoria, British Columbia's capital, is an occasional Cruise Port during the USA cruise season, especially at the beginning or the end of the cruise season, when cruise lines have unique itineraries as they reposition their ships from the south to the north, or vice versa.

Currently, foreign-flagged passenger vessels that visit more than one U.S. port per itinerary must stop at a port outside the U.S. to be in compliance with the Passenger Vessel Services Act of 1886 (PVSA). This is the main reason USA cruises make a stop here.

The cruise terminals at Ogden Point are 2.4 km (1.49 miles) from the city center of Victoria and there are tourist information desks, currency exchange, restaurants and taxis. The shuttle bus for $10 is from the cruise terminal to downtown; and a bit off a rip-off; given a taxi is under $10 for 2-4 people; it's a 15 minute walk; The 45-foot-long bus is the first purpose-built, fully electric double decker bus in North America. It has 99 seats including 65 on the upper floor, plus standing room. There are USB charging ports at each seat. The bus is also fully accessible with low-floor design, kneeling capabilities, wheelchair lift and configuration with two spots for wheelchairs or mobility aids.

The city buses in Victoria now charge $2.50 for one bus ride or $5 for a day pass which includes connecting buses. There are no longer free transfers for one-way trips but $5 means you can travel all-day on the buses.

Services available for passengers at dockside include gift shops, foreign currency exchange, and pay telephones. Tour and shuttle buses, taxis and other forms of transportation are readily available for passenger excursions to the city center and major tour attractions.

The city is very walkable.

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Victoria was settled in 1843 as a Hudson's Bay Company's trading post. The most westerly of Canadian cities and the oldest city on Canada's west coast, its temperate climate allows daffodils to bloom in February while the rest of Canada is experiencing bitter-cold weather. More than any other Canadian city, Victoria has the ambience of an English town.

Named for Britain's famous queen, it is a city that revels in the past. Tartan-kilted pipers welcome you. The streets, the Tudor-style architecture and the lampposts adorned with hanging baskets of bright blossoms, as well as the British-style tea shops, will take you back to another time and place.

Victoria's city layout is ideal for walking. Strolling the Inner harbor, sightseeing on foot and discovering the city's colorful history are encouraged. Heritage buildings, flower baskets hanging from lampposts and ocean and mountain views entice visitors down cobblestone sidewalks and pedestrian-friendly walkways.

British Columbia's capitol buildings, which we call the "Legislative Buildings" or "Parliament Buildings", are on Victoria's inner harbor (where you will land if you come by float plane, or a very short taxi ride or shuttle from where the helijet lands, or the cruise ships dock on the outer harbor). This symmetrical capitol complex was designed in 1897 by Francis Rattenbury, and is an outstanding example of European architecture.

Tours Excursions Transportation:

Directly across the Street from the Empress Hotel is where the Victoria Visitor Center is located. This handy spot features tons of brochures and tours one can take while visiting Victoria.

An excellent way to see all of the city of Victoria is by using the HoHo bus. For a single fare you can depart the bus at any of its scheduled stops and then re-board the next bus to continue your self guided tour.

Victoria is the known as the "Cycling Capital of Canada". A temperate climate, an extensive trail and road network and spectacular scenery allow for year-round on- and off-road biking. Bike shops, clubs and touring companies offer expertise, equipment and guided rides to both residents and visitors.

It pays to compare your cruise line tours here .

Nearby Places:

The Butchart Gardens is one of the world's premier floral show gardens.

To get to the gardens, there are charter buses that run from downtown in front of the Empress hotel, but they're in the $15 range, or the city bus works, but is slow, and you need to change buses once (at Royal Oak), but it's only $2.25 from the cruise terminal.

Shopping and Food

Surrounded by coastal waters and the rich farming regions of the Saanich Peninsula and Cowichan Valley, Victoria's gourmet chefs are blessed with an abundance of local produce right in their own backyards. Seafood, particularly salmon and shellfish, is a mainstay of West Coast cuisine and can be caught fresh from Pacific waters.

Local farms supply fresh, seasonal ingredients and the unusual varieties of food that chefs like. A number of Vancouver Island wineries complete the gourmet experience by providing locally-made wine.

It's considered normal to tip 18-20% of a restaurant bill. Tips are also usually given to bell hops, concierges, room cleaners, cab drivers, hairdressers, hotel attendants and, by savvy drinkers, bar staff.

Canadian dollar

You will find ATMs in many grocery stores, malls, airports and so on, and most are linked to the international networks, the most common being Cirrus, Plus, Star and Maestro. You can also grab cash from an ATM if you use a major credit card although this method tends to be more expensive because, in addition to a service fee, you'll be charged interest immediately.

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The downtown public library has free WiFi and computers.

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Victoria, British Columbia cruise ship calendar 2024 provides a list of cruise ships scheduled to arrive in port with detailed information, including date and estimated time of arrival and departure, as well as maximum passenger capacity for each vessel. This timetable displays dates and times cruise liners are scheduled to sail into the port with the name of the ship, cruise operator, and the number of passages based on double occupancy. Please note, that the following cruise ship schedule is created on updated itineraries from the major cruise lines. The cruise ship schedule I subject to change and might be affected by various reasons including weather conditions, or itinerary changes by the cruise lines.

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A cruise from Vancouver makes a scenic stop in the province's capital before sailing to the Golden Gate Bridge early this fall. 

Sailings down the Pacific Coast offer some of the lowest prices for locals looking to try a cruise without breaking the bank. These repositioning cruises tend to price significantly lower than other sailings from the city, including the popular Alaskan voyages departing from Canada Place terminal over the summer. 

Princess Cruises has a sailing that departs on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 11 p.m. and stops in Victoria before spending a couple of days at sea en route to San Francisco. 

Passengers will sail on the five-star Sapphire Princess, which has four swimming pools, six hot tubs, a live theatre, mini golf, an ice skating rink, renowned spa treatments, movies under the stars, a jogging track, and much more.  

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There are four stateroom categories to choose from on the ship, including interiors, oceanviews, balconies, mini-suites, and suites (see slide two).

The total cost for an interior stateroom for two people is $987.30 or $493.65 per person. This cost works out to roughly $123.41 per person, per diem for the four-night sailing (see slide three).

Not only does that cost include your transportation on a beautiful five-star vessel, but it also includes meals, entertainment, snacks, and lodging. The only thing it doesn’t factor in is alcohol, but you may opt to purchase a drink package that can reduce the cost of your spending.

Travellers will need to buy a one-way ticket from San Francisco to Vancouver. Tickets with WestJet departing in the afternoon on Wednesday, Sept. 28 start at $87. However, folks who plan to stay a few days in the city after the sailing can enjoy prices dipping down as low as $33 on select dates with Flair Airlines (see slide four).

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