Cruise Ship City Walk

Route map

Stops along the way

In walking order. Numbers match the map. Distances show how far along the walk each stop is.

1. 1

   Ogden Point

   Waterfront · 0.0 km from start

   Breakwater walk with big ocean views and cruise ships coming and going.

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2. 2

   Fisherman's Wharf

   Waterfront · 0.8 km from start

   Colourful floating homes, fish and chips, and harbour seals.

   1 Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 0B2

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3. 3

   Red Fish Blue Fish

   Seafood · 1.8 km from start

   Fish and chips and seafood from a shipping container on the Inner Harbour.

   1006 Wharf Street, V8W 1T4

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4. 4

   L'Authentique Poutine and Burgers

   Fast food · 2.0 km from start

   Casual spot for poutine and burgers.

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5. 5

   Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Centre

   Visitor info · 2.3 km from start

   Official visitor centre on the Inner Harbour for maps, tips and tickets.

   810 Wharf Street, Victoria, BC

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6. 6
   

   Bastion Square

   Historic site · 2.7 km from start

   Historic square on the site of Fort Victoria, steps from the Maritime Museum.

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7. 7
   

   Market Square

   Neighbourhood · 2.9 km from start

   Restored heritage courtyard with shops, cafés and events in Old Town.

   560 Johnson Street

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8. 8
   

   Fan Tan Alley

   Landmark · 3.1 km from start

   Canada's narrowest street, lined with tiny shops in Chinatown.

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9. 9

   Rogers' Chocolates

   Chocolate · 3.7 km from start

   Historic Victoria chocolate shop, famous for Victoria Creams.

   913 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X5

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10. 10
    

    Munro's Books

    Books · 3.8 km from start

    Beloved independent bookstore in a historic bank building.

    1108 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y2

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Cruise Ship City Walk?

It is about 7.0 km (4.3 mi) (a stop-to-stop estimate, so the real walk is a little longer). Allow roughly 1 h 35 min of walking time, plus extra for each stop.

Is this walk suitable for everyone?

Downtown Victoria is compact and mostly flat, so this walk suits most people. Wear comfortable shoes and allow time for stops.

Where does the route go?

It passes Ogden Point, Fisherman's Wharf, Red Fish Blue Fish, L'Authentique Poutine and Burgers, Destination Greater Victoria Visitor Centre, Bastion Square and 4 more stops.

More self guided tours

• Seaside Touring Route

  Scenic waterfront riding along Victoria's coastline. About 27 km.

• Victoria Cherry Blossom Route

  A pretty ride through neighbourhoods known for spring cherry blossoms. About 12 km.

• Great Victoria Sights Tour (3–4 hours)

  The full tour of Victoria's top sights, about 3 to 4 hours. About 21 km.

• Victoria 2 Hour Tour

  A shorter highlights ride, about 2 hours. About 11 km.

• Sidney Lunch Run

  Ride up to Sidney for lunch and a wander, then head back. About 29 km each way.

• Thetis Lake and Hatley Park Cycle

  A fun long ride out to the west shore and back, about 33 km (around 2 h 20 min riding without stops). It heads west from the city centre through Saanich and View Royal toward Hatley Park, home of Hatley Castle at Royal Roads University, then loops back. Take your time at the stops and bring water.

• Inner Harbour and Old Town Walking Tour

  A compact downtown walk from the Inner Harbour past the Legislature and heritage buildings, then into Bastion Square, Market Square and Fan Tan Alley. Walk it in either direction and drop in anywhere that looks interesting.

Distances are approximate. Stops are hand-picked places along each route. Photo credits: see each place's Wikipedia page.