Shop Your Heart Out in Victoria
Victoria’s old-world charm is part of the BC capital’s heartbeat. But there’s more to this city than flower lined light posts and quaint carriage rides. Its walkable streets have become a trendy shopping hub, especially for Americans who enjoy a favorable exchange rate.
Start your shopping adventure by indulging your sweet tooth at Roger’s Chocolates downtown heritage store. As Canada’s first chocolatier, walking into Roger’s is like biting into a sweet piece of history. Their Victoria Creams—featuring a thick chocolate shell and creamy center—are the shop’s most iconic selection.
Wander two blocks north the Munro’s Books, housed in a historic 1909 neo-classical building. Fully refurbished, it sports 24-foot ceilings that resemble the great library of Ephesus built by the Romans.
Half a block north, at the edge of the chic pedestrian Trounce Alley, you’ll find Sitka. Featuring Pacific Northwest-inspired outdoor apparel, this environmentally conscious store makes clothes as comfortable for you as they are kind to Mother Nature. Continue down the Alley to the back entrance of Button & Needlework Boutique. Marked by the large, red button hanging outside its door, the shop showcases exquisite yarns and more than 300 framed needlework designs.
One block north, tea lovers will relish Special Teas, where over 110 varieties from four continents are showcased. You’ll find everything from blacks, greens and oolongs to rooibos, honeybush and herbal blends.
Continue north one more block and take a left on Johnson Street (aka Lower Johnson or LoJo). A mecca for boutique shoppers, you’ll find trendy stops like Still Life featuring casual everyday wear, Little Gold showcasing a carefully curated collection of delicate jewelry, and Flavour Upstairs packed with killer vintage finds.
Shopping can be hard work. If you’ve built up an appetite head one block north to The Drake. With a focus on locally-brewed pints and hearty sandwiches, this offers a down-to-earth vibe perfect for kicking back and relaxing.
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