Park
Beacon Hill Park
Victoria, BC
Peacocks and pondsMoss Lady sculptureCoastal access and scenic promenades
About Beacon Hill Park
Beacon Hill Park is a beloved green space bordering Victoria’s Inner Harbour, offering ponds, children’s playgrounds, formal flower beds and wandering wildlife, including peacocks and waterfowl. Its wide lawns and shady paths are popular with locals and visitors for morning strolls, picnics and outdoor relaxation. The park also connects to coastal stairs and viewpoints, and houses small public artworks such as the Moss Lady sculpture. Because it’s centrally located, Beacon Hill is easy to pair with nearby attractions such as the Mile Zero Monument and the harbourfront.
Things to Do
Picnic on the lawns
See peacocks and waterfowl
Visit playgrounds and picnic areas
Photograph public art and gardens
Picnicking and relaxing on lawns
Walking to coastal viewpoints and beach stairs
Spotting peacocks and local birds
Food & Dining
seafood_restaurantRed Fish Blue Fish
Dockside seafood restaurant known for its creative, hand-roll-style tacos. Open seasonally.
restaurantBlue Fox Cafe
Vibrant, colourful cafe known for all-day breakfast & imaginative takes on Canadian comfort food.
restaurantPagliacci's
Pasta dishes & other Italian staples served at this stalwart eatery with kitschy decor & live music.
italian_restaurantThe Old Spaghetti Factory (Victoria)
Family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.
coffee_shopTim Hortons
Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.
pubThe Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant
Multilevel, cricket-themed pub featuring craft drafts, varied grub & DJs in the Strathcona Hotel.
bakeryCrust Bakery
Warm counter-serve bakery offering an array of baked goods, pastries & lunch fare, plus coffee.
pubBard & Banker
Classic pub serving draft beers, handcrafted cocktails & locally sourced cuisine, plus live music.