Historic estate / Gardens
Hatley Castle
Victoria, BC
Edwardian castle architectureFormal gardens and shoreline walksGuided estate and historical tours
About Hatley Castle
Hatley Castle sits on a park-like estate at Royal Roads University and combines dramatic turreted architecture with well-kept formal gardens and forested walking trails. The castle and grounds have been used as film locations and offer guided tours that cover the estate’s military, educational and cinematic history. Visitors can stroll the gardens, explore shoreline viewpoints and join tours of museum rooms and estate history. Its setting outside central Victoria makes Hatley Castle a great half-day trip or an extension to nearby Hatley Park trails.
Things to Do
Wander the formal gardens and trails
Photography and birdwatching
Enjoy waterfront viewpoints
Take guided tours of the castle interior
Walk formal gardens and forest trails
Photograph architecture and shoreline views
Learn about film and local history
Food & Dining
coffee_shopTim Hortons
Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.
fast_food_restaurantWendy's
Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.
restaurantDenny's Restaurant
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
vietnamese_restaurantGreen Leaf Vietnamese Bistro
Pho, lemongrass chicken & other Vietnamese classics served in a simple space with a wall of windows.
fast_food_restaurantDQ Colwood
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
cafePilgrim Coffee House
sandwich_shopFirehouse Subs Victoria Colwood Corners
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
pizza_restaurantPapa Johns Pizza
Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.