Spring Crest Farm
Food Spots
Started by an trained Italian baker Stefano, Mosi continues to be a hidden gem off the beaten path in Victoria. Amazing authentic Italian Pizza, Gelato and Lasagna. Would recommend the Bun on the Run for a quick to-go breakfast. Lots of cute gifts and food wares as well.
28 locals recommend
Mosi Bakery Cafe & Gelateria
5303 W Saanich RdStarted by an trained Italian baker Stefano, Mosi continues to be a hidden gem off the beaten path in Victoria. Amazing authentic Italian Pizza, Gelato and Lasagna. Would recommend the Bun on the Run for a quick to-go breakfast. Lots of cute gifts and food wares as well.
Named Artisan Distillery of the Year at the 2021 Canadian Whisky Awards, it is only about a 2-3 minute walk from the farm stay. . Great food, informative wine tasting and outstanding views of the snow covered Mt Baker volcano over the San Juan Islands.
24 locals recommend
Devine Distillery & Winery
6181B Old West Saanich RdNamed Artisan Distillery of the Year at the 2021 Canadian Whisky Awards, it is only about a 2-3 minute walk from the farm stay. . Great food, informative wine tasting and outstanding views of the snow covered Mt Baker volcano over the San Juan Islands.
Good variety of local produce, meat and homestyle baked goods - all sourced from local farms
10 locals recommend
Dan's Farm & Country Market
2030 Bear Hill RdGood variety of local produce, meat and homestyle baked goods - all sourced from local farms
Another hidden gem (shh! don't tell too many people about this one) - funky, casual joint with an eclectic international menu, coffee & cocktails, plus patio seating. Great options for vegetarians.
16 locals recommend
Cafe Zanzibar
1164 Stelly’s X RoadAnother hidden gem (shh! don't tell too many people about this one) - funky, casual joint with an eclectic international menu, coffee & cocktails, plus patio seating. Great options for vegetarians.
Attractions
Hundreds of free-flying butterflies, plus parrots, chameleons, frogs & more in a lush indoor jungle. Great place to take kids.
137 locals recommend
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
1461 Benvenuto AveHundreds of free-flying butterflies, plus parrots, chameleons, frogs & more in a lush indoor jungle. Great place to take kids.
Well-known botanical garden spread over 22 hectares & featuring eateries & seasonal entertainment. They have amazing fireworks on Canada Day
388 locals recommend
The Butchart Gardens
800 Benvenuto AveWell-known botanical garden spread over 22 hectares & featuring eateries & seasonal entertainment. They have amazing fireworks on Canada Day
Malahat SkyWalk is an accessible 600 m TreeWalk through a beautiful arbutus forest leading to a spectacular gentle spiral ramp that takes you up 32m to a sightseeing lookout offering views of Finlayson Arm, Saanich Peninsula, Mount Baker and the distant Coast Mountains.
108 locals recommend
Malahat SkyWalk
901 Trans-Canada HwyMalahat SkyWalk is an accessible 600 m TreeWalk through a beautiful arbutus forest leading to a spectacular gentle spiral ramp that takes you up 32m to a sightseeing lookout offering views of Finlayson Arm, Saanich Peninsula, Mount Baker and the distant Coast Mountains.
Walking Spots
Clean, clear lake with perimeter trail - great in the summer for swimming and fishing year round.
27 locals recommend
Durrance Lake
Clean, clear lake with perimeter trail - great in the summer for swimming and fishing year round.
A popular lake used by swimmers, wind surfers, sailors, water-skiers, fishers and rowers. Some park trails are designated multi-use for hikers, cyclists and horse riders, while others are for hiking only.
38 locals recommend
Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
5267 Patricia Bay HighwayA popular lake used by swimmers, wind surfers, sailors, water-skiers, fishers and rowers. Some park trails are designated multi-use for hikers, cyclists and horse riders, while others are for hiking only.
The Tod Inlet trail makes a gentle descent (2km) through tall cedars, pine, and fir trees. Most of the path is shaded, with patches of sunshine drifting down through the canopy. Once you reach the bottom of the trail, there are benches along the water's edge for relaxing and a small sandy beach. There are also offshoots from the main trail for hikers which descent the ravine to the stream; the steep sections are fortified with stairs.
Tod Inlet trail Entrance.
6537 Wallace DriveThe Tod Inlet trail makes a gentle descent (2km) through tall cedars, pine, and fir trees. Most of the path is shaded, with patches of sunshine drifting down through the canopy. Once you reach the bottom of the trail, there are benches along the water's edge for relaxing and a small sandy beach. There are also offshoots from the main trail for hikers which descent the ravine to the stream; the steep sections are fortified with stairs.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Check out the website below for a guide to local farms
https://islandfarmfresh.com/