Food scene
Moka House
3849b Cadboro Bay RdGreat cafe close to our house
Peppers Grocery
3829 Cadboro Bay RdLocal place for groceries
Caddy Bay Liquor Store
3837 Cadboro Bay RdClosest liquor store
Fairway Market
1521 McKenzie AveA bit of a drive, but a cheaper place to get groceries
Yua Japanese Bistro
622 Fisgard StreetOur favourite sushi place
Amazing bakery and coffee shop - on a very cute street
7 locals recommend
Ruth & Dean - Luncheonette & Bakery
2509 Estevan AvenueAmazing bakery and coffee shop - on a very cute street
Hotel Fairmont Empress
721 Government StBeautiful place for high tea or cocktails
Nohra Thai Kitchen
2524 Estevan AveOur favourite Thai place
Penny Farthing Public House
2228 Oak Bay AveCute pub in a lovely neighbourhood
J & J Wonton Noodle House
1012 Fort StPopular Chinese spot downtown
Sightseeing
Willows Beach
EsplanadeGreat beach for walking
Cattle Point
On a clear day, a must see for views of Mt Baker
Jocelyn Hill
An amazing hike on a clear day
Dallas Road
Dallas RoadPerfect place for a walk and close to nearby Beacon Hill Park
Beacon Hill Park
100 Cook StGreat petting zoo, gardens and peacocks everywhere!
Lovely hikes and if you climb the peak incredible views of the city
12 locals recommend
Mt. Douglas Park
4550 Cordova Bay RdLovely hikes and if you climb the peak incredible views of the city
Cadboro-Gyro Park
Sinclair RoadGreat park close to the house and a lovely beach