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2017
5
February
Where can I find an affordable high/afternoon tea place in Victoria for June?
5
February
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Dana
http://www.venussophia.com/
Heather
White Heather tea room in Oak Bay. Far better than the touristy ones.
Andrea
A second on White Heather.
Paulette
try James Bay Tearoom - funky little restaurant/tearoom behind the legislature building - afternoon tea about $20 - about half the price of all others - food is good and is our go to place in Victoria for breakfast
MJ
The Empress Hotel ....aka The Queen's Hotel... she apparently stayed / ate there- then a horse & carriage ride around old Victoria town is a must to do.
Patty
Last I heard, it was up to about $75 per person at the Empress. http://www.fairmont.com/empres.../pdf/emp-tea-menu-jan-2017/
MJ
If you only do it once ...it is worth every penny - I did High Tea at Harrods in London England -22 years ago - and that memory will never be forgotten. I also saw Celine Dion - front row seats in Vegas- - I was "in the show " with her - could feel her breath I was so close - spent $ 500 for the seats- looking back....worth every penny.
Vi
You only live once right! The la for the tip
MJ
Vi ...Have fun ! At the end of the day ...All we have left ....are the memories
Patty
Walk out the breakwater at Ogden Point with the locals.... Stroll around Beacon Hill Park, peer in at the Petting Zoo..... Visit the 5 seals at Oak Bay Marina (where you can feed them) or Fisherman's Wharf (where you can't)..... Walk from downtown. over the bridge and along the waterfront to Head Street in Esquimalt, or vice versa.
Time it right and stop at Spinnakers for lunch on the way.... Walk around the Cedar Hill golf course and feed the ducks (hen scratch, NOT BREAD) at the north end.
Andrea
You can no longer feed the seals at Fisherman's Wharf. The activity is banned.
Heather
Just because it's illegal doesn't mean you can't.
Andrea
True, but I wouldn't be recommending tourists do something that is illegal, especially as they're cracking down on it.
Holmes
White Heather
Jamie
Hotel Grand Pacific and Gatsby's
Vi
Thank you everyone for your suggestions!
Gail
Dutch Bakery and or http://blog.conservancy.bc.ca/.../vancouv.../abkhazi-garden/ for tea.
Paulette
I second the Abkhazi Gardens Teahouse - had a great little tea there with an elderly friend - lovely gardens as well to explore
Gail
Pagliaccis anytime
Marilyn
The old Oak Bay Tea Room. It's changed its name but still does a great tea.
Vi
Thanks again everyone!
Gail
Another place. Favoris dipped Italian chocolate ice cream on Government.
Norma
Colleen
Colleen
Thanks
Kimber
Butchart Gardens for a walk and their dining room for high or afternoon tea. It's a full day. Saturday nights in the summer fireworks show. Super amazing.
Vi
Thank you everyone!
A.I. says...
Affordable High Teas and Non-Touristy Activities in Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia, is a beautiful city with plenty to offer visitors. If you're looking for an affordable high tea experience, there are a few great options to choose from.
Affordable High Tea Spots
- The Empress Hotel: The Empress Hotel is a Victoria institution, and their afternoon tea is one of the most popular in the city. The tea is served in the hotel's beautiful Palm Court, and the menu features a variety of sandwiches, pastries, and scones.
- The Fairmont Empress: The Fairmont Empress is another great option for afternoon tea. The tea is served in the hotel's Willow Stream Spa, and the menu features a variety of healthy and indulgent options.
- The Abigail's Tea Room: The Abigail's Tea Room is a charming tea room located in the heart of Victoria. The tea is served in a cozy and intimate setting, and the menu features a variety of traditional and modern tea sandwiches and pastries.
Non-Touristy Things to Do
- Visit the Royal BC Museum: The Royal BC Museum is a world-renowned museum that tells the story of British Columbia's history and culture. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including a First Nations gallery, a natural history gallery, and a maritime history gallery.
- Explore Beacon Hill Park: Beacon Hill Park is a beautiful park located in the heart of Victoria. The park is home to a variety of gardens, walking trails, and a petting zoo. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
- Take a whale-watching tour: Victoria is home to a variety of whale species, and there are a number of whale-watching tours that depart from the city. These tours are a great way to see these amazing creatures in their natural habitat.
These are just a few of the many affordable high tea spots and non-touristy things to do in Victoria. If you're looking for a great way to experience the city, be sure to check out one of these options.
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Vi
Hi looking for an affordable high/afternoon tea place in Victoria. Looking to go there in June.
Also appreciate any other non touristy things to do there as well. Thanks!