Car Hire Victoria Harbour / Ferry Port

Victoria Harbour / Ferry Port Mini Guide

Why Should I Choose Victoria Ferry Port?
There are many reasons for choosing the ferry port over the airport. You get a much more attractive and scenic journey to British Columbia’s capital and if you’re lucky, you’ll get the chance to whale watch on the way. You can also save a lot of money for the foot passenger fare is a lot cheaper than the air fare. You’ll arrive in a beautiful port and won’t have the hassle of getting into the city centre or the lengthy delay to collect you luggage you might have by flying.


How do I get to Victoria Ferry Port?
There are three routes to Victoria, one from Vancouver on the mainland and two from Washington State in the US; Port Angeles and Seattle. Tickets are purchasable online and the journey can take between an hour and seven hours depending on route, time of departure and weather conditions.



What is Victoria Ferry Port Like?
The ferry port is very clean and well organised. You’ll enjoy a beautiful voyage into the inner harbour and dock at the modern terminal. The terminal building has tourist information as well as gift shops, a kiosk and various shops selling local handicrafts and clothing. There’s a restaurant which overlooks the bay serving delicious seafood and steaks and a coffee shop for a quick bite and drink so you’ll have plenty to occupy yourself.