Timeline
11:00
Enter the Victoria Bug Zoo at opening. The guides are friendly and knowledgeable, so take your time to hold some of the crazy creatures inside. It is a small place, so you will not feel rushed.
11:45
Walk four minutes north to Munro’s Books. Browse the restored former bank building and pick up a guide or a souvenir. It is one of the best destination bookshops in the country.
12:00
Stroll down to the Gate of Harmonious Interest in Chinatown. This cultural landmark spans Fisgard Street and marks the entrance to the historic district.
12:15
Have lunch at Pagliacci’s, just two minutes away. Enjoy the intimate setting and the endlessly free bread while you wait for your pasta or main course.
13:00
End the visit with a walk to Green Cuisine. If you want something lighter or a different flavor profile, this vegetarian buffet offers 100% vegan dishes. It is a generous meal for a fair price.
Local tip
The Bug Zoo opens at 11 AM on weekdays. Arriving right at opening helps you beat the midday crowds.
Check before you go
- Victoria Bug Zoo is open Mon-Fri 11 AM-4 PM and weekends 11 AM-5 PM (extended summer hours).
- Munro’s Books is open Mo-Sa 09:00-18:00 and Su 09:30-18:00.
- Pagliacci’s is open Mo-Th 11:30-22:00, Fr-Sa 11:30-23:00, and Su 10:00-22:00.
- Green Cuisine is open daily 10:00-20:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Victoria (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).