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Things to do with kids

Family-friendly places and activities across the Lower Mainland — from parks and play centres to museums and cafés.

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  • Garden
  • Family attraction

The Butchart Gardens

Brentwood Bay, Central Saanich

World-renowned display gardens with themed garden areas and seasonal displays.

  • Aquarium or zoo
  • Family attraction

The Raptors

Duncan

Birds-of-prey education and flying demonstrations near Duncan; paid encounters are separate from general admission.

  • Aquarium or zoo
  • Family attraction

Victoria Bug Zoo

Victoria

Indoor mini-zoo of insects, arachnids and other invertebrates, with educator-led handling experiences.

  • Family attraction
  • Garden

Victoria Butterfly Gardens

Brentwood Bay, Central Saanich

An indoor tropical jungle attraction in Brentwood Bay, home to butterflies and other tropical wildlife.

  • Family attraction

Victoria Harbour Ferry

Victoria

Small harbour ferries offering water taxis and narrated tours around Victoria's harbour.

  • Family attraction

WildPlay Element Parks – Victoria

Colwood

Outdoor adventure park with aerial courses, ziplines and a jump; each activity has its own age, height and weight rules.

  • Beach
  • Park
  • Playground

Willows Beach

Oak Bay

Sandy beach and park with shallow, sheltered water, a playground, picnic areas, washrooms and change rooms, and an…

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