10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Victoria

"Spinnakers is Canada’s oldest brewpub, having opened in 1984 at a time when there were only about a dozen craft breweries in all of North America. The Victoria brewery was founded by 3 partners: John Mitchell, who opened the first brewpub in June 1982 at the Troller Pub in Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver, Ray Ginnever, an accountant from Victoria and Paul Hadfield, an architect who managed the development process. Spinnakers Brewpub was inspired by John’s original work at the Troller Pub."

"A hop, skip, and a jump over the Blue Bridge and you'll find Spinnaker's- Canada's oldest gastropub!. With 4 separate patios Spinnakers is a must-visit spot on your next patio hopping adventure!. The food menu is focused on local, sustainable farming and there are over 26 taps for beer lovers to choose from- including original recipes that date back over 30 years."

"One of Canada's first craft brewers, this wood-floored smasher is a short hop from downtown via Victoria Harbour Ferry. Sail in for copper-colored Nut Brown Ale or the lip-smacking Lion's Head Cascadia Dark Ale,..."

"I didn’t spend a whole lot of time at Hoyne Brewing, I only stayed for a few small tasters, but I enjoyed how friendly the staff was and the unique beers I tasted. Hoyne is thought of as one of the craftiest and highest quality breweries in Victoria, BC, and there really wasn’t a beer I didn’t like in my small free flight of tasters. When you learn the history behind this brewery you’ll understand why the beer is so good."

"Hoyne Brewing first opened in downtown Victoria in December, 2011. Founder Sean Hoyne had been brewing professionally since 1989, helping launch several breweries for other owners throughout his career. He has been the brewmaster at Swans and Canoe Brewpub for numerous years."

"Along with the outstanding menu, which offers choices for vegetarians, adventurers, and traditional meat-eaters, there are kid specific meals complete with milk and a cookie. I always feel good knowing about the environmental practices and local support that Big Wheel exhibit, not to mention, the staff has always been phenomenal, the service is speedy, and the atmosphere is fun and diner-esque. If the weather is nice we usually order to go and take our food down to beach or park at the end of Cook St. If it’s a bit rainy, we like staying inside at the diner like booths to enjoy our meals."

"The Atrium, American Cuisine, Restaurant With Terrace, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant. Pig BBQ Joint invites you to their establishment. Come unwind on their terrace beneath the sun."

"The food's as no-nonsense as the name at this funky little Downtown barbecue corner that dispenses with the niceties of table service and plates...Read More"

"Even though they were really busy and seemed a couple hands short they got my food out quickly and worked with a smile!"

"​Become inspired and visit the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria—British Columbia’s largest public collection of art. Located in the historic Rockland neighbourhood, and nearby the famous Craigdarroch Castle, the Gallery houses over 20,000 pieces of historical and contemporary art and contains a renowned collection of Asian art and artifacts. Just as stunning as the artwork is the 1889 Spencer Mansion that serves as an exhibition space and mini-museum for the Spencer family’s former home."

"One of Canada’s finest art galleries is home to nationally important Oriental, European, Canadian and Inuit art collectors. The Gallery has a permanent display of works by Victoria’s renowned artist, Emily Carr. Opened in 1951 as a result of Sara Spencer’s donation of the Spencer Mansion, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria offers exhibits of all sorts, year round."

"Granted, it's not the Louvre, or even Vancouver Art Gallery for that matter, but this east-of-downtown art nook does harbor one of Canada's best Emily Carr collections. Aside from the Victoria-born painter's..."

"Just a 2-minute walk from Alexander’s, and you will arrive at Sidney Museum where you can discover the natural history of the area. There are over 8,000 artifacts and a rotating monthly display in the museum. Admission is by donation and you can book your visit on their website as entries are by timed admission only."

"One of our summer students has been hard at work transforming our parlour exhibit. The final product... Treat your eyes and mind with some local and brand new information while you walk around exploring the artifacts at Sidney Museum."