North Saanich

#2763 among destinations in Canada

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The District of North Saanich is located on the Saanich Peninsula of British Columbia, approximately 25 km north of Victoria on southern Vancouver Island. It is one of the 13 Greater Victoria municipalities. The District is surrounded on three sides by 20 km of ocean shoreline, and consists of rural/residential areas, a large agricultural base and is home to the Victoria International Airport and the Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal. ()

Alternative names: Population: 11.1 thous. (2019)Area: 14.39 mi²Coordinates: 48°37'51"N, 123°25'15"W

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North Saanich – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Butchart Gardens, Victoria Butterfly Gardens, Sidney Museum and Archives, Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre.

5.1 miSW
Famous botanical garden
Butchart Gardens, Victoria
131 min walk • Butchart Gardens is a verdant oasis nestled in the city of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Renowned for its beautifully manicured landscapes, this botanical paradise spans over 55 acres and invites visitors to immerse themselves in a diverse floral tapestry...
4.7 miS
Specialty museum, Nature and wildlife, Garden
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
119 min walk • Nestled in the scenic landscape of Vancouver Island, Canada, the Victoria Butterfly Gardens offers a vibrant and educational experience for nature lovers and families alike. This indoor tropical paradise is a living showcase, featuring a rich variety of over 70 species...
1.6 miNE
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Sidney Museum and Archives, Sidney
41 min walk • The Sidney Museum and Archives is a non-profit community organization located in Sidney, British Columbia, Canada, which is dedicated to the history of Sidney and North Saanich. Run by the Society of Saanich Peninsula Museums, the museum promotes awareness of local heritage through exhibits, programs, and collections.
1.8 miNE
Aquarium, Park, Zoo
Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre, Sidney
45 min walk • The Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is a not-for-profit aquarium and cultural learning centre that focuses on the ecosystem of the Salish Sea and is located in the Sidney Pier Building on the waterfront in the Vancouver Island town of Sidney, Canada, in the Greater Victoria region.
0.7 miN
Specialty museum, Museum
British Columbia Aviation Museum, Sidney
18 min walk • The British Columbia Aviation Museum is located in Sidney, British Columbia, Canada. It is on the grounds of the Victoria International Airport at 1910 Norseman Road on the east side of the airport.
4.3 miSE
Park
Island View Beach
109 min walk • Island View Beach is located on the traditional territory of the Tsawout First Nation, on the Eastern Cordova shore of the Saanich Peninsula, near Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
1.8 miSW
Park, Trail
John Dean Provincial Park
47 min walk • ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱/John Dean Provincial Park, formerly John Dean Provincial Park, is a small, densely vegetated provincial park on the Saanich Peninsula of southern Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.
2.5 miN
48°39'56"N • 123°24'29"W
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, Sidney
63 min walk • National park, Park
5.6 miE
Island
Sidney Island
144 min walk • Sidney Island is one of the southern Gulf Islands located between the southwest coast of British Columbia, Canada and Vancouver Island, BC, near James Island. Sidney Island has an elevation of 77 meters above mean sea level at its highest point.
2.9 miN
Park
McDonald Campground, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
75 min walk • McDonald Campground is located in the town of Sidney on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. McDonald Campground is 20 hectares of forested parkland and can be accessed from the Pat Bay Highway.
5 miN
Island
Piers Island
129 min walk • The island is surrounded by the stunning waters of the Pacific Ocean, providing breathtaking views and opportunities for water-based activities such as kayaking, boating, and fishing. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse wildlife that calls Piers Island...