Dale And Allison’s guide to Esquimalt
Sightseeing
Saxe Point is a lovely waterfront park, found at the end of Fraser Street, with foot paths off of Munro and Bewdley streets.
With spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and Juan de Fuca Strait, lovely gardens and a large open lawn area with picnic tables, this park is a great place for a picnic. Enjoy forested trails and beach accesses
Walking tour info:
https://www.esquimalt.ca/sites/default/files/images/business-development/Walktours18/tour_2.pdf
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Saxe Point Park
Saxe Point is a lovely waterfront park, found at the end of Fraser Street, with foot paths off of Munro and Bewdley streets.
With spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and Juan de Fuca Strait, lovely gardens and a large open lawn area with picnic tables, this park is a great place for a picnic. Enjoy forested trails and beach accesses
Walking tour info:
https://www.esquimalt.ca/sites/default/files/images/business-development/Walktours18/tour_2.pdf
This 9 hectare park was established in 1924 to commemorate Canadian soldiers killed in WWI designated a Heritage Site in 1955. It has a cenotaph and guns, and the rock and mortar gate posts along Esquimalt Road. Remembrance Day ceremonies are held at the cenotaph each year.
With shrubs and annual beds surrounding the front lawn area, and two rose beds, there are several benches and picnic tables in both sun and shade, and a small children's playground. All summer, Memorial Park is home to a Farmer’s Market, with local crafters and food trucks, on Thursday nights and Music in the park on Tuesday nights throughout July.
This park is also close to several local restaurants and take-out spots
Memorial Park
1200 Esquimalt RoadThis 9 hectare park was established in 1924 to commemorate Canadian soldiers killed in WWI designated a Heritage Site in 1955. It has a cenotaph and guns, and the rock and mortar gate posts along Esquimalt Road. Remembrance Day ceremonies are held at the cenotaph each year.
With shrubs and annual beds surrounding the front lawn area, and two rose beds, there are several benches and picnic tables in both sun and shade, and a small children's playground. All summer, Memorial Park is home to a Farmer’s Market, with local crafters and food trucks, on Thursday nights and Music in the park on Tuesday nights throughout July.
This park is also close to several local restaurants and take-out spots
Captain Jacobson Park, next door to the historic Captain’s House where, It is said, Captain Victor Jacobson used to tie up his boat.
The .2 hectare park is today offers benches and a path leading to views of the West Bay Marina.
The park is found on Head Street, south of Esquimalt Road, and is next to the entrance to the Songhees Waterfont Walkway.
Captain Jacobson Park
525 Head StreetCaptain Jacobson Park, next door to the historic Captain’s House where, It is said, Captain Victor Jacobson used to tie up his boat.
The .2 hectare park is today offers benches and a path leading to views of the West Bay Marina.
The park is found on Head Street, south of Esquimalt Road, and is next to the entrance to the Songhees Waterfont Walkway.
The Songhees Walkway, also known as the West Bay Walkway or the WestSong walksay, is one of the most pleasant places in Victoria for a run or a stroll. There are great views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the snow-capped Olympics Mountains. The path is paved, flat, well-lit, and has lots of benches along the way. It runs from West Bay Marina to the new Johnson St. bridge, just across from Downtown Victoria (great running/bike path connections). Also, no bikes allowed!
Along the way you will find Spinnaker's Pub and the Boom and Batten Restaurant and Cafe.
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Songhees Walkway
Songhees WalkwayThe Songhees Walkway, also known as the West Bay Walkway or the WestSong walksay, is one of the most pleasant places in Victoria for a run or a stroll. There are great views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the snow-capped Olympics Mountains. The path is paved, flat, well-lit, and has lots of benches along the way. It runs from West Bay Marina to the new Johnson St. bridge, just across from Downtown Victoria (great running/bike path connections). Also, no bikes allowed!
Along the way you will find Spinnaker's Pub and the Boom and Batten Restaurant and Cafe.
With a large parking area, 11.6 Hectare Esquimalt Gorge Park offers walking paths through forested areas and along the waterfront. There are perennial borders and a rose garden plus benches and picnic tables are scattered throughout.
There is also a Nature House and the beautiful Japanese Garden that has been lovingly restored in recent years, with washrooms available by each of these.
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Esquimalt Gorge Park
1070 Tillicum RdWith a large parking area, 11.6 Hectare Esquimalt Gorge Park offers walking paths through forested areas and along the waterfront. There are perennial borders and a rose garden plus benches and picnic tables are scattered throughout.
There is also a Nature House and the beautiful Japanese Garden that has been lovingly restored in recent years, with washrooms available by each of these.
From the Esquimalt Gorge Park, walk across the bridge, over the reversing falls, and enjoy a 1.7 km walk along the Gorge walkway.
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Gorge Waterway Park
301 Gorge Rd WFrom the Esquimalt Gorge Park, walk across the bridge, over the reversing falls, and enjoy a 1.7 km walk along the Gorge walkway.
Take a water taxi from West Bay Marina to downtown, or several other stop including Fisherman's Wharf, and enjoy a tour of the inner harbour. Or take one of the other tours they offer. For fair and schedule information visit victoriaharbourferry.com or call 250-514-9794
Also: Check out their Water Ballet Schedule
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Victoria Harbor
Wharf StreetTake a water taxi from West Bay Marina to downtown, or several other stop including Fisherman's Wharf, and enjoy a tour of the inner harbour. Or take one of the other tours they offer. For fair and schedule information visit victoriaharbourferry.com or call 250-514-9794
Also: Check out their Water Ballet Schedule
Nearby Amenities
Esquimalt Recreation centre offers affordable drop in for gym, exercise classes and pool.
https://www.esquimalt.ca/parks-recreation
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Esquimalt Roasting Company
505 Park PlEsquimalt Recreation centre offers affordable drop in for gym, exercise classes and pool.
https://www.esquimalt.ca/parks-recreation
Red Barn Market offers groceries, deli and where you can pick up a custom made sandwich and a few necessities at the same time.
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Red Barn Market
611 Brookside RdRed Barn Market offers groceries, deli and where you can pick up a custom made sandwich and a few necessities at the same time.
The Tudor House Liquor Store is at the corner of Admirals and Esquimalt Rd
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Tudor House Liquor Store
533 Admirals RdThe Tudor House Liquor Store is at the corner of Admirals and Esquimalt Rd
Sunnyside Cafe
1234 Esquimalt RdSunnyside cafe is a local favourite for breakfast or lunch
Food scene
Technically in VicWest, Spinnakers is a great place for a seaside meal and locally brewed artisan beer with beautiful water,city and mountain views.
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Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub & GuestHouses
308 Catherine StTechnically in VicWest, Spinnakers is a great place for a seaside meal and locally brewed artisan beer with beautiful water,city and mountain views.
One of the latest local breweries (and distillery), Driftwood has a taphouse offering local brews, cocktails and a menu with locally made dumplings and wings.
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Driftwood Brewery
836 Viewfield RoadOne of the latest local breweries (and distillery), Driftwood has a taphouse offering local brews, cocktails and a menu with locally made dumplings and wings.
Dining on the water at the Victoria International Marina. A nice place for a special lunch or dinner out, or a casual coffee and snack in their cafe while enjoying the views.
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Boom + Batten Restaurant & Cafe
2 Paul Kane PlDining on the water at the Victoria International Marina. A nice place for a special lunch or dinner out, or a casual coffee and snack in their cafe while enjoying the views.
Just around the corner, the Vietnam Garden Restaurant offers a good variety of dishes and beverages
https://vietnam-garden.com/c/vegetarian-dishes/
250-384-3033
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Vietnam Garden Restaurant
524 Admirals RdJust around the corner, the Vietnam Garden Restaurant offers a good variety of dishes and beverages
https://vietnam-garden.com/c/vegetarian-dishes/
250-384-3033
Syriana, serving authentic Syrian food, is a recent addition to our area, opening in April of 2023. Although owner Safaa Naeman has been offering food through her Face book catering business since early 2021. Her fare was so popular that she friends encouraged her to open a restaurant and started a gofundme to help her raise the money to renovated the location.
Syriana Restaurant & Catering
Syriana, serving authentic Syrian food, is a recent addition to our area, opening in April of 2023. Although owner Safaa Naeman has been offering food through her Face book catering business since early 2021. Her fare was so popular that she friends encouraged her to open a restaurant and started a gofundme to help her raise the money to renovated the location.
Sunnyside Cafe, serving delicious breakfast and lunch, is located at 1234 Esquimalt Rd.
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Sunnyside Cafe
1234 Esquimalt RdSunnyside Cafe, serving delicious breakfast and lunch, is located at 1234 Esquimalt Rd.
Entertainment
From April 6 to September 14, 4:30-7:30 pm, the Esquimalt Farmers Market is open at Memorial Park at 1200 Esquimalt Rd.
Winter Months it operates from the Esquimalt Rec Center on Fraser St.
Also operating on Mondays 4:30-7:30, June 19 - Sep 4 at Esquimalt Gorge Park, at 1070 Tillicum Rd
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Esquimalt Farmers Market
1200 Park PlFrom April 6 to September 14, 4:30-7:30 pm, the Esquimalt Farmers Market is open at Memorial Park at 1200 Esquimalt Rd.
Winter Months it operates from the Esquimalt Rec Center on Fraser St.
Also operating on Mondays 4:30-7:30, June 19 - Sep 4 at Esquimalt Gorge Park, at 1070 Tillicum Rd