Valentine’s Dates in Victoria for Any Time of Day
Love is in the air, and perhaps you are looking for a way to celebrate! With Victoria recognized as Canada’s Romance Capital year after year, there is no shortage of activities you and your better-half can participate in.
Perhaps like so many of us, and you are constantly on the go. Perhaps you two can’t fit in a date-night but are more interested in a date-morning instead! Fear not: we’ve racked up a full day’s worth of activities with your partner to show them that you truly care. Read on for Valentine’s Date ideas, whether you lovebirds are going out in the morning, afternoon, night… or all of the above.
Morning date idea: brunch at the breakwater
Start your day with a beautiful coastal exploration of the city. A walk alongside Dallas Road is an excellent way to recharge and reconnect with your sweetheart. We advise you to fuel-up by grabbing a delicious brunch or lunch from Breakwater Bistro & Tasting Room renowned for their stunning views of the Olympic Mountain range and their proximity to Ogden Point. Their brunch menu features locally sourced, fresh, and foraged ingredients and is a cozy spot to nestle in with your partner before seizing the rest of the day. After brunch, spend your morning soaking in the splendor of the salted Pacific air, stretching sun rays, and crashing ocean waves that our city is known for. A walk hand-in-hand down Ogden Point Breakwater to reach the lighthouse is a romantic way to take it all in.
Local Tip: Can’t get enough of these ocean views? Come back at sunset for a dazzling light display performed by Mother Nature herself.
Morning date idea: food for the heart, and the soul
Rise and shine, lovebirds! Are you two craving brunch, but are notorious for sleeping in? OEB Breakfast Co. has you covered, with an all-day brunch menu that is sure to get your day started right. OEB downtown Victoria locations is serving up fresh, locally sourced brunch. One bite in, and you will know exactly why this has quickly become one of Victoria's favourite brunch go-tos.
OEB Breakfast Co.
Afternoon date idea: tea, tea, and more tear!
Is there anything more romantic and Victorian than partaking in an afternoon tea experience? The perfect blend of indulgence, tradition, and comfort; this dining session will have you falling head-over-heels for the city, and for each other. The Pendray Tea House’s Victorian Afternoon Tea experience will have you sipping on fine tea while nibbling on assorted sweets, breads, and small sandwiches as you watch ships come and go from Victoria’s Inner harbour.
Do as the Victorians do, and follow your meal with a leisurely harbourside stroll, or a walk through the The Pendray Inn and Tea House’s grounds. Considered one of the most romantic wedding venues in Victoria, the walk alone may have you completely swept away. If so, consider booking one of their 9 unique heritage rooms, or a room at the Huntingdon Manor Hotel (their sister property!) for a night you won’t soon forget.
Another option for drinks, dessert, and romance is a high tea experience at the formidable Fairmont Empress. Your partner will be taken aback when you bring them to the Castle on the Coast for your Valentine’s lunch! As one of the oldest hotels in Victoria, their 1908 Chateau-esque style building offers an intimate space for you two to dine in.
Insider Tip: Book ahead of time and request a seat next to a window for mesmerizing harbour-views.
Afternoon date idea: hop aboard the love boat
Hop aboard a “Love Boat” aka a Victoria Harbour Ferry and cruise to a waterfront restaurant, LURE Restaurant & Bar at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort. Soak up stunning views of the Inner Harbour then enjoy a fabulous waterfront meal at one of Victoria's best restaurants with incredible views of Victoria's picturesque harbourfront.
Evening date idea: a match made in heaven
Nothing says Valentine's day quite like a sweet treat. Sip dessert ciders matched perfectly with artisanal small batch chocolate, as local favourites Sea Cider and Sirene Artisan Chocolate Makers collab for sweet date night for your special someone. The flight and chocolate pairing is available for just $14 per person, reservations are encouraged.
Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse
Evening date idea: dinner by candelight
They say the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! Treat your loved one to the candle-lit, warm, and rustic vibes of Wind Cries Mary. Your meal will be West Coast-inspired, locally sourced, and creatively curated dishes; a standout meal that will have you raving until next Valentine’s Day.
Wind Cries Mary
Late night date idea: a toast to your love
After a day of festivities, treat yourselves to cocktails at Clive’s Classic Lounge. This high-quality cocktail bar has been consistently nominated as the World’s Best Hotel Bar by Tales of the Cocktail. Staying on the forefront of global cocktail culture, your final nightcaps in Victoria will surely sweep you two off your feet.
Clive's Classic Lounge
Lastly... get a room
To turn up the romance, we recommend staying at the elegant Magnolia Hotel & Spa. Hotel amenities include the Spa Magnolia, fine-dining at the award-winning fine-dining restaurant The Courtney Room, and timelessly luxurious rooms, many featuring deep soaker tubs and fireplaces. The Magnolia is featuring a new Fire & Ice Romance Package that includes a stay in one of their Diamond Rooms with a roaring gas fireplace, and a bottle of British Columbian sparkling wine. Rates start from $309+ tax per night and run until February 27th. Another option is booking the Experience Magnolia Getaway package, which offers a $75 per-night credit that can be used towards dine-in or room service from The Courtney Room, for minibar items, for sparkling wine upon arrival, or for the Spa Magnolia.
But wait... let's not forget the gift
Perhaps you were so wrapped up in planning your perfect day, that getting them a gift has slipped your mind. Fear not… Rogers’ Chocolates will come to your rescue. Grab a box of tasty hand-crafted chocolates for a classic Victorian show-of-love. Their sweet notes and authentic approach to crafting their chocolates makes for a memorable, heartwarming gift.
Rogers' Chocolates
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