Why people love visiting friendly Booktown
The gardens, island views and parks are the perfect backdrop to your holiday home in Booktown. This walkable and welcoming city entices travellers with its shopping and restaurants. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in Booktown
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Booktown a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Panorama Recreation Centre (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
- Victoria Butterfly Gardens (6 mi / 9.7 km)
- Church and State Wines (6.2 mi / 10 km)
- Arbutus Ridge Golf Club (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
- Cordova Bay Golf Course (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
- Royal Oak Golf Club (10 mi / 16.1 km)
Exploring the natural features in Booktown
Travellers enjoy Booktown for its gardens, island views and seaside. Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Booktown. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Gulf Islands National Park Reserve (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
- Victoria Butterfly Gardens (6 mi / 9.7 km)
- Butchart Gardens (6.5 mi / 10.5 km)
- Elk Lake (8.2 mi / 13.3 km)
- Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
- Mount Douglas Park (10.9 mi / 17.5 km)
Transport to and around Booktown
Fly into Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.), the closest airport, located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base), which is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) away.