Y SHOPPING accessories and Caldrea cleaning supplies. This is home accessory heaven! Great gift ideas. Open daily. 2389 Beacon Ave, Sidney, 250-6560011. Map 2 I2 TUSCAN KITCHEN Gorgeous shop with everything you need for an Italian kitchen. Ceramics, cookware, utensils, baskets, cookbooks, table linens and specialty food items, including Dean and Deluca spices. 653 View St, 250-386-8191. www.tuscankitchen.com
SHOPPING CENTRES & DISTRICTS BROADMEAD VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTRE Attractive outside mall boasting a fine assortment of boutiques, including Connie’s Petites, plus Dig This for gardeners and Penna & Co. for cooks, along with larger stores such as Heirloom Linens, Mark’s Work Warehouse, a BC Liquor Store and Thrifty Foods. Other amenities include Pharmasave, BCAA and Romeo’s Restaurant. 777 Royal Oak Dr. Map 2 I7
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MARKETS & SPECIALTY FOODS MARKET ON YATES & MILLSTREAM Excellent grocery markets with in-store bakery, full floral department, deli and old-fashioned butcher shop. Fresh organic produce. Daily 7am to 11pm. 903 Yates St at Quadra, 250-381-6000. Map 1 G8 West Shore Village, 2401 Millstream Rd, 250-391-1110. Map 2 F8
OUTDOORS ISLAND OUTFITTERS Victoria's hunting and fishing superstore! Find everything you need to enjoy the outdoors on beautiful Vancouver Island, along with expert advice so you'll know where the fish are biting. Find details about saltwater and freshwater charters, local regulations and more. Open Mon to Wed, 9am to 6pm, Thurs & Fri to 9pm, Sat from 8am to 6pm and Sun from 10am to 5pm. 3319 Douglas St, 250-475-4969. Map 1 1D
PETS BARK, BATH & BEYOND Discover everything the finest pet could want at this delightful pet boutique and grooming salon. Find all-natural pet food and treats, collars, carriers and other essentials, home accessories and more than a few fun possibilities for your four-legged friends. 2041 Oak Bay Ave, 250-590-2822. www.barkpetboutique.com Map 1 J10
NIRVANA PET RESORT Treat your furry friend to a visit to this 4400square-foot downtown facility offering daycare, overnight boarding, cat and dog grooming and training. Well-trained staff offer more than 35 years combined experience and certifications, meaning your pet will receive the ultimate care. Mon to Fri 7am to 6pm, Sat & Sun 10am to 5pm. 2000 Government St, 250-380-7795. http://nirvanapetresort.weebly.com Map 1 E6
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HILLSIDE CENTRE Minutes from downtown, this shopping centre is anchored by Sears and Zellers, and features a wide selection of more than 100 shops and services. Corner of Hillside and Shelbourne streets, 250-595-7154. Map 2 J9 LOJO In the heart of Victoria’s Old Town, this eclectic selection of trendy specialty shops and boutiques is an excellent shopping destination. 500 block Johnson St. Map 1 E7 MAYFAIR SHOPPING CENTRE More than 120 shops and services including The Bay, Toys R Us and The Gap. The Service Centre has wheelchair, stroller and scooter loans. Free parking. Open daily. The centre is bordered by Douglas St, Blanshard St, and Finlayson St, 250-383-0541. Map 1 E2 THE BAY CENTRE Spectacular fourlevel galleria, featuring more than 90 shops and services in a unique heritage setting. Find all your favourite brand names, from fashions to fragrance, cameras to Canadiana. Featuring Aerosoles, Eco Chic Spa & Salon, Geox, Guess?, Jacob, Melanie Lyne, Sport Chek, The Bay, The Tuscan Kitchen, Quiksilver and GoodLife Fitness. Open daily. Corner of Government St and Fort St, 250-952-5690. www.thebaycentre.ca Map 1 F8
WESTSHORE TOWN CENTRE More than 60 shops in the West Shore neighbourhood, about 15 minutes from downtown. Stores include Winners/ HomeSense, Shoppers Drug Mart, Reitmans and Liz Claiborne. 2945 Jacklin Rd, 250-474-3269. Map 2 F9
SPECIALTY SHOPS ARTISAN WINE SHOP Find an excellent selection of fine BC wines, including Mission Hill Winery, Mission Ridge, Prospect Winery and Painted Turtle, along with gifts and accessories and wine tastings. 1007 Government St,
250-384-9994, www.artisanwineshop. ca Map 1 E8 CLEOPATRA’S BEDROOM Find a wonderful world of exotic gift ideas, all hand-made in Egypt: hand-painted papyrus, statues, belly dancing costumes, scarves, Isis wings, jewellery, hukka pipes, Egyptian cotton shirts, kaftans, perfume oil, mouth-blown glass, Egyptian chess sets and pashmina scarves. 654 Fort St (outside Victoria Bay Centre), 250-370-2537. Map 1 F8 www.cleopatrasbedroom.com DIG THIS An exceptional selection of gifts and gear for gardeners. Unique water features, traditional and modern statuary, plus tools and equipment for the expert and novice gardener. Everything you need to create the garden of your dreams. Open daily. 1990 Oak Bay Ave, 250-598-0802. Map 2 J10 On Fort Street at the Bay Centre, 250-385-3212. Map 1 F8 390777 Royal Oak Dr, Broadmead Village Shopping Centre, 250-727-9922. Map 2 I7 2387 Beacon Ave, Sidney, 778-4261998. www.digthis.com Map 2 H2 JADE VICTORIA Recognized as the hardest, greenest and most translucent Nephrite Jade found, this BC gem draws the finest international carvers to the company’s mine. Find carvings, crafted jewellery and one-of-a-kind sculptures. Just a two-minute walk from the Inner Harbour, browse the shop and learn about the provincial gemstone. Mention WHERE VIctoria and receive 10-per-centoff regular priced items. World-wide shipping. 911 Government St, 250-3845233. www.jademine.com Map 1 E8 LENS & SHUTTER Find everything for the dedicated photographer or casual shutterbug, plus expert advice to help you make the most of those vacation photos. Open daily. 5-1005 Broad St, 250-383-7443. www.lensandshutter. com Map 1 F8 SEEING IS BELIEVING Fun, funky and functional – find imagination-defying gifts and gadgets from around the world. See something you like? Don’t be afraid to try it out! A shop that truly has something for everyone, this shop is home to terrific T-shirts, award-winning and hard-to-find games, puzzles and more. Don’t miss the perfect souvenir from your Victoria vacation, the Victoria Puzzle – only available here. Mayfair Centre, 250-361-3551. Map 1 E2 1020 Government St, 250-382-8578. Map 1 E8 www.seeingisbelievinggifts.com