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Welcome to Hipfig's Video Guide Series on Victoria, British Columbia.
In this DIY video we'll be showing you public and private buses and the Visitor Centre in Victoria BC
One of the first buses you'll encounter are BC Ferries Connector buses. BC Ferry Connector buses
are a private bus service with multiple stops and pickups in both Vancouver and
Victoria; and if you're a walk on passenger on the ferry, you can purchase
a ticket on board on the ferry at their gift shop. Reservations are recommended.
Victoria Regional Transit System also known as BC Transit provides public bus
transportation in Victoria BC. Buses are well maintained, run frequently, very
economical, and go all around the Greater Victoria area. Some bus route numbers
which may be helpful are: bus number 70 and 72 go from Schwartz Bay ferry
terminal to the government center or near the Empress Hotel in downtown
Victoria. Bus number 11, 14, 15, and 22 go from downtown Victoria to Craigdarroch Castle.
Bus number 75 goes from downtown Victoria to Butchart gardens
Bus number 14, 15, and 24 goes from downtown Victoria to Chinatown. You can use their Trip Planner
Trip Planner feature online to figure out the other bus routes or ask at your hotel.
to find a bus stop go to Douglas Street. Many routes go along Douglas Street which is
a Main Street in Victoria. Some bus stops are used by multiple bus routes so wave
at the driver as your bus approaches your stop, then please walk towards your
bus but wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before
approaching the doors. Buses do not automatically stop at all bus stops. When
you want to get off the bus, ring the buzzer in advance of your stop so that
your driver has enough time. If you're not sure of your stop ask the driver
Make your way to the doors prior to your stop especially if you're exiting at a
double-decker bus. You can pay your bus fare at the front of the bus when you
enter. Pay with exact change, tickets, or with a full day pass. For more detailed
information go to hip.com. There are also various private bus tour companies
like CVS tours, Big Bus, and Gray line sightseeing companies. If you don't want
to figure out bus routes, this is a good option. These companies offer various
kinds of tours and also hop-on hop-off service. You can purchase tickets at
their Tickets stalls in front of the Emperor's hotel and their bus stops. You
can also purchase tickets at the Victoria Visitor Center. The Visitor
Center is located at 812 Wharf Street across the street from the Emperor's
hotel. The visitor center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. during the spring
and summer hours. You can go to the visitor center to purchase tickets, make
reservations for tours, arrange transportation, book accommodations, and
get local advice and information. You can also drop in for free brochures and maps as well
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