If you want to stock up on souvenirs, try Harbour Trading Company (Government Street). They stock Canadiana, artwork, Tilley hats and local delicacies such as Murchie’s tea and Rogers’ Chocolates. Nearby souvenirs of another country are on sale at Out of Ireland Irish Importers.

Best bookstore – Munro’s Books, Government Street.
Best cards and wrappings – Getting it Write
Best Canadian hand-crafted jewellery Artina’s Jewellery, Government Street

Department store The Bay (the company responsible for Victoria’s existence) is downtown.

BC Wines are well stocked at downtown’s Wine Barrel.