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Coming to Vancouver Island? Coming to Victoria? Then be sure not to miss a hidden treasure just 25 minutes from downtown Victoria. The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre. This award-winning aquarium is a must for your tour group itineraries.
Group Tours
Group rates are available for groups of 12 or more guests. Admission is complimentary for tour directors and drivers. For group tour rates contact Lana Denoni, Tour & Travel Industry Specialist, sales@oceandiscovery.ca.
Tour Operators
Special net rates are available to accredited wholesale tour operators and receptives. We also offer familiarization tours and site inspections. Advance notice is requested so that we can give you a personalized tour of our aquarium.
Also offered
School Programs run throughout the school year for students K-12. Our facility also provides a unique backdrop for special events. Please call 250.665.7511 for further information on school programs and special events.
More Information
The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre is open year-round on the spectacular Sidney Waterfront. It is in close proximity from the Butchart Gardens and other attractions on the Peninsula. The town of Sidney offers visitors great shopping, dining and overnight accommodation.
We have parking available for tour buses plus there is ample parking around our facility for visitors arriving by car. Our facility is also accessible to those with physical challenges and is entirely wheelchair accessible.
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| Travel Time From | By Car | By Public Transit |
| BC Ferries Swartz Bay | 9 minutes | 13 minutes |
| Victoria International Airport | 10 minutes | 15 minutes |
| Washington State Ferries | 1 minute | Two blocks walking |
| Butchart Gardens | 20 minutes | 40 minutes |
| Downtown Victoria | 25 minutes | 50-60 minutes |
