About Sidney
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In Sidney-by-the-Sea, situated amidst the Gulf Islands with Mount Baker in the distance, you will quickly discover why we are fortunate to live, work and play in this community where you can experience the relaxed atmosphere of a small seaside town and enjoy all the advantages of the big city.
Sidney is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island on the Saanich Peninsula - just a 20 minute drive from downtown Victoria. Sidney is home to the Sidney / US (Anacortes, WA) Ferry Terminal and just minutes from the Victoria International Airport as well as the Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal. Wide-ranged local bus service is available to all areas of the Peninsula and downtown Victoria. Our weather is the mildest in Canada with prevailing westerly ocean winds moderating both summer and winter temperatures.
We are a year round tourist destination with 3.6 kilometres of waterfront and many wonderful activities to explore including: two Museums (Marine and Historical); a Marine Ecology Centre; whale watching; street statues and murals; a Mineral World; and our 420 ft. Fishing Pier with a thriving marine life Artificial Reef. Our waterfront location allows for many other water related activities such as boating, sailing, kayaking, diving and fishing.
Our pedestrian friendly downtown offers an excellent variety of stores, specialty shops and businesses providing unique products and personalized service. Sidney is known as Booktown where you can enjoy many hours of browsing through new and used books in a large number of bookstores. Sidney's restaurants offer a diverse assortment of excellent meals and cater to all tastes.
Whether it's browsing through one of our many art galleries, exploring a historical museum or enjoying a night at the theatre, Sidney offers an abundance of arts and cultural attractions.
Our main streeet, Beacon Avenue, is home to stunning three dimensional murals and life-like bronzed statues. Our marine oriented community is host to a variety of activities, attractions and entertainment that will entice any taste and desire.
The motto of the Town of Sidney is "Welcome" and one look at its beautiful surroundings, vibrant economy and peaceful community will make anyone want to call it home.
The quality of life is truly enriched in Sidney-by-the-Sea through the large number of volunteer groups and associations. Many non-profit organizations participate in the growth and enhancement of our community and community activities.
The Town of Sidney provides over 55 parks, walking trails, Beaches and boat accesses, bike paths, playgrounds, sports fields and picnic areas.
How to get here
For specific directions on how to get to Sidney, please see the Transportation page on the Town of Sidney web site.
Sidney's location is ideal: just a 20 minute drive from downtown Victoria; minutes from the Victoria International Airport and Schwartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal; and home to the Sidney/Anacortes Ferry Terminal.
For more information on Sidney, visit the Town of Sidney.
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