Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse

Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse sits on the Saanich Peninsula at 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road in Saanichton, a short drive from both Victoria and the Swartz Bay ferry terminal, making it one of southern Vancouver Island's most convenient and rewarding agritourism stops. The property centres on an organic orchard with stunning views over the trees to the Salish Sea, and the ciderhouse has become a benchmark for craft cider in British Columbia. The cider list is organized into three main lines: sparkling ciders, including the Heirloom, Canadian Invasion and Barrel series; Temperance non-alcoholic options that ensure designated drivers and non-drinkers are well looked after; and fortified ciders for those exploring the richer end of the spectrum. Flagship bottles and popular pours like Birds and the Bees and Bittersweet showcase the range that heritage cider apples can achieve. A visit here is as much about the setting and the table as the glass. The tasting room operates as a full restaurant with a menu that is entirely gluten-free, a rarity that has earned Sea Cider a devoted following among celiac and gluten-sensitive travellers. Visitors can book a table, order cider flights, and settle in for a relaxed meal overlooking the orchard. The venue is family-friendly, welcomes dogs, and hosts a lively calendar that has included paint nights, chocolate pairings and cooking classes with local chefs, alongside weddings and private events throughout the year. Sea Cider is open daily year-round, with slightly longer hours through the summer season, closing only for Christmas and New Year's Day. For travellers touring the Saanich Peninsula's farms, vineyards and gardens, or simply looking for a memorable lunch stop between Victoria and the ferries, Sea Cider delivers an experience that captures Vancouver Island's farm-to-glass spirit.