Downtown Victoria Mini Travel Guide.

In this mini travel guide we've curated 5 of our favourite attractions to visit while in Victoria, British Columbia, along with a few favourite places to eat. Also included are some transportation recommendations to help you get to Victoria.

Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful gardens, historic buildings and laid-back island vibe. 

Whether you're strolling through the picturesque Inner Harbour, exploring the bustling downtown core, or admiring the stunning views from Beacon Hill Park, there's always something new to discover in this vibrant city.

Victoria, BC, Canada

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

August 26-29 ‘21 Weekend in Victoria with Ali, Stef, Tyler. 

Victoria, BC

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My bread and butter. My hometown. Beautiful British Columbia's capital city. VICTORIA! 

Born and raised here, I pride myself on collecting all the best local places around the city.  I have personally been to all these places and would absolutely recommend. I hope you enjoy! 

A total of 66 things on this map: Restaurants, beaches, coffee shops, hikes, breweries, shopping, things to see and do to help you fall in love with the Victoria area! As a bonus, I've included some of my absolute favourites across the entire Peninsula as I truly believe you can't miss them! 

Victoria, B.C. Canada

If you're planning a trip to Canada and want to make the most of its wide range of landscapes, British Columbia is where you need to go! This is where the mountains meet the Pacific ocean, while also nestling one of the country's most vibrant cities, Vancouver. Between mountains, glaciers, rainforests, coastlines, British Columbia truly has it all!

This guide is best suited for first timers who want to see as much as possible of British Columbia at a moderate pace. There is a lot of exploring planned, but you will have time to enjoy it without feeling like you're in a rush.

This guide includes a detailed 15 days itinerary based on my own experience as a BC resident and the road trip I organised for my parents in June 2023. You will find 90+ carefully curated places including accommodations, restaurants, activities, hikes, sight suggestions and even hidden gems! Everything you need in one place, so you can focus on enjoying your trip! 

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If you were wondering where paradise on Earth is, the answer might be Vancouver Island. Known for its relaxed way of life and certainly not to be mistaken with the city of Vancouver. As part of the Pacific Northwest, this is the ultimate nature getaway,
 you will surround yourself with pristine rainforests, mountains, surfing towns and some of the most unique beaches in Canada.

This guide focuses on the southern half of the island, detailing a 5-6 day flexible itinerary. It's my pick of the bunch having explored Vancouver Island many times as a BC resident. You will find 40+ carefully curated places including accommodations, restaurants, activities, hikes, sight suggestions and many hidden gems! Everything you need in one place, so you can focus on enjoying your trip! 

If you're planning to visit the island as part of a longer trip around the Vancouver area, it would make more sense that you check out my British Columbia itinerary instead (the island guide is included in it)!

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In this guide you will find: 
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Victoria is the capital city of beautiful British Columbia! And is one of the more beautiful cities I have been too. Reminiscent of England but with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest! 

Here is a guide on what to do with 3 days in this harbor front city! 

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Short on time, and want to make the most of your time in Vancouver? Then this itinerary is perfect for you! 

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Beacon Hill Park

Beacon Hill Park is right in the middle of the city, it has beautiful flowery gardens and wandering peacocks. But the best part to me is the waterfront side, with the United States right on the other side of the water and its Olympic Mountains. 

Perfect place to walk around in nature and enjoy the beautiful gardens. Great place for kids to check out the petting zoo. 

Take a stroll through Beacon Hill Park, a beautiful park with gardens, ponds, and walking trails.

Beacon Hill Park features tranquil gardens, and stunning views from the hilltop lookout.

11 AM - Nice park to walk around. Make sure to see the Moss Lady!

Beacon Hill Park

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