Marcelina & Dylan
Visiting Victoria & Surroundings
Victoria Hikes & Walks
A few highlights from the area include: - Goldstream Park: Hike Mt. Finlayson or walk the trails and take in the river, forest, waterfall and ocean. Sadly the trestle has been blocked off for safety reasons but there is still so much to enjoy. - Mount Doug: Hike to the top or drive up to a scenic view point over looking the entire city (easy to check off on your way to the reception). There is also a beach access point but there's better beaches to stop by! - Mount Tolmie: Similar to Mount Doug but at a lower elevation
Victoria Downtown Sightseeing
The downtown core has lots to offer, below are some key spots to see! - Walk along the inner harbour or rent a bike and enjoy a city known for its bike lanes! (in Canada at least). - Take a water taxi from the inner harbour to Fisherman's Wharf - Walk through Chinatown (oldest in the country!) and don't forget FanTan Alley
Victoria Food
Dinner: - Ebizo (take out only but it's the best sushi!) - Bodega - Boom & Batten - The Courtney Room - Sherwood - Primastrada Pizzeria Brunch/Lunch/Coffee: - Hey Happy - Sherwood - Blue Fox - Finest at Sea - Fish Hook Craft Breweries: - Ile Sauvage - Phillips Drinks: - Little Jumbo - Sherwood - Clives - Clarke & Co.
Victoria Attractions
- Butchart Gardens - BC Royal Museum
Vancouver Hikes & Walks
- Whistler: If you have the chance we would recommend a day-trip with a stop at the Sea-to-Sky Gondola. There are lots of trails around both and beautiful views! - Sea-to-Sky Gondola: If you don't want to go all the way to Whistler this is a nice alternative with stunnign views! - Stawamus Chief: It's a hike for those with good shoes and plenty of water. Don't take it lightly, many people underestimate the hike and end up seriously injuring themselves. - Grouse Grind: Schedule about 1.5-2 hours - Stanley Park: Rent a bike and enjoy the waterfront path in the best way possible!
Vancouver Downtown
- Gas Town: Don't forget to stroll past the iconic Steam Clock! - Chinatown Millennium Gate - Granville Island and the Market - Vancouver Art Gallery - Vancouver Aquarium
Vancouver Food
Dinner: - Kissa Tanto (make a reservation now!) - Ask for Luigi - Como Taperia - Bao Bei - Miku Sushi Brunch/Lunch/Coffee: - The Birds & The Beets - Matchstix - Chambar - Cafe Medina - Prado Cafe - Modus Coffee Roasters - Kafka's - Nemesis Coffee Craft Breweries: - Alibi Room Drinks: - The Botanist - The Shameful Tiki Room - La Mezcaleria - L'abbattoir - Pidgin
Vancouver Attractions
- Van Dusen Botanical Garden - Bloedel Conservatory - Capilano Suspension Bridge - Queen Elizabeth Park - English Bay Beach