Victoria Ultimate Travel Guide📍 Must-Visit Spots!
🚢 Ferry Tips Tsawwassen (Vancouver) → Swartz Bay (Victoria) Book early (we took the 8:00 AM ferry). Ticket type: Saver (includes reservation fee). 🌊 Day 1: Coastal Charm & Castles 1️⃣ Sidney Town Quaint seaside village with heritage buildings + cozy cafés. Brunch by the water + stroll along the pier (feels like Banff’s vintage charm!). 2️⃣ Victoria Downtown (First Look) Quick waterfront walk + dinner prep for Day 2’s deep dive. 3️⃣ Royal Roads University + Hatley Castle 🏰✨ 1908 castle-turned-university (yes, students once lived here!). Photo ops: Symmetrical gardens + castle facade (wedding photoshoot spot!). 4️⃣ Coburg Peninsula 🚗💨 Stunning oceanfront drive—pull over for pics + distant castle views! 🌲 Day 2: Wild Beaches & Hidden Gems 5️⃣ Whiffin Spit (Sooke) Like Iona Beach but wilder—a thin spit connecting land + sea. Golden hour tip: Stop here if the sky’s on fire! 🔥 6️⃣ Mystic Beach✨ (Highlight!) 2km hike to cliffside waves—raw, powerful, and unforgettable. Camping-friendly (saw tons of tents!). ⚠️ No signal! Download offline maps beforehand. 🌙 Evening Relaxation Chinatown night walk + harbor lights. Hotel recharge for Day 3 adventures! 📸 Pro Tips Hatley Castle: Go early to avoid crowds. Mystic Beach: Wear sturdy shoes (rocks + tides!). Ferry: Arrive 1+ hour early for boarding (yes, really). #VictoriaBC #TravelGuide #HatleyCastle #MysticBeach #CanadaRoadTrip