🇨🇦 Victoria + Nanaimo Adventure (Detailed Itinerary!)

As a Type J traveler (but one who hates over-planning 😅), I winged this trip—and it was PERFECT! First time in Victoria, zero stress, just vibes. 🌸 Here’s my "no-brainer" guide for you to copy! 🚢 Route: Victoria → Nanaimo 📍 Victoria Highlights 1️⃣ Downtown City Walk Strolled past charming streets + harbor views. 2️⃣ The Butchart Gardens 🌷 (Ticket required) Worth every penny—floral heaven! 3️⃣ University of Victoria (UVic) 🎓 Circular campus + squirrel friends everywhere! 🐿️ 4️⃣ Mount Tolmie Park Panoramic views of the city! 5️⃣ Beacon Hill Park Walked from downtown—so scenic! 6️⃣ Legislative Assembly at Night 🏛️ Sparkly lights = magic. ✨ 🚗 Victoria → Nanaimo Roadtrip 1️⃣ Hatley Castle (at Royal Roads University) 🏰 X-Men vibes + gardens rivaling Butchart! 2️⃣ Malahat Skywalk 🌊 Mountain + ocean views + thrill slide (rode it twice!). 3️⃣ Waterwheel Park 🎨 Quaint mural town—cute photo ops! 4️⃣ Old Country Market (Goats on the Roof!) 🐐 Yes, literal roof goats + a wild Chinese-owned shop with giant statues! 5️⃣ Nanaimo Seaside Ended with a peaceful ocean walk. 🍽️ Foodie Stops 1️⃣ Victoria Pocha 🍖 Best pork knuckle EVER. 2️⃣ Kuma Noodle Japan 🍜 Unreal donburi bowls. 3️⃣ Uni Modern Japanese 🍣 Meh (pricey for the quality). 4️⃣ Lighthouse Bistro & Pub 🦪 Fresh oysters + mussels! Final Verdict: Victoria = flower paradise 🌸, Nanaimo = quirky fun! This route was chef’s kiss 👌—no planning needed. #ExploreCanada #VictoriaBC #Nanaimo #NoPlanJustGo #Wanderlust #TravelGram #VancouverIsland #FoodieFinds