🇨🇦 Victoria 2-Day Getaway Guide: Must-See Hidden Gems

Escape Vancouver for a British-style retreat—think ocean breezes, floral gardens, and cozy cafés! ☕🌊 🗓️ Day 1: Downtown Culture + Iconic Sights 🌸 Butchart Gardens Spend 2+ hours here! 🌷 April-May = tulip heaven. 📸 Pro tip: Golden hour photos are magical. Downtown Stroll: Roger’s Chocolate: Souvenirs 🍫 Munro’s Books: Quirky indie bookstore (check staff picks!). Inner Harbour: Sunset reflections = insta-perfect! 🌅 🏛️ BC Legislature + Royal BC Museum Free photo ops outside! Museum = perfect for rainy days. ⛵️ Fisherman’s Wharf + Nourish Café Organic brunch by the docks. Try the avocado toast! 🥑 🗓️ Day 2: Nature Therapy + Small-Town Vibes 🌅 Mt. Douglas Hike 30-min trail (beginner-friendly!) → 360° island views. 🏖️ Oak Bay Walk Quiet, aesthetic seaside snaps. 🌊 🥐 Village Café Brunch Buttery croissants + local coffee. 🎓 University of Victoria (UVic) Circular campus with squirrel squad 🐿️ + lush greenery. 🦚 Beacon Hill Park (Children’s Farm) Pet goats + peacocks! 🐐 Don’t miss the Goat Stampede! 🧥 Note: Island winds are chilly—layer up! 🚢 Perfect for long weekends! #VancouverIsland #VictoriaBC #ButchartGardens #TravelBC #WeekendEscapes #TulipSeason