Victoria Island Trip 🚢 | Travel Tips & Afternoon Tea Guide

Just went on a perfect day trip to Victoria right before the BC long weekend — so proud of my well-planned itinerary! 😎 🚢 How to Get There: ⛴️ Book via BC Ferries 👉 Depart from: Vancouver (Tsawwassen) → To: Victoria (Swartz Bay) 👉 Select number of passengers + vehicle details (if driving) 👉 Choose your sailing time 👉 We booked round-trip tickets for a day trip ‼️ Arrive 30–60 minutes EARLY to avoid missing check-in! 🌄 Once parked, head to the deck to enjoy the views and ocean breeze 🌊 (Snacks and drinks are available onboard too!) 🌸 First Stop: The Butchart Gardens No photo or video can truly capture the beauty of this place — you have to see it to believe it! 🎨✨ 📸 Photo Tips: Wear plain-colored clothing — it pops against the flowers! Don’t just shoot the blooms — the wooded areas and hidden paths are magical too 🌲 There’s a cute wooden cabin 🛖 — shoot through its window for a dreamy garden frame! 🫖 Famous Garden Afternoon Tea Celebrated my mom’s birthday here — booked the first seating a week in advance! 📍 The Dining Room at Butchart Gardens Loved the vibe and service 🥰 Set menu per person — just pick your tea! 🍵 Recommended teas: 100th Anniversary Teaberry Blend 🧁 Standout bites: English trifle, cream leek tart, pork sausage roll Allow 3–4 hours to fully enjoy the gardens 🌷⏳ Then head downtown for a relaxing city walk! 📸 Must-Visit Downtown Spots: Victoria Harbour Ferry — great photo op! 📍 BC Parliament Buildings 🏛️ (tickets available to go inside) Hatley Castle 🏰 Rogers' Chocolates 🍫 🍽️ Must-Eat Food Spots: 📍 Red Fish Blue Fish 🐟 Very popular! Try the BC Halibut & fish tacos 🌮 📍 Murchie’s Fine Tea & Coffee Go EARLY for cakes!! 🍰 (You’ve been warned 😂) 📍 Hey Happy ☕ Cozy vibe — Iced coconut latte 🥥 = 👌💯 📍 Milano Victoria Another popular café — try their pour-over coffee! #VictoriaIsland #VictoriaBC #TravelGuide #AfternoonTea #BCFerries #ButchartGardens #ExploreCanada #DayTrip #FoodAndTravel 🧳🍁