Nikki's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Malahat SkyWalk
901 Trans-Canada HwySpectacular views of the Finlayson Arm
Walking trails, camping, picnic area and also the site of the famous salmon run between mid October and early December.
242 locals recommend
Goldstream Provincial Park
Walking trails, camping, picnic area and also the site of the famous salmon run between mid October and early December.
Classic Victoria pit stop! It’s a must if it’s your first time to Victoria.
388 locals recommend
The Butchart Gardens
800 Benvenuto AveClassic Victoria pit stop! It’s a must if it’s your first time to Victoria.
Hiking
A moderate hike at Goldstream Provincial Park. Great views of Bear Mountain and beyond!
I like to start hiking at 7am before it gets too hot in the summer! Allow yourself ~2 hours round trip for the moderately fit.
56 locals recommend
Mt Finlayson summit
I like to start hiking at 7am before it gets too hot in the summer! Allow yourself ~2 hours round trip for the moderately fit.
A moderate hike with great views in the Sooke hills! Easier than Mount Finlayson. Bonus toilets in the parking lot!
9 locals recommend
Mount Wells Regional Park
Humpback RoadA moderate hike with great views in the Sooke hills! Easier than Mount Finlayson. Bonus toilets in the parking lot!
Spectacular panoramic views! A nice trail for beginners and athletes alike. High reward for an easy hike!
13 locals recommend
Lone Tree Hill
1450 Millstream RdSpectacular panoramic views! A nice trail for beginners and athletes alike. High reward for an easy hike!
If you enjoy a nice walking or running trail this is it! A popular spot for runners and dog walkers. Pet friendly!
98 locals recommend
Thetis Lake Regional Park
If you enjoy a nice walking or running trail this is it! A popular spot for runners and dog walkers. Pet friendly!
Food scene
Our favourite burger joint. Half price burgers after 9pm every night with a drink purchase!
144 locals recommend
Bin 4 Burger Lounge
Our favourite burger joint. Half price burgers after 9pm every night with a drink purchase!
Pho Vy Vietnamese Restaurant
113-857 Terlane AvenueGreat Vietnamese food! My favourite: #16 if you like hot and spicy!
MOD Pizza
Pick as little or as many toppings as you want for the same price!
Favourite bubble tea/boba joint! My favourite is the No. 1 70% sugar, less ice! (Milk tea with tapioca, grass jelly and pudding).
SHAKE IT Bubble Tea (Langford)
Favourite bubble tea/boba joint! My favourite is the No. 1 70% sugar, less ice! (Milk tea with tapioca, grass jelly and pudding).
Downtown Victoria
A 25 minute drive from our place will take you to the heart of Victoria.
One of my favourite restaurants! Family style, excellent drinks, great service and delicious food. You MUST try the tater tots!
18 locals recommend
Wind Cries Mary
45 Bastion SquareOne of my favourite restaurants! Family style, excellent drinks, great service and delicious food. You MUST try the tater tots!
One of the best Thai restaurants in the city. Great portion sizes!
10 locals recommend
Sookjai Thai Restaurant
893 Fort StOne of the best Thai restaurants in the city. Great portion sizes!
Cute little area to walk around and try delicious foods! Nice park/picnic area. Walkable from downtown Victoria.
255 locals recommend
Fisherman's Wharf Park
12 Erie StCute little area to walk around and try delicious foods! Nice park/picnic area. Walkable from downtown Victoria.
Iconic place to go for a nice walk and take in the views. Great area for dog walkers.
Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada
Iconic place to go for a nice walk and take in the views. Great area for dog walkers.
Beautiful area to go for a walk and take in the ocean views.
35 locals recommend
Breakwater Lighthouse
The BreakwaterBeautiful area to go for a walk and take in the ocean views.