it was not on our primary itinerary. But on plan B. Having more time on hand we decided to take our…read morekid there so he could see farm animals and peacocks. It truly is amazing park. Very similar to Golden Gate but still very different. The ey don't charge fees but there is suggested fee ($7 for adults $6 for kids. Or you can donate Howe much ever you like. The farm animals and specially petting goats was the best experience. We saw many peacocks and peahens roaming freely. The ducks and geese in all the ponds were keeping children's entertained. They have multiple pathways and trails to walk or bike. We visited two of the children's playgrounds on two different days. Definitely plenty of parking all over. If you have little ones definitely recommend to visit to have their play time. It also is mini Butchart gardens if you missed the real one.

It's the peacock park! Plenty of peacocks flexing their tails. Well maintained. There's also the…read moreanimals area for kids. Well maintained.

Great family park at the beach with a free parking lot. Gyro park has many features for all types…read moreof people. First, the beach is beautiful. It's a great place for swimming or sunbathing in the summer, or lounging in the winter on a sunny day. Second, the large field with it's bench tables are great for picnics. Finally, the playground is unique and large! Tip: there is a public bathroom next to the parking lot.

Great playground for kids, and right on the beach! It has a zip line, a huge octopus to climb on, a…read moresea dragon, a pirate ship. We love it here!

Gorgeous park. Such a lovely place to hike - or just sit. We saw a regatta when we visited.read more

Uplands Park is a series of trails overlooking the water right next to Willows Beach. The area…read morefeatures scenic views that cannot be beat. There are also deer,and rabbits in the area. The trails are not wheelchair accesible since there are stairs and plenty of steep rocks. Great place to paint, draw, hike, or picnic as you sit on the rocks over looking the water. Just make sure the sea gulls don't steal your food!

This is a favorite for locals on sunny days. Quaint beach, logs, some rocks exposed in the bay at…read morelow tide. Different wildlife sights depending on the season. People bring their SUP, kayaks etc out here. Dogs dont have to be on leash during the winter months and not all dog owners are responsible about their pets.... Otherwise its a great place to hang out at any time of year.

Long beach - Vancouver Island, Canada…read more Long and well beach like! Not in your run-of-the-mill way but in a BIG way like a lot of fantastic scenery in Canada. Long beach is 10km in length but feels longer with soft golden sand stretching as far as the eye can see. Looking out on the pacific ocean there is nothing between you and Japan. Turning with your back to the ocean you can see the pacific rim national park - part of which Long Beach sits in. On the edge of the beach between the sand and trees are the remains of massive trees - created by the strong storms the coastline gets every winter. I visited with my husband on our honeymoon 7 years ago. We stayed locally and visited Long beach several times. There is something magical about the place that just kept making us want to see it one more time. Take a look at my pictures and see if you can mentally put yourself there - you'll want to visit for sure!

Interesting park to wander around especially if you enjoy old military relics. Great view of the…read morebay.

AKA Fleming Beach, this is my favorite park in Victoria, and my favorite place to go to explore and…read morereflect. (I hesitate to review my secret getaway spot, but sharing isn't so bad..) What can I say that isn't drenched with sentiment - I have been going here since I was a child. The rocky points, the cliffs (which frequently host climbers,) the bunkers and hidden tunnel, the lookout point it is all beautiful and decaying, rusting over as trees and grass gracefully take over. At night you can watch the lighthouses diligently send out their beacons. The ocean in front of you stops to display distant city lights glittering from the US border, on your left is the bright yet sleepy Victoria, there are dimmed neighborhoods to your right, and it feels like you are outside of this and deep within it all at once perched atop an aging lookout point. I say this with absolute certainty, it is the best place in the world to share a bottle of wine and talk about everything. There are tidal pools to explore during the day, places to jump from rock to rock, trails to follow and things to climb. It is a dog park as well, so it's nice to see all the dogs running and playing in the summer. I should warn beachgoers - there is not much sand to speak of most of the time, so don't bother if that's what you're looking for. It isn't for everyone, but to me it's amazing and perfect.

My husband and I had a great tour of Sooke Basin with Randal. He was professional and friendly, and…read morethe tour had lots of high points. More seals than we could count, amazing sea stars and jellyfish, and beautiful, peaceful scenery. Would highly recommend to anyone!

Enjoyed a lovely introduction to kayaking with Randal. His kayaks are nice and stable and easy to…read moreget in and out of. He took us on a very enjoyable tour of the Sooke Harbour. Within minutes he was pointing out an eagle's nest, we also saw otters, seals, an Ospray, arbutus trees, lichen and more. He tailored the trip to be just the right length for us, and shared info on kayak safety. Highly recommended!

A nice way to get around Victoria on foot without having to brave the busy streets / concrete…read morejungle. The area around the foot bridge with the Selkirk Trestle is the best part of the trail from Uptown to downtown. I'd like to explore more of the trail on bike next time. I saw a seal basking with its belly up right before it dived. It was so relaxed. Lots of bikers and families taking walks on this trail. The bikers like to go fast. They will ring the bell when they pass people on foot. Best to keep you leash short on any pets you will be walking and keep young children close in hand. A really pleasant discovery!

Awesome trail connecting Victoria all the way to nearby towns for walks or biking. Wonderfully…read morecovered in trees, many also take their dogs for a walk. The trail also leads to great picnic areas, lakes, a hidden gem for locals. Value 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Service 5/5 Quality 5/5 20/20

Lovely view of the water. A ten minute walk from University of Victoria campus. This park so part…read moreof the Gordon Head Coastal Greenway. The short trail leads you right down to the water. Try to go at high tide and then again at low tide to get the full impact and the grandeur. There is a friendly stairway leading down to the water. It is really quiet here. You can still hear the hum of the city in the distance. However the sound of the waves softly caressing the shore at low tide and the birds prevail. I even heard the light sharp call of a humming bird in February and some other birds whose sing I couldn't recognize. A lovely calm place well worth a visit.