Mini Golf with Friends

SUMMER FUN PASSPORT ENTRY  |  TICK!

After a couple of failed attempts to get in some quality mini golf time we were very happy to find this cute little course in Victoria, BC ... with some very good friends to boot.

There was plenty to celebrate ...

Another entry in our Summer Fun Passport

We took the Summer Bucket List Challenge. Our working list is here.

Photo Friday #13

TRAVELS WITH KID | VICTORIA, BC

Statues and fountains; historical monuments ... and playground.









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AFTERNOON IN VICTORIA, BC | TRAVELS WITH KIDS
1. The Tea Room at the Empress Hotel
721 Government Street, Victoria
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Tea at the Empress is the real deal. It's dress up time. It's scones, finger sandwiches, and biscuits. On a 3 tiered serving tray. And tea of course. At 5 years old, we thought that Spud might be a bit young to appreciate a high tea experience. And we've done it before ourselves, on a pre-baby trip here. Everyone should do it once, I think. So we'll be back. They have afterall, gone to the trouble of offering a darling menu for the wee princes and princesses too. Check it out, it's too cute.

Seatings once a day. Reservations 250 389 2727.

There are certainly less expensive places to experience an English afternoon tea in Victoria so if the Empress is too dear for you or too stuffy ask at tourist information for some nice alternatives.

2. Miniature World
649 Humboldt Street, Victoria [in the Empress Hotel]
t 250 385 9731

I have to say I was a little skeptical of this one. But Spud really enjoyed it. With something like 80 different miniature dioramas depicting everything from outer space to medieval Europe it kept him interested for almost an hour.



It also boasts many large doll houses, one of which is among the largest in the world. And, a highlight for Spud, was the train that travels across Canada, starting in Vancouver and ending in the Maritime provinces, in the day and the night.



3. Rogers Chocolates Soda Shoppe
801 Government Street, Victoria
t 1 800 663 2220



Rogers Chocolates is an institution and should not be missed. And they've opened an ice cream shop across the street from the Empress ... so that's handy!

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AFTERNOON IN VICTORIA, BC | TRAVELS WITH KIDS
1. The Provincial Legislature
501 Belleville Street, Victoria
t 250 387 3046

A quick peak in here meant Spud spent about 15 minutes exploring the halls and staircases noting the mosaics, the stained glass windows and the many photos of days gone by.







2. Royal BC Museum
675 Belleville Street, Victoria
t 250 356 7226

This is one of BC's finest museums and a must-do.




Highlights for Spud:
Walking around the replica First Nations longhouse ...



walking around in the "olden days" ...



A little stroll through the forest scenes ...



and by the seaside ...



The woolly mammoth on the other hand, spooked him a bit, and was carefully avoided.



3. Ferris' Grill + Oyster Bar
536 Yates Street, Victoria
t 250 360 1824

After a long afternoon of historical trekking, a little West Coast style seafood restaurant may be what's in order. The upstairs is more upscale. We dined downstairs where it’s more casual and gorged ourselves on on variously prepared oysters and spicy seafood stew. Small and cozy and family friendly, this spot offers good valued kids menu as well.

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1. Red Fish, Blue Fish
1006 Wharf Street, Victoria
t 250 298 6877



This gem of a restaurant is just a trailer on a wharf. But don’t let its simple appearance fool you.



It’s the perfect spot for a spot of lunch. Especially if the weather’s nice; grab some great fish and chips and pull up some stools and have lunch right on the dock.



Venturing away from the traditional fish and chip fare will treat you to some interesting seafood options with a fusion flare.

2. Beacon Hill Park
On a nice day this is a great place to tucker the wee ones out. This 200 acre park includes a petting zoo and a great playground.



3. Bug Zoo
631 Courtney Street, Victoria
t 250 384 2847

A definite highlight of our trip to Victoria. All the bugs are alive and well [unlike a museum where they are cured and pinned]. The ‘tours’ are continuous and conducted by enthusiastic, knowledgeable staff who gave us all good reasons to appreciate bugs a bit more. Spud had a bit of a one-sided 'conversation' with this leafy guy ...



Kept his distance from this guy ...



And voluntarily agreed to hold this one! An African millipede, the largest in the world.



My boy never ceases to surprise me.

4. Pagliacci’s
1001 Broad Street, Victoria
t 250 386 1662



Assuming you’ve worked up an appetite from an afternoon at the park, Pagliacci’s is where you will find super fine pasta in a very kid friendly environment. This restaurant is a must do for any visit to Victoria. We had a mini birthday celebration, special child friendly food requests, and spilt milk ... and it was taken in stride with a smile. It’s a very popular spot with the locals, even mid-week, so arrive before 5 pm to avoid line ups.