{"id":12616,"date":"2017-08-01T21:14:55","date_gmt":"2017-08-01T21:14:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/?p=12513"},"modified":"2018-04-02T22:24:38","modified_gmt":"2018-04-02T22:24:38","slug":"10-epic-victoria-selfie-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stgwww.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/10-epic-victoria-selfie-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Epic Spots in Victoria to Snap a Selfie"},"content":{"rendered":"

Say what you will about the ubiquitous selfie photos dominating your social feed, but we\u2019ve all taken them at one point or another. Whether it\u2019s a simple cell phone snapshot, the notorious \u201cselfie-stick\u201d or timer mode on a professional camera, when there\u2019s no one around (and no one looking), there\u2019s nothing as practical as the humble selfie.<\/p>\n

In Victoria, there\u2019s a surplus of prime locales for photo ops, which showcase everything from the area\u2019s natural beauty to historic landmarks. Go ahead and make your way to one (or all 10) of these epic selfie spots and snap a quick one!<\/p>\n


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The Parliament Buildings<\/h2>\n

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Nothing says Victoria quite like\u00a0the Parliament Buildings<\/a>. This statuesque landmark is first on our list for obvious reasons. Historic building in the background? Check. Flowers in the foreground? Check. Regal expression with a hint of eyebrow lift? You\u2019re killing it.<\/p>\n

Ogden Point<\/h2>\n

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Impressive any time of the day, Ogden Point<\/a> is sure to induce major FOMO with all your friends come sundown. Position your phone just right and you\u2019ll capture those golden rays as they form a halo behind you, Salish waters lapping the breakwater on either side.<\/p>\n

Fisherman\u2019s Wharf<\/h2>\n

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With dozens of quaint houseboats sporting bright pastel paint jobs, Fisherman\u2019s Wharf<\/a> is begging for some Insta action. It\u2019s not uncommon to come across seals from time to time, and everyone knows a seal selfie tops them all.<\/p>\n

Drinking Tea<\/h2>\n

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It\u2019s no secret Victoria is home to plenty of tea rooms<\/a>, so there\u2019s certain to be one up your alley. Plop down for a sumptuous sip and mug with your cuppa at the Fairmont Empress Afternoon Tea<\/a>. Or, if modern and minimal is your preferred look, Terroir\u2019s<\/a> Tea Salon is sure to impress with its New York caf\u00e9 interior and fancy Steampunk tea brewers.<\/p>\n

On Top of a Mountain<\/h2>\n

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Though not technically in Victoria proper, nearby hikes on Mount Douglas<\/a> or Mill Hill Park<\/a> will prove worthy of some downright breathtaking views of the island from above. Just make sure to drink water and bring sunscreen if you go on a warm day. Rosy cheeks are in, but sunburn? Not so much.<\/p>\n

In a Kayak<\/h2>\n

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While this shot isn\u2019t for butterfingers, a selfie on a kayak can be supremely rewarding. Paddle out into the Inner Harbour aboard a sunset kayak tour<\/a>, unzip that plastic bag, and for a few sweet moments you\u2019ll feel on top of the world.<\/p>\n

Surrounded by Flowers<\/h2>\n

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There are entire Instagram feeds dedicated to flowers, and why shouldn\u2019t there be? They\u2019re pretty much proven to beautify any scene. Snap a selfie with some vibrant roses at The Butchart Gardens<\/a>\u00a0(NOTE: Selfie sticks are banned from The Gardens), along winding pathways at Abkhazi<\/a> or underneath one of hundreds of hanging baskets in downtown Victoria.<\/p>\n

With the Real Locals!<\/h2>\n

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Imagine spotting a pod of orcas on the Salish Sea: big plumbs of mist burst from their blowholes just yards from your boat. It\u2019s enough to feel\u2026over-whalemed! In the heat of the moment, don\u2019t forget to grab a few snaps before they dive back under. With several options for whale watching<\/a> in Victoria, you can plan a time that works with your busy selfie schedule.<\/p>\n

In Canada\u2019s Narrowest Street<\/h2>\n

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Fan Tan Alley<\/a>. At less than a meter wide, it\u2019s difficult not to rub your shoulders on either side, never mind pose for the perfect photo. Nevertheless, we\u2019ve seen some impressive selfies born here, especially from those with Spiderman-like wall scaling abilities.<\/p>\n

With Victoria Behind You!<\/h2>\n

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As you board the Clipper to return home, nothing caps off the entire adventure quite like a shot of downtown Victoria and the Inner Harbour taken right from the deck of the boat. Sea breeze in your hair, the setting sun and a grin across your face, it\u2019s basically a free glamour shot, courtesy of yours truly.<\/p>\n

With your memory card full of all the memories (and goofy expressions) from a journey you\u2019ll never forget, you\u2019ll have plenty of photos to choose from to share when you return. We\u2019ll bet you\u2019ll be planning your next trip almost as soon as you\u2019re back. Just don\u2019t be surprised if a couple of extra friends tag along.<\/p>\n

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