The Tree of Life is one of the most magical natural wonders I've ever seen. Tucked away along the…read morerugged coastline near Kalaloch, this tree looks like something out of a fairy tale. Its massive roots are completely exposed, suspended in the air over a small cave, yet it continues to thrive against all odds. Standing beneath it, you can really feel the power of nature's resilience--it's a reminder of strength, beauty, and survival. The backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and the crashing waves make the view even more breathtaking. It's easy to access from the nearby Kalaloch campground, and definitely worth the short walk down to the beach. Whether you're into photography, nature, or simply want to witness something awe-inspiring, the Tree of Life is unforgettable. If you're visiting Olympic National Park, this is a must-see stop.

Outside of not being completely sure initially I was looking at the correct wind tortured tree it…read morewas an easy walk to the beach. The tree is huge. It's roots are exposed because of the cave and erosion. Worth the sand in your shoes to check it out.

Hatley Castle, tucked away on Victoria Island, was a serene and picturesque stop on a crisp…read moremorning. Even though the air was chilly and the castle didn't open until 10 a.m., wandering the grounds beforehand felt like a moment out of a storybook. The expansive, beautifully kept gardens and coastal views made the stroll well worth it, offering a quiet and peaceful way to take in the surroundings. Paid parking is available, making it an easy stop to add to a morning itinerary.

Cool to view but tours are closed in the winter, so we were able to wander the grounds only. Not…read morethe size expected for a castle, it's part of the university and classes are held in the winter which is why there weren't any tours available.

If you love Art Deco, pop into this 1930s office building near the water. It's open to the public…read moreto see the architecture inside. Most of the design is in the lobby and don't sleep on going inside one of the elevators. There are a few shops in the basement. Restrooms are in the basement but they aren't open to the public unless you ask a shop owner to let you in.

Went there under renovation, but the side decor is still able to be seen alongside the building…read more Very iconic, but wish it was not under construction

Review #1 for 2026 I…read morewas determined to go to the Parliament buildings when we did a day trip to Victoria from Vancouver. The building itself is huge from the outside and does feel a bit smaller on the inside, but it is beautiful! They do free tours and I was afraid we would not be able to catch a tour, but during the summer, they do tours everyday of the week! The tour tickets are first come first serve. We managed to get tickets for the 12pm tour the day we were there. You just go towards the entrance and there will be volunteers passing out tour tickets for the next available tour. The tours are all done by volunteers. The parliament buildings are part of British history and now used for government business. We had roughly 30 minutes before our tour. So we went and took pictures around the outside of the building. To get the entire building, you have to take a picture from the sidewalk since the building is so big. There is a water fountain in front of the building as well as across the street. There is also a massive totem pole near the building. The tour was filled with information. Make sure you go to the bathroom before they start the tour. I think the tour is about an hour long, but it flew by as all of it was so interesting and there was so much so see. I enjoyed the tour. There is a gift shop at the end of the tour. The gift shop is TINY! I ended up getting some pins as I collect them and I also bought some Parlia-Mints! Get it? HAHA. My husband loved it and had a good laugh. I think I should had gotten some more to hand out to people when I got home. It came in a cute metal container. Apparently there is also a cafe here which I would had liked to try but it was not open when we were there. Also at night, the buildings are lit up. We had to leave before the lights came on as we had a ferry to catch back to Vancouver, but the pictures I have seen look absolutely stunning. Would I come back? Yes I would! I would love to see the buildings all lit up at night... and of course I have to buy some more of those ParliaMints!!

Take a stroll through history. Just walking the grounds is great with a lot to see…read more Monuments, grass, architecture, and a lot of people. This is a great place to stretch your legs before going next door to the museum.

The longest walk I've ever done to get to a lighthouse. It's about 5 miles to and back, not…read moreincluding the walk from the parking lot. Direct sunlight, so wear a hat and sunblock. The nice part is you're next to the waters and there's sea shells and neat rocks to find along the way. Once you get to the lighthouse, you can go up to observe the views, and there's a bathroom. It's just a very long walk!

Definitely worth the hike to the lighthouse. 5.5 miles one way or 11 miles round trip. Took me…read moreabout five hours including the lighthouse tour. Beach is clean and waves crashing is loud so kind of cool. Staff at park entrance are friendly and will answer questions if you have them. $3 to enter the park.

Just your basic marina with lots of boats coming in from the strait with their catch. Lots of gulls…read morepoopin' everywhere so watch your step. May see some sea lions looking for scraps. It's great if you want to walk around and check out the fishermen's catch, but this is a working marina so it's not ideal for a leisure stroll around the docks. We were here for a chartered fishing trip around Neah Bay. I will write a review of our experience on their site as they were wonderful! We had caught our limit within two hours of our trip, and that is three different species with different limits! It's a quiet town, so don't expect a lot of excitement, but it's nice if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city... by that I mean neighboring Vancouver B.C or Seattle.

Just be careful of those man stinkin' sealions! If you're filleting your fish onboard those…read moredisgusting creatures will come up and snatch your fish if you're not around. Marina is quite primitive and old. It works and does its job. It's a little annoying when you want to re-fuel but no attendant is around. This isn't the case when its halibut season. Any other time you'll need to tie up and run into big salmon to give them a heads up. Happy hookin'!

A short 0.2 roundtrip paved hike trail nestled through the rainforest with a beautiful 60-ft…read morewaterfall. A picnic area and bench at the end of this short trail will leave you in awe! It will take about 5 minutes or less to reach the waterfall; the pathway can get a little muddy, so I recommend you wear shoes/boots with excellent traction, especially in the wet season. The Elwha River is across Madison Falls; you can glimpse salmon and trout! Unfortunately, we didn't experience this; however, the spring/summer is the best time.

Short and sweet trail leading you to a very beautiful waterfall that you'll surely remember…read moreforever. About a 5 minute walk on a paved trail that will take you around some magnificent trees to a 60ft waterfall. I found myself a seat, closed my eyes for a few minutes and just listed to the cascading water. There are no words beautiful enough to describe listening to this very sound. It was gentle and serene. It put me into an immediate place of peace. Plenty of parking and even a few picnic tables to enjoy. It's so green in every direction. There's also an open field right next door that's the site of the late 19th-century Sweet family homestead that is now used for the parks horses and mules to pasture in the summer months. Across the street you'll find the Elwha River which is another great place to sit and look up at your breathtaking surroundings.

While passing by this behemoth one night in December, the males I was walking with mistook the…read moreknees held against the sculpture's chest for a pair of boobs. Perhaps that has soured my experience with said behemoth, though only slightly, as I can now gaze upon it and smile at what could have been if only the artist were more boobily inclined. But really, it's intended to showcase the diversity of Vancouver with all its different letters and number making up a person. It's also fun to walk around in it.

Came here to see the narrow street to see if my kid could do the American Ninja Warrior Spider Wall…read morething. Yes he can! We came later in the evening so everything was closed. The shops were mostly knick knack shops and probably not something I'd go into anyway even if it were open. It kind of gave me Diagon Alley from Harry Potter vibes. It only took us a couple minutes to walk through and reached the main strip of "Chinatown" - more like "China Block". It was really small and only a few shops and restaurants were open. Maybe my experience of Fan Tan Alley would've been more positive if I came earlier in the day?

Nice and narrow historic alley in Victoria's Chinatown which is the second Chinatown in North…read moreAmerica (after San Francisco) and the first in Canada. It has a couple art shops along it but they were closed for the evening on a Saturday.