Saanich East Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Mount Douglas Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Douglas Park, a lovely green space in Victoria. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
Come to this working harbor to see its colorful floating houses, go on a kayaking trip or a wildlife-spotting cruise and enjoy a meal of fresh seafood on the docks.
Royal BC Museum
Learn about the region’s human and natural history, visit some of the oldest buildings in the province and see a special collection of totem poles.
British Columbia Parliament Building
Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.
Things to do
Historical Landmarks Tour of Victoria Grand City and Craigdarroch Castle
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Saanich East
Gordon Head
If you're spending some time in Gordon Head, Mount Douglas Park and Lambrick Park are top sights worth seeing.
Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Royal Athletic Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
Saanich Core
While Saanich Core isn't home to many top sights, Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Government Street while in the area.
Jubilee
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jubilee and surrounding area, you can visit Lower Johnson Street and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.