Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

Victoria

Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city
Victoria featuring a small town or village, street scenes and signage
Lower Johnson Street featuring building ruins
Victoria showing street scenes and heritage architecture
Victoria featuring street scenes, a city and a house

Popular places to visit

Government Street featuring street scenes, a small town or village and a house

Government Street

4.5/5(23 reviews)

This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.

Government Street
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

4/5(18 reviews)

Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.

Chinatown
Miniature World

Miniature World

5/5(4 reviews)

Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.

Miniature World
Bay Centre

Bay Centre

4.5/5(2 reviews)

During your visit to Victoria, you can do some window-shopping at Bay Centre. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Bay Centre
Victoria featuring heritage architecture

Lower Johnson Street

Shop at independent boutique stores, enjoy free live music and dance performances and see historical buildings at this popular downtown Victoria street.

Lower Johnson Street
Bastion Square

Bastion Square

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Victoria when you take a trip to Bastion Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Bastion Square

Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

£92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

£27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return

£220
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
Picture 3 for Activity Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour

Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour

£4
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

£9
per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

£102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
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Top hotels in Downtown Victoria

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is £190 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£190
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,267 reviews)
"Elevators were often busy. That was our only negative. The location to the waterfront was only a short walk away. We had a one-bedroom suite and it was very comfortable and spacious."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is £286 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£286
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,198 reviews)
"We loved our stay so much we became award memebers"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Fairmont Empress
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
642 Johnson St, Victoria, BC
The price is £179 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£179
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,175 reviews)
"Staff were excellent. Nice and close to downtown amenities"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

4 out of 5
777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
The price is £194 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£194
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay in the heart of Victoria. Around the corner from the inner harbor and empress hotel, hop on hop off bus, restaurants and easy. Staff was responsive, comfy beds, enjoyed our suite. Only issue - sliding glass door to the small balcony was jammed. Maintenance came but I couldn’t open again ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is £180 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£180
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,302 reviews)
"Quick and easy check in with friendly front desk staff"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel Rialto
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
The price is £240 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£240
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,968 reviews)
"Extremely clean & safe property. Appreciated the VIP Expedia perk of complimentary parking for our entire stay. Thank you."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

Lower Johnson Street featuring building ruins

Harris Green

While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.

Harris Green
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North Park

While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.

North Park
Victoria Harbour which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Inner Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbour
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Fernwood

While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.

Fernwood
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Songhees

When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Songhees
Victoria featuring a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(28 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

James Bay

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