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
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
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

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
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

£112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
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
Hear stories about the oldest Chinatown in Canada

Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

£65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

£102
per adult
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £181 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£181
31 Jul - 1 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! (2,205 reviews)
"Close to everything. Check in was easy. The room was clean. Even the pool. Will definitely come back again!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is £289 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£289
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (2,114 reviews)
"Fantastic"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 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 £163 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£163
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,146 reviews)
"Good location, easy to get around by walking. Clean, spacious room. Super friendly and accommodating staff too! It was nice that they utilized texting to see how our check in was/if we needed anything. Very easy to communicate! I would definitely recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is £192 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
£192
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (2,225 reviews)
"The rooms are quite quiet considering the downtown location. Staff are courteous. Parking is over a block and is not as convenient as having parking on site."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hotel Rialto
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
The price is £269 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£269
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (2,928 reviews)
"The staff was excellent, the amenities were great.close walk to downtown Victoria ,would recommend this place."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
1234 Wharf St, Victoria, BC
The price is £207 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£207
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,062 reviews)
"Would stay again"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
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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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