Royal Bay Travel Guide

Victoria

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Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

Victoria Harbour
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Victoria Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(32 reviews)

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.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
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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
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Royal BC Museum

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Royal BC Museum
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British Columbia Parliament Building

4/5(17 reviews)

Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.

British Columbia Parliament Building
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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

Things to do

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Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

£142
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

£58
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

£29
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
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One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

£106
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC
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COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix

£77
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix
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One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA

£98
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
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Top hotels in Royal Bay

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Red Lion Inn and Suites
3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
The price is £118 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£118
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,756 reviews)
Great stay
"Fantastic reception staff. Hotel and room bit older but very clean. Good location - easy to catch bus into downtown and to ferry. Easy walk to shopping centre which included a walmart. Pool area looked nice but too cold for us to use. Having kitchette was great - would have been nice to have a second ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is £300 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£300
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,341 reviews)
"The room was above average. We still had a good time. Right when we stepped out of the elevator to our floor level…the carpet was stained in couple of spots. For a luxury hotel, I just expect a little better presentation to continue from the grand lobby to the floor levels. The furniture were way ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific
4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £216 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£216
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,245 reviews)
"Fantastic fancy stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Hotel Grand Pacific
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 £214 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£214
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,701 reviews)
"Staff were great. Really enjoyed the lounge. Wish there was more time for a dip in the pool. Maybe next time!"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
330 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC
The price is £167 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£167
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,804 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is £203 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£203
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
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! (1,639 reviews)
"Good location. Good bed"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Hotel Rialto
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Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay

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Esquimalt

Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum and Esquimalt Gorge Park while you're in town.

Esquimalt
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Bear Mountain Resort

Though Bear Mountain Resort may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bear Mountain Golf Club and Goldstream Provincial Park.

Bear Mountain Resort
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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Victoria West

Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

Victoria West
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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Gorge -Tillicum Area

While Gorge -Tillicum Area isn't home to many top sights, Esquimalt Gorge Park and Uptown Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gorge -Tillicum Area

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