Victoria West Travel Guide

Victoria

Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour showing a bay or harbour and heritage architecture

Victoria Harbour

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

Victoria Harbour
Royal BC Museum which includes interior views

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.

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

Government Street

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

Government Street
Victoria Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a house and a coastal town

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.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
British Columbia Parliament Building which includes night scenes, an administrative building and heritage architecture

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.

British Columbia Parliament Building
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

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

fisherman's war Victoria BC paddle boarding water perspective

Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC

£38
per adult
Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

£146
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Red tulips at the garden in Vancouver

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

£148
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria BC

£103
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria BC
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

£27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Picture 1 for Activity Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

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

£93
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
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Top hotels in Victoria West

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses

3.5 out of 5
308 Catherine St, Victoria, BC
The price is £140 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£140
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
"This was such a a fun place to stay for a quick night in Victoria. We loved the history of the brewery and property. It was walkable to the downtown area without being right in the center of the noise. Though the guesthouse was thin walled the room had more amenities then most hotels and the room ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is £250 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£250
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (2,215 reviews)
"It was a good visit"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Fairmont Empress
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 £178 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
£178
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (2,277 reviews)
"great hotel, both restaurants had great food"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is £191 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£191
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,494 reviews)
"Check in was easy and everyone was accommodating!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
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 pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,356 reviews)
"The rooms were comfy, the internet was super fast, and everything was nice and clean. The staff were really helpful too."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Red Lion Inn and Suites
Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

2 out of 5
2401 Mt Newton Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC
The price is £114 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
£114
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Saanichton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,728 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Victoria West

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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 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
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Victoria
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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.

Burnside
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Gorge -Tillicum Area

While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.

Gorge -Tillicum Area
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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