Downtown Victoria

Victoria

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

Popular places to visit

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

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 showing a city, a house and street scenes

Chinatown

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

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

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 showing 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

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

Mammoth mural at the Royal BC Museum in Victoria

Royal BC Museum

€19
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Royal BC Museum
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

€178
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

€19
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver Small Group

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver

€164
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

€41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

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

€10
per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Victoria

Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is €327 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€327
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,212 reviews)
"A classic. The staff and service is also outstanding."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Fairmont Empress
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is €248 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
€248
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,267 reviews)
"Close to everything. Great staff. Clean."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
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 €217 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€217
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,192 reviews)
"Very good location, close to everywhere in downtown. Coffee machine in the lobby is very convenient and has good coffee. Elevator is very slow, though. The staff are very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

2 out of 5
791 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is €109 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€109
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (913 reviews)
"The staff were great and very helpful. The place had a nice vibe and overall very positive. It was a little more expensive than I would’ve expected for a hostile maybe that’s just Victoria"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,308 reviews)
"The room is clean, neat and big. The staff is kind and friendly. He introduced a lot of attractions and interesting places to us. We really appreciate all the kind service in the property."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

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Hotel Rialto
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

4 out of 5
777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
The price is €223 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€223
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Family Holiday
"Hotel is centrally located, close to the harbour, shops and restaurants. Starbucks, restaurant, Pub and lounge make the start and finish to your day complete. Breakfast was great, but often had more people than seats which lead to waiting or taking your breakfast back up to your room. (If the elevators ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

Lower Johnson Street showing 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 featuring a bay or harbour and heritage elements

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 showing a marina and a coastal town

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

Downtown Victoria

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