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
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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

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

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

€107
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return

€257
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
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
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
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

€125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
Hear stories about the oldest Chinatown in Canada

Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

€75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
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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 €289 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€289
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (2,232 reviews)
"Best hotel ever."

Reviewed on 22 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 €245 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
€245
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! (2,277 reviews)
"Rooms great. AC very loud. Stand alone unit. Gym is tiny. Pool is nice. Room was really clean. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
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! (2,324 reviews)
"First, when I was checking in, they upgraded me to a better room- what a lovely surprise! The room was very nice, and the view was nice too. They made sure we understood how to access the parking area, and showed us some areas in Victoria that I was interested in on the map. If I had one small issue, ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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Hotel Rialto
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,001 reviews)
"Our room was a suite (with balcony), and it was the nicest suite I have ever stayed at besides Toledo (Spain) and the most prestigious hotel suite in San Francisco, CA. It was 2.5 blocks easy walk to the Harbor and the Empress where we had high tea reservations. The staff (immigrants from Philippines ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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The Parkside Hotel & Spa
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 €164 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
€164
2 Sept - 3 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! (1,199 reviews)
"Very welcoming staff. Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds, couch.. Bathroom a little tight. Had to shimmy around toilet to close door. Bathtub/shower nice size. I’m handicapped and welcomed large handrail in tub. On way in- one of the staff (seeing my walker) even asked if I wanted a shower chair? ..."

Reviewed on 22 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 €97 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€97
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! (930 reviews)
"My stay at the hostel was great! Everything is well thought out and all of the basic nessecities are taken care of (or available for a very reasonable deposit or fee). I would definitely stay there again. Whoever left the tip about asking for earplugs at the front desk, thank you!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

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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
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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

Downtown Victoria

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