Royal Bay
Victoria
Popular places to visit
Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.
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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
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.
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.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
Things to do
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Royal Bay
Fairmont Empress
great staff
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Pacific
Staff and the room We needed a handicap bathroom and even though I asked late for it they managed to work it out for us Great place and we will go back
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Clean room
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sandman Hotel Victoria
Clean room, good service
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Beautiful building, helpful staff, great suite with well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable bed and room.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Strathcona Hotel
The suite was clean. The ladies checking us in and out (Elvie) were great. Not interested in the bar. Parking was fine.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay
Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Sooke Salmon Charters and CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum while you're in town.
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.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Legislative Assembly of British Columbia while you're exploring the area.
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.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Chinatown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
