Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

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

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
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

3.5/5(11 reviews)

Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.

Chinatown
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 which includes 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
Miniature World

Miniature World

5/5(1 review)

Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.

Miniature World

Activities

Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

AU$236
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

AU$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return

AU$461
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
Hear stories about the oldest Chinatown in Canada

Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

AU$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

AU$213
per adult
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

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

AU$19
per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Victoria Hotel Deals

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$392 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$392
13 July - 14 July
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! (2,206 reviews)
"Close to everything. Check in was easy. The room was clean. Even the pool. Will definitely come back again!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$606 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$606
27 July - 28 July
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! (2,116 reviews)
"Lovely property, great location and very friendly and accommodating staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Fairmont Empress
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 AU$347 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$347
6 July - 7 July
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! (1,144 reviews)
"Good location, easy to get around by walking. Clean, spacious room. Super friendly and accommodating staff too! It was nice that they utilized texting to see how our check in was/if we needed anything. Very easy to communicate! I would definitely recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
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! (2,217 reviews)
"as advertised- would stay again"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 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
The price is AU$563 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$563
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,936 reviews)
"Kind staff, nice pool, clean room, pretty lobby"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
1234 Wharf St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$426 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$426
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,059 reviews)
"Great hotel right on the water downtown Victoria. The room was amazing - the hotel upgraded us to an amazing harbour-view room which was more of a suite which spacious, very clean, very comfy, with great views. Staff were friendly and efficient, and let us leave the car in the lot for a few hours ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

Lower Johnson Street featuring 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

3/5(1 area review)

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 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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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 featuring a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

4.5/5(24 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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