Royal Bay Travel Guide

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Victoria Harbour featuring heritage architecture and a bay or harbour

Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(33 reviews)

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

Victoria Harbour
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
Royal BC Museum featuring interior views

Royal BC Museum

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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
British Columbia Parliament Building showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and night scenes

British Columbia Parliament Building

4.5/5(21 reviews)

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 Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a house and a coastal town

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(23 reviews)

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
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

Activities

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

AU$261
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

AU$202
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC
Victoria to Seattle High Speed Passenger Ferry

One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA

AU$202
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
Victoria Bites & Sights

Victoria Bites & Sights

AU$87
per adult
Victoria Bites & Sights
A Taste of Victoria Food Tours

Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

AU$111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
Hear stories about the oldest Chinatown in Canada

Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

AU$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
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Our pick of the best Royal Bay Hotel Deals

Brand New Seaside Home in Royal Bay
Brand New Seaside Home in Royal Bay
Colwood
Stay at this vacation home in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Great property with good location
"My parents and their friends really enjoyed their two nights’ stay in the past weekend. They said the house is clean, spacious, and pretty. It has everything they needed and more. They also liked that it was so close to many sightseeing locations. They had a great union and asked me to pass on their ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

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Brand New Seaside Home in Royal Bay
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$246 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$246
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,983 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel room was spacious and clean. I will be back again."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$319 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$319
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (1,816 reviews)
"Need smart tvs in rooms"

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific
4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$252 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$252
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,814 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
270 Government Street, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$138 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,493 reviews)
"It is an older property but nicely renovated, clean and comfortable. The restaurant and pub were excellent- good food and drink. Began to understand a lot of regulars go there and support it. Very nice and quiet atmosphere."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
Red Lion Inn and Suites
Red Lion Inn and Suites
3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$139 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,205 reviews)
"Beautiful clean updated suite. We were upgraded for free."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Red Lion Inn and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay

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Esquimalt

Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Esquimalt Gorge Park and Saxe Point Park while you're in town.

Esquimalt
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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.

Bear Mountain Resort
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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Victoria West

4/5(1 area review)

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
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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

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