Victoria West Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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
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
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 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

fisherman's war Victoria BC paddle boarding water perspective

Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC

AU$78
per adult
Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

AU$238
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
Red tulips at the garden in Vancouver

Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens

AU$338
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

AU$172
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$172
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
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
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Our pick of the best Victoria West Hotel Deals

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses
Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses
3.5 out of 5
308 Catherine St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$239 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
"We loved the food and beer at the restaurant. The room was quaint and quiet, we were very comfortable. There is a nice pathway to walk right along the water and downtown is really close. Would def recommend!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$382 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$382
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,940 reviews)
"From the moment you arrive the staff at the fairmont make you feel so welcome! The Gold Club service takes it to the next level. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 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 AU$300 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$300
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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! (2,114 reviews)
Get away
"Room was nice. Sofa bed was awful. The usb ports on the desk didn’t work."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific
4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$280 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$280
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,962 reviews)
"Beautiful, first class ☺️"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is AU$250 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,114 reviews)
"We had a very comfortable stay at Rialto and left with beautiful memories."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

Hotel Rialto
Red Lion Inn and Suites
Red Lion Inn and Suites
3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$168 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (3,279 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

Red Lion Inn and Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Victoria
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Burnside

Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Government Street while in the area.

Burnside
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Gorge -Tillicum Area

While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.

Gorge -Tillicum Area
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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