Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

Victoria

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

4/5(18 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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 featuring 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

5/5(1 review)

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(4 reviews)

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

Miniature World

Things to do

Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

From Vancouver: Seaplane flight to Victoria with Bus & Ferry Return

฿9,974
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Vancouver: Seaplane flight to Victoria with Bus & Ferry Return
A Taste of Victoria Food Tours

Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

฿2,435
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
Cowichan Valley Wine Tour

Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie

฿4,384
per adult
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

฿4,360
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

฿410
per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Shared Coach: Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - Downtown Victoria

Shared Coach: Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - Downtown Victoria

฿2,867
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shared Coach: Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - Downtown 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 ฿7,529 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
฿7,529
฿8,821 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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 rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,978 reviews)
"nice but shower was bit dirty"

Reviewed on 27 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 ฿6,024 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
฿6,024
฿7,058 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,115 reviews)
"greaat rooms"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is ฿4,814 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
฿4,814
฿5,640 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
"Close to the heart of tbe City."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Hotel Rialto
Bedford Regency Hotel
Bedford Regency Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1140 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿3,968 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿3,968
฿4,602 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,145 reviews)
"Great location. Room"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Bedford Regency Hotel
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 ฿4,195 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿4,195
฿4,964 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,091 reviews)
"Convenient location. Close to everything. Had an issue with our room being loud and they changed us to a better room."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
Strathcona Hotel
Strathcona Hotel
3 out of 5
919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿3,811 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿3,811
฿4,421 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,442 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Strathcona Hotel
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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.

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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 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

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

Downtown Victoria Travel Guide