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

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

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

Chinatown
Miniature World

Miniature World

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

Miniature World
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

Activities

Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Picture 1 for Activity Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

NZ$208
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
Victoria: Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks, and Ferry

Victoria Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks and Ferry

NZ$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks and Ferry
Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return

NZ$497
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
GT Shared Coach: Downtown Victoria - Downtown Vancouver

Shared Coach: Downtown Victoria - Downtown Vancouver

NZ$127
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Shared Coach: Downtown Victoria - Downtown Vancouver
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver Small Group

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver

NZ$317
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver
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Our pick of the best Downtown Victoria Hotel Deals

Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is NZ$572 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$572
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (2,213 reviews)
"We had such a great time staying here. The hotel’s exterior is obviously breathtaking and they spare no expense for the flowers and beauty as you walk up. The lobby is equally breathtaking. We stayed in 2 different rooms by choice in different sections. The history of this hotel is described on the ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 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 NZ$451 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$451
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (2,277 reviews)
"great hotel, both restaurants had great food"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
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! (2,990 reviews)
"Beautiful koi ponds Suite was quiet, well equipped with a comfy bed and wonderful bath tub Easy walk to great restaurants and waterfront activities Would stay there again😎"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
642 Johnson St, Victoria, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$358 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$358
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (1,190 reviews)
"Clean and very nice staff. Great location"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
Bedford Regency Hotel

Bedford Regency Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1140 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is NZ$330 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$330
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,303 reviews)
"The beds were comfortable… the toilet sea not so much. A decent safe environment for for the price bracket."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Bedford Regency Hotel
Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel

2 out of 5
791 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is NZ$202 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$202
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (924 reviews)
"This is the first hostel I have stayed in Canada. I can say it is equal to hostel visits around the world. :)"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Ocean Island Inn Backpackers Suites - Hostel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

Lower Johnson Street featuring a ruin

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 showing 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 showing a marina and a coastal town

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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