Downtown Victoria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Victoria
Popular places to visit
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
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.
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.
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.
Miniature World
Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.
Activities
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Victoria BC: 3 Hour Expedition Catamaran Whale Watching Tour
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown Victoria Hotel Deals
Fairmont Empress
Bathroom needed a deep cleaning
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Convenience to walk around in the city
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Strathcona Hotel
Staff were amazing
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Wonderful
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Rialto
Staff were nice and the room was nice
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
Excellent hotel. Great customer service, great room. Welcome & afternoon treats with tasty chocolate . I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria
Harris Green
While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
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.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Bastion Square and Chinatown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Legislative Assembly of British Columbia or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Victoria Travel Guide
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