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

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

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
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
Miniature World

Miniature World

5/5(1 review)

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

Miniature World
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

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
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

NZ$254
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Victoria: Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks, and Ferry

Victoria Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks and Ferry

NZ$99
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$499
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

NZ$230
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
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Our pick of the best Downtown Victoria Hotel Deals

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 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$451
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (2,254 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is NZ$704 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$704
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (2,185 reviews)
"Dream come true! Five stars? This place deserves six! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Empress
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 NZ$361 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$361
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,179 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

4 out of 5
777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
The price is NZ$469 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$469
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"X"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,286 reviews)
Great Hotel with excellent staff
"This hotel is great, they provided an early check-in when the room was available and were extremely accommodating. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. I would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Rialto
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
The price is NZ$668 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$668
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,961 reviews)
"Our suite was perfect with two teens - everyone had their own bed and space. The balcony view was the beautiful park, perfect to enjoy a morning coffee or a late afternoon rest. The staff were all attentive and helpful."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
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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 Belfry Theatre.

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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