Saanich Core Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Saanich Core
Popular places to visit
University of Victoria
Explore the campus of University of Victoria during your visit to Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Fisherman's Wharf Marina
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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Royal BC Museum
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.
British Columbia Parliament Building
Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.
Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
Catch an event at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre during your trip to Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Activities
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Heritage Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC
Our pick of the best Saanich Core Hotel Deals
Red Lion Inn and Suites
I would like to have known that the elevator was out of order so I could have gotten another room with no stairs or change hotels with no charge as my mom has an extremely hard time with stairs. The sink didnt have a tea towel, the pool was very cold not heated as usual, the kitchen cabinet was in ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Accent Inns Victoria
Staff was excellent and room was clean, spacious & comfortable.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Fairmont Empress
The hotel was great
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Breakfast was fresh,plentiful and on time. Staff amazing and the calming music in the background was soothing.. Rooms were clean,content with our stay.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
Room was clean, quite comfortable. The pool and hot tub were both great! We also enjoyed breakfast at the hotel restaurant. We also enjoyed the hotel cat that hangs out in the lobby :)
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
What a great place to stay in Victoria, all the staff are amazing just so friendly and helpful. Jaz from house keeping was just someone who was so nice and kind to me and my wife. This hotel was incredibly clean from top to bottom. The restaurant and bar have a great view and again friendly and helpful. ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich Core
Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Galloping Goose Trail and MayFair Shopping Centre while in the area.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
Victoria West
Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
