South Oak Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Oak Bay
Popular places to visit
Oak Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Oak Bay with a trip to Oak Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.
Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
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.
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.
Activities
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC
Heritage Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria
Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer
Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer
Our pick of the best South Oak Bay Hotel Deals
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Clean room, amazing view. Great food at the restaurants! Amazing staff. Was over all an amazing stay. My wife enjoyed the spa, and we definitely took advantage of the heated mineral pool and hot tubs! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Fairmont Empress
Check in staff were great. Room was lovely
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Very nice Hotel. Clean rooms. Pleasant staff. Great location
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Great room, lovely view from the restaurant and the staff were all genuinely friendly and helpful. Location was perfect.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Inn at Laurel Point
Yes, room was clean, staff attentive, we enjoyed a great stay
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Strathcona Hotel
Staff were very friendly and accommodating! Always enjoy my stay here.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Oak Bay
Rockland
Rockland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Government House and Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while in the area.
Fairfield
Unique features of Fairfield include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Cook Street Village or Abkhazi Garden while you're exploring the area.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like West Coast Trail and Lower Johnson Street.
Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, West Coast Trail and Royal Athletic Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
