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.
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.
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.
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
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 South Oak Bay Hotel Deals
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"We enjoyed our stay! Everything exceeded our expectations. We loved the oceanfront pool. Rooms were very clean and nice. Sauna with oceanview window was amazing!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Fairmont Empress
"Always a delight!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"The staff was very friendly. They stood our bags until the room was ready. The location is excellent very close to the ferry. There was a lot of construction going on at the ferry terminal which we were aware of. The room was clean and well appointed with kitchen accessories for cooking we're staying ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Great place…"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"Clives was such a great place for a drink and food! Location was fantastic."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Arbutus Inn
"Honestly, you can’t really call this a hotel - it’s more of a motel. For the price they charge, you could get a much nicer and more comfortable place to stay in Vancouver instead. The rooms are very outdated, and the cleanliness could definitely have been better. Even basic things you would expect ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 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 Ross Bay Cemetery 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.
Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and West Coast Trail 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.
