Downtown Victoria Travel Guide
Victoria
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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.
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.
Market Square
During your visit to Victoria, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Market Square. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Victoria BC: 3 Hour Expedition Catamaran Whale Watching Tour
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
Victoria Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure with Sightings Guarantee
Top hotels in Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
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Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
The hotel staff went above and beyond to make the stay pleasant. We were also impressed with hotel bellboy service who built Lego copy of the hotel in his free time. Amenities were clean and cozy. My room was on the 12th floor with the breathtaking view of the sunrise every morning.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
everything was perfect
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hotel Rialto
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. The room was also very cozy. Can't wait to come back!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Strathcona Hotel
Staff were excellent. Friendly and highly capable. Room is great and location wonderful for access to all that downtown has on offer.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
I never stayed here before but it is amazing! So clean, starbucks in the lobby. Valet parking, and they are wonderful. The room was so clean, spacious and what a view of the harbour from the 14th floor. The staff is so wonderful and courteous, fast and friendly. Best hotel ive stayed in in a ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria
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 Chinatown and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf, 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.
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.
