Downtown Victoria Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit Downtown Victoria
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.
Victoria Conference Centre
After visiting Victoria Conference Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
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.
Victoria Bug Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Victoria Bug Zoo during your trip to Victoria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Iconic & Obscure Walking Tour in Victoria
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC
Top hotels in Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
Great location, great service.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
No ocean, king size bed, shops everywhere
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
Super Clean and tidy! The best ever!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
Yes thanks you guys for a nice stay at the hotel. Everything promised was delivered. This is a great location if you want to visit the James Bay area of Victoria. Super close to ferry , Harbour air , water taxi etc etc. whale watching. Its about $70 taxi ride from the main airport. All very nice ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
The Parkside was perfect for our family trip. Location was great for walking around the city. We loved the pool and the koi fish in the lobby!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Strathcona Hotel
Our stay was amazing, staff was kind and friendly, rooms were clean and large. We forgot toothpaste and they provided it for free! We will be back and this will be the only place we stay when in Victoria
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
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.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Bastion Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Legislative Assembly of British Columbia 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.
