Burnside Travel Guide
Victoria
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
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.
Things to do
Victoria Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour
Top hotels in Burnside
Sandman Hotel Victoria
Staff were very friendly. Room was quite dark. One small garbage can for the entire suite. Good location and lots of parking.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Arbutus Inn
Friendly front desk, very clean, newly renovated room. Self parking, close to downtown Victoria.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Robin Hood Inn & Suites
Pleasantly surprised with quality and cleanliness of room based on exterior appearance but as we were told buildings are over 50 years old. Breakfast was good and staff member was helpful. Only issue was even with heat off, room was extremely warm and the bedside a/c was too noisy to run all ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Zed Victoria
This was the first proper vacation my little family had ever taken. We lacked for nothing. The staff were very friendly and attentive. While there was no in-house breakfast (my fault for reading the listing info incorrectly) the hotel restaurant was absolutely delicious. The hotel pool was lovely, ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown
Spacious room, nice pool and sauna.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Vic, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Rooms are well kept a little squishy but have a good vibe to them, have seen the pool but it isn’t opened until May 1st.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Burnside
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.
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.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Saanich Core
While Saanich Core isn't home to many top sights, Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
Downtown Victoria
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.
