Burnside Travel Guide
Victoria
Popular places to visit
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.
British Columbia Parliament Building
Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.
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
Arbutus Inn
"Our room did not have a kitchen. It had a microwave & fridge."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Robin Hood Inn & Suites
"Great room for the night and took advantage of the free bikes for a few hours. Break was good and good coffee too."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sandman Hotel Victoria
"Font staff was exceptional in their conduct, help and friendliness. The hotel was super quiet - even with a couple of youth groups in attendance, and it’s convenient to have a Denny’s right off the lobby. Our car was secure in the underground gated garage."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Vic, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Good location"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Zed Victoria
"We always like a stay at Hotel Zed. Pool and slide is fun. Convenient location."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown
"Stay was great and the restaurant for breakfast was great as well. Just confused about the housekeeping situation. We did not request any for the length of our stay as instructed by the front desk person. Then the day before we checked out our room was cleaned. Not a big deal, just confusing."
Reviewed on 14 May 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.
