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.
Miniature World
Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.
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.
Bastion Square
Learn about the local history of Victoria when you take a trip to Bastion Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Victoria Whale and Wildlife Cruise
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Top hotels in Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
The hotel is absolutely amazing and the staff are the best of the best!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Everything was awesome.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Strathcona Hotel
Clean rooms. Great staff. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Amazing Staff
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Rialto
Staff was attentive, the downstairs bar had good food and ambience, the room was quaint, yet spacious, clean, mini-fridge, microwave and complimentary coffee were a nice addition. Loved the location and the fact that hotel was a boutique style. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
There was no free bteakfast at our hotel but the restaurant food was great. Frint desk people were courteous & helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria
Harris Green
While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.
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 Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, 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 Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal 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.
