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.
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
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Iconic & Obscure Walking Tour in Victoria
Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
Great experience
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
It was great the room was very clean, the breakfast on the roof top was great!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Strathcona Hotel
Amazing place!
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Friendly staff, beautiful room with everything you need… truly feels like a home away from home. Cozy & beautiful… one of my favourite places to stay.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites
Spotless room. Only basic amenities. Very quiet. Great location.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
Love this hotel
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
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.
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 Market Square and Chinatown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like West Coast Trail and Lower Johnson Street.
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.
