James Bay 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.
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.
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.
Fisherman's Wharf Park
Take a walk around the delightful gardens of this charming park and then explore a vibrant waterfront area of colorful houseboats, cafés and 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
Iconic & Obscure Victoria Walking Tour
Top hotels in James Bay
Hotel Grand Pacific
The Hotel Grand Pacific is amazing and we have always enjoyed our stays! Staff is lovely and Fathom Bar and Restaurant is definitely worth visiting! Delicious!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Beautiful hotel, amazing breakfast included, lovely staff, incredible location.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Inn at Laurel Point
We had a wonderful stay at Laurel Point Inn in Victoria. This beautiful boutique hotel has one of the most incredible locations in the Inner Harbour. We were lucky enough to receive a room upgrade and the panoramic views were absolutely stunning. From our room we could see across the harbour to Fisherman’s ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Oswego Hotel
Clean, friendly and well maintained. Staff is 10/10. Bed is super comfy and rooms huge with so much space. My favorite hotel in Victoria!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Embassy Inn
The hotel was under renovation so that meant a lot of dust and smell all around in the hotel. I was hoping the room would be dust or smell free, but that wasn't the case. Secondly, I was given a room which was quite small and the bed was not comfortable either. I usually stay in this hotel when i ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
Heritage building within walking distance of the Parliment buildings, harbour, and museum.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around James Bay
Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
