Royal Bay 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.
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.
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.
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 Royal Bay
Fairmont Empress
Beautiful property with an excellent staff. The restaurants are good and the day is comfortable located right downtown in the heart of everything.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Haven’t had breakfast yet
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
Room was clean, quite comfortable. The pool and hot tub were both great! We also enjoyed breakfast at the hotel restaurant. We also enjoyed the hotel cat that hangs out in the lobby :)
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Staff and facilities were excellent and the room was a good size. The shower was a bit low (height) and water pressure was too high in the shower, no easy way to turn down. Not relaxing, more of an assault with water. Overall stay was good, just shower could be improved. Nobody needs 500L / min ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Basic room but good location
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Arbutus Inn
Very nice clean room and a good size. Not crazy about the location, but there is a Dennys close by.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay
Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Sooke Salmon Charters and CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum while you're in town.
Bear Mountain Resort
Though Bear Mountain Resort may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bear Mountain Golf Club and Goldstream Provincial Park.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
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
Victoria West is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Westside Village Shopping Centre and beach near Victoria West.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
