Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city
Victoria showing street scenes, a small town or village and signage
Lower Johnson Street featuring a ruin
Victoria showing street scenes and heritage architecture
Victoria featuring a city, street scenes and a house

Popular places to visit

Government Street featuring street scenes, a small town or village and a house

Government Street

This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.

Government Street
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.

Chinatown
Miniature World

Miniature World

Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.

Miniature World
Bay Centre

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.

Bay Centre
Victoria which includes heritage architecture

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.

Lower Johnson Street
Bastion Square

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.

Bastion Square

Activities

Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

AU$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria by Seaplane & Ferry

Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return

AU$458
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
Picture 3 for Activity Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour

Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour

AU$8
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

AU$18
per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat

AU$211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
Hear stories about the oldest Chinatown in Canada

Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
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Our pick of the best Downtown Victoria Hotel Deals

Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$587 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$587
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,206 reviews)
"Beautiful, historic hotel. Grounds were amazing"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Empress
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$405 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$405
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,252 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Convenient to many sites."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
642 Johnson St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$389 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$389
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,181 reviews)
"Nice personal working there, I just wish they will provide water bottle for drinking, I stayed one week"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel
The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,968 reviews)
"Extremely clean & safe property. Appreciated the VIP Expedia perk of complimentary parking for our entire stay. Thank you."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

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The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto

3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is AU$565 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$565
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,282 reviews)
"I love that this hotel was near government street and walking distance to a lot of things including the harbour, downtown with rich history, cafes, bookstores and so much more. The room was amazing and the staff were friendly. I was quite surprised it’s considered a 3 star hotel because where I come ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hotel Rialto
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

4 out of 5
777 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$412 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$412
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff comfy bed and Starbucks in the morning lobby. So close and walkable in Victoria’s downtown core !"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria

Lower Johnson Street featuring a ruin

Harris Green

While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.

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North Park

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.

North Park
Victoria Harbour showing heritage elements and a bay or harbour

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.

Inner Harbour
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Fernwood

While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.

Fernwood
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Songhees

When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Songhees
Victoria showing a marina and a coastal town

James Bay

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

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.

James Bay

Downtown Victoria Travel Guide

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