Oaklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Our pick of the best Oaklands Hotel Deals

Fairmont Empress
The hotel is absolutely amazing and the staff are the best of the best!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Great area, very friendly and accommodating staff.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Everything was awesome.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Nice hotel for the price. Clean. Could not get thermostat to work. Other businesses in the same complex made it feel unsafe. Parking could be challenging.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Staff was so friendly
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

The Oswego Hotel
As a group of 4 Adults, we stayed in a 2 bedroom suite on the fourth floor. The room was very comfortable, with two bathrooms, a nice walk out patio and full kitchen. The beds were comfortable, the room was nicely cleaned, and the staff were friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend this ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oaklands

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

Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.

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

Rockland
Rockland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Government House and Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while in the area.

Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Galloping Goose Trail while in the 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.

