Royal Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Our pick of the best Royal Bay Hotel Deals
Fairmont Empress
"The carpets seemed to need to be deep cleaned or replaced. Other than that, no other complaint."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"The bed wasn't made after the 1st day"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
"It's walking distance to everything. The staff are great and the rooms are clean. That pretty much covers it. No A/C if you're there in the summer."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"We were upgraded to a one bedroom suite which was very well appointed. Nespresso coffee machine, condiments provided. Kitchen had dishes, utensils, kettle, fridge. Bed was super comfortable, very important to my back problems. We didn’t eat in the restaurant or attend the bar but they looked very ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Arbutus Inn
"Excellent location, friendly staff"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Royal Scot Hotel & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Enjoyable stay in convenient location."
Reviewed on 31 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
Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
