Royal Bay Travel 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.
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.
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.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
Activities
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Royal Bay Hotel Deals
![Red Lion Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921100/921052/34e82440_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2024
![Fairmont Empress](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8500/8478/04361c91_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024
![Hotel Grand Pacific](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/788700/788618/095f9b84_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024
![Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7677/5edf86b6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024
![Hotel Rialto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007400/3007314/d92a98ab_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024
![Huntingdon Hotel and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4500/4424/ff540cac_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay
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Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum and Esquimalt Gorge Park while you're in town.
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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.
![Victoria featuring a coastal town and a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40443-Victoria-Fishermans-Wharf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
![Victoria Harbour which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/216000/216968-Victoria-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Gorge -Tillicum Area
While Gorge -Tillicum Area isn't home to many top sights, Esquimalt Gorge Park and Uptown Center are some notable places to visit nearby.