Royal Bay Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

Victoria Harbour
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Victoria Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(23 reviews)

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.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
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Government Street

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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

Government Street
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Royal BC Museum

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Royal BC Museum
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British Columbia Parliament Building

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.

British Columbia Parliament Building
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Chinatown

3.5/5(11 reviews)

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

Chinatown

Activities

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Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

AU$272
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
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Victoria Guided Food and History Tour

AU$112
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
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One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC

AU$203
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC
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One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA

AU$187
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
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Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal

AU$218
Per adult
Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal
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Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

AU$18
Per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Royal Bay Hotel Deals

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Red Lion Inn and Suites
3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$227 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$227
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,791 reviews)
"Hotel is located outside of downtown but within a easy 10-15 minute drive/bus ride. On a main road so lots of transit options to get downtown. Walls are a bit thin so might be an issue with light sleepers. Close to Mayfair mall. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2024

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$580 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$580
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,358 reviews)
"We were assigned room 108. While it was spacious, clean, new looking, it had a VERY SMALL bathroom, a bathtub that was difficult to get into because it had a glass door that was not secured, and VERY NOISY especially at night (both outside and inside). There were loud cars, sirens, and people who ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific
4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$386 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
AU$386
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,278 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel with wonderful location"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024

Hotel Grand Pacific
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$424 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$424
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (1,736 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto
3.5 out of 5
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC
The price is AU$403 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$403
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (1,653 reviews)
"Parking at the hotel was limited and was full at the time I arrived. I had to park on the street. Fortunately I arrived late Saturday night and street parking was free and available on Sunday."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024

Hotel Rialto
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
3 out of 5
330 Quebec Street, Victoria, BC
The price is AU$371 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$371
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,834 reviews)
"Room is clean and spacious, love the loft bed and the kitchen at area. Great continental breakfast with all the fixings. Would go back in the future and recommend a great location central to everything."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
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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.

Esquimalt
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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.

Bear Mountain Resort
Victoria featuring a coastal town and a marina

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
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Victoria West

4/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

Victoria West
Victoria Harbour which includes 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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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.

Gorge -Tillicum Area

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