South Oak Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.

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.

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.

Fisherman's Wharf Park
Take a walk around the delightful gardens of this charming park and then explore a vibrant waterfront area of colorful houseboats, cafés and restaurants.
Activities

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Our pick of the best South Oak Bay Hotel Deals

Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Doesn’t get much better anywhere.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Yes, clean, efficient and courteous staff. Would stay there again. Well located for the downtown.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Fairmont Empress
Didnt have breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Outstanding staff at every level
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Oswego Hotel
Everything was great. Would be nice to have a bottle of water in the room and also instructions on how to use the coffee machine.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Oak Bay

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.

Fairfield
Unique features of Fairfield include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Cook Street Village or Abkhazi Garden while you're exploring the area.

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

Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, West Coast Trail and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

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