Victoria West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Victoria West
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 Victoria West Hotel Deals
Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses
Everything was great. Restaurant, food, and view.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Fairmont Empress
Didnt have breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Yes
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
Sandman Hotel Victoria
The room was good and the bed was like sleeping on a cloud.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Outstanding staff at every level
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Victoria West
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Chinatown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby 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.
Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Legislative Assembly of British Columbia while you're exploring 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.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
