Saanich Core Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit Saanich Core
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 Clipper Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Royal Jubilee Hospital
If Royal Jubilee Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Victoria.
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.
Things to do
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC
4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca
Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)
Top hotels in Saanich Core
Red Lion Inn and Suites
The room was clean and quiet. I got good sleep. The front desk was helpful. They gave me good advise for grocery shopping and were courteous throughout the stay.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Accent Inns Victoria
Fitness room doesn’t open until 7 am which is too late for those staying there for business.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Fairmont Empress
Staff , clean room and amenities
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
rooftop restaurant, great bar on the ground floor, proper depth of pool
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Great place to stay and location close to everything
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Exceptional staff , great breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich Core
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.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Harbour and MayFair Shopping Centre.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
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.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Bastion Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
