Saanich East Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit Saanich East
Popular places to visit
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.
Mount Douglas Park
Mount Douglas Park is just one of the places to see in Victoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the picturesque gardens and waterfront in the area.
Uplands Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Oak Bay at Uplands Golf Club. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Cedar Hill Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Victoria at Cedar Hill Golf Course. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Lochside Regional Trail
Explore the great outdoors at Lochside Regional Trail, a lovely green space in Victoria. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Lambrick Park
Lambrick Park is just one of the places to see in Victoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Things to do
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC
Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Saanich East
Fairmont Empress
Room 540 had overpowering chlorine smell. Marcus? manager on duty feb 20 & 21 (knew and put us in it any). We booked a city view room. No view! Just hotel air conditioning units and other rooms. Asked if there was any other room with a city view. was moved by manager to room 540. If we had stayed ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Great welcoming folks Right from the start Michael and Nesa(not sure if I recall the spelling correct) And another Michael we're all happy and friendly. Room was great in a 1 bedroom with additional queen in living area. Comfy beds,nice big tv, very clean. I took a star off for 2 reasons. Coffee ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Terrible check in room was not available. Reception staff poor communication and attitude to customer service. Delay in family celebrations as we could not get into the room to change. This hotel has always been our go to for a Victoria stay, not anymore.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Very comfortable bed, loved the loft. Breakfast was fantastic. Only thing to be wary of is hotel. Com said it was a harbor view and we looked at another building with no water view. The manager said hotel. Com shouldn't have said it had a water view as they cannot guarantee it. They didn't
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
Super clean, amazing staff. Room was so comfortable and had sweet amenities like a Nespresso maker and Dyson hair dryer. The hotel lent us e-bikes to be able to cruise around Victoria. The hotels location was idea- walkable to all major amenities. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Inn at Laurel Point
The view was nice
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich East
Gordon Head
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gordon Head and surrounding area, you can visit Victoria Harbour and Uptown Center.
Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, West Coast Trail and Royal Athletic Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
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.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
