Saanich West Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit Saanich 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.

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

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.

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.

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

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Victoria Whale and Wildlife Cruise

Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel
Top hotels in Saanich West

Hotel Grand Pacific
Great location, charm and view. Staff was great, view was excellent and the in/out parking is easy and very convenient. Breakfast food was underwhelming
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025



