South Oak Bay Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit South Oak Bay
Popular places to visit
Oak Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Oak Bay with a trip to Oak Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Fisherman's Wharf Marina
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in South Oak Bay
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"First class experience from front desk helpfulness, delightful dining, beautiful view of the waterfront from our room. We will return!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Fairmont Empress
"Beautiful location"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
"The service was amazing👏"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"I liked the location VERY much. But it was also the location that disappointed me due to the construction that was happening facing my room’s patio. I hope to be back some day in the future especially when the construction is over!!!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
"Clean and modern room. Nice view of the water. Comfortable bed!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Embassy Inn
"Nice staff, clean properly with central location but the sheets may need a little more TLC. You can walk everywhere. Parking lot has only one side covered with camera monitoring and I think they need to cover the whole lot. The breakfast was decent enough. I like it."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in South Oak Bay
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.
Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour 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 Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Saanich East
If you're spending some time in Saanich East, Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Gorge Vale Golf Course and Sooke Salmon Charters while you're in town.
