Downtown Victoria Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit Downtown Victoria
Popular places to visit
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
Victoria Conference Centre
After visiting Victoria Conference Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Bay Centre
During your visit to Victoria, you can do some window-shopping at Bay Centre. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Lower Johnson Street
Shop at independent boutique stores, enjoy free live music and dance performances and see historical buildings at this popular downtown Victoria street.
Bastion Square
Learn about the local history of Victoria when you take a trip to Bastion Square. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
I had an amazing stay at the Fairmont Empress. The hotel is beautiful, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the service was excellent throughout. The location is perfect, right in the heart of Victoria and close to everything. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
The rooms I had at the Chateau Victoria were exceptionally clean and the public areas around the building were well taken care of. I also enjoyed several meals in the dining room on the 18th overlooking the city. Not only eas the birw
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Strathcona Hotel
Hotel was super dirty bathroom ceiling fan was super dusty This hotel is cheap and there’s a reason it’s cheap super dirty.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
Loved our stay. We also had a balcony mate who layed eggs in there.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Rialto
It wasn’t the cleanliest hotel and for me this is a must. The price for one night was ridiculous, especially given the shape of it. 0/10 recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria
Harris Green
While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
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.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
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.
