Esquimalt Travel Guide

Victoria

Esquimalt
Esquimalt

Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour showing a bay or harbour and heritage architecture

Victoria Harbour

Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

Victoria Harbour
Royal BC Museum which includes interior views

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.

Royal BC Museum
Government Street featuring street scenes, a small town or village and a house

Government Street

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

Government Street
Victoria Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a house and a coastal town

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.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
British Columbia Parliament Building which includes night scenes, an administrative building and heritage architecture

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.

British Columbia Parliament Building
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

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

Chinatown

Things to do

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

฿6,719
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Red tulips at the garden in Vancouver

Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens

฿6,465
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Vancouver to Victoria & Admission to Butchart Gardens
Picture 1 for Activity Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

฿4,055
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria BC

One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria BC

฿4,980
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria BC
Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle

฿1,185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle
Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver

Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver

฿5,775
per adult
Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver
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Top hotels in Esquimalt

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿8,258 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿8,258
฿9,675 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,267 reviews)
"Elevators were often busy. That was our only negative. The location to the waterfront was only a short walk away. We had a one-bedroom suite and it was very comfortable and spacious."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿10,582 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿10,582
฿12,398 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,198 reviews)
"We loved our stay so much we became award memebers"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿7,422 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿7,422
฿8,695 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,427 reviews)
"It was ok. Wasn’t wowed. Thought I would be for that price"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,365 reviews)
"Parking was limited near the hotel, and we had to park in a back lot affiliated with the hotel. Luckily, there was good lighting there, but a much longer walk to our vehicle."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Red Lion Inn and Suites
Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

2 out of 5
2401 Mt Newton Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC
The price is ฿4,664 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,664
฿5,270 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Saanichton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,663 reviews)
"This was a clean, comfortable, affordable and well managed motel with a restaurant next door and convenient access to the airport."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour

3 out of 5
427 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿8,187 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿8,187
฿9,592 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,280 reviews)
"The property was centeally located with good view of inner harbour. All the staff was very helpful and pleasant to deal with. Property slightly dated but clean, no complaints."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
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Other neighbourhoods around Esquimalt

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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.

Victoria West
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Gorge -Tillicum Area

While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.

Gorge -Tillicum Area
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Songhees

When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Songhees
Victoria featuring a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(28 area reviews)

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.

James Bay
Victoria Harbour which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

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.

Inner Harbour
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Burnside

Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Government Street while in the area.

Burnside

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