Saanich West Travel Guide
Victoria
Visit Saanich West
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.
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.
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.
Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
Catch an event at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre during your trip to Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
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.
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 Saanich West
Fairmont Empress
Always wonderful. Classic CP chateau hotel. Lovely!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
the rooms were very clean . the staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was fantastic . A large variety of food every morning included in your stay . Great location . Walking distance to great shopping , restaurants , parks, tours and more . would recommend this hotel for a great ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
we did not have a kitchen or a bar
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Staff were great, room was clean, great location. Overall awesome time
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Moce hotel in an excellent location for experiencing the city as a tourist
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Arbutus Inn
No kitchen in room. Parking was easy.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich West
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
Saanich Core
While Saanich Core isn't home to many top sights, Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Galloping Goose Trail and MayFair Shopping Centre while in the area.
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 Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
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.
Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Sooke Salmon Charters and CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum while you're in town.
