Victoria West Travel Guide

Victoria

Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour showing a bay or harbour and heritage architecture

Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(33 reviews)

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

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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

4/5(32 reviews)

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

4/5(17 reviews)

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

4/5(18 reviews)

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

Mammoth mural at the Royal BC Museum in Victoria

Royal BC Museum

฿692
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Royal BC Museum
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

฿692
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Bright orange, black and white Butterfly at the Victoria Butterfly Gardens on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.

Victoria Butterfly Gardens

฿485
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
Open and semi-covered whale watching vessels are available

Victoria Whale and Wildlife Cruise

฿4,490
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Whale and Wildlife Cruise
Covered Vessel with orcas

Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel

฿4,199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel
SpringTide Zodiac

Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac

฿4,369
per adult
Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac
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Top hotels in Victoria West

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses

3.5 out of 5
308 Catherine St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿3,783 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿3,783
per night
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (374 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment. Excellent dining. Lovely walks."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Spinnakers Brewpub & Guesthouses
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿5,096 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿5,096
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (2,365 reviews)
"Very good staff and help with the shuttle to get around, good restaurants. Thanks. Tourist from Vancouver BC"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿6,683 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿6,683
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,344 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Victoria"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿4,331 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,331
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (2,735 reviews)
"Very nice, clean hotel in a very central location"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 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! (3,501 reviews)
"Room's okay, but parking is uncomfortable when we were there lately."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Red Lion Inn and Suites
Robin Hood Inn & Suites

Robin Hood Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
136 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC
The price is ฿2,345 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,345
per night
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,598 reviews)
"Pet friendly very well updated with a unique bathroom update. Spotlessly clean. Comfortable bed and cozy duvet. Located in a quiet walkable residential neighbourhood. Couldn't have asked for more in a lower priced accommodation."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Robin Hood Inn & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Victoria West

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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 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
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Victoria
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Burnside

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

Burnside
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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
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 West Travel Guide