Downtown Victoria
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.
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.
Miniature World
Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.
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
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane flight with Bus and Ferry Return
Victoria Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure with Sightings Guarantee
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria BC & Seattle WA
Top hotels in Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
Excellent experience with a Fairmont Club room - spotless, comfortable, extremely friendly and helpful staff, good food
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
I love this hotel. Great location, excellent staff, food in both restaurants was delicious, maintenance staff were very helpful when needed.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
just great, perfect location
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Fully equipped kitchen, friendly staff and excellent location.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Rialto
Staff very helpful, room clean and fresh, location great and central.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Strathcona Hotel
Room was clean and updated. Bed not so comfy though.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria
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.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Chinatown and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Legislative Assembly of British Columbia or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.
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.
Downtown Victoria
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