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
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Victoria Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure with Sightings Guarantee
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Top hotels in Downtown Victoria
Fairmont Empress
It was a wonderful experience Loved every bit of the stay The rooms were phenomenal
Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Did not have free breakfast and breakfast I paid for was good.
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
Strathcona Hotel
The staff were amazing. Very helpful and friendly. The room was very quiet,clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Nov, 2025
Hotel Rialto
The staff were incredibly courteous and accommodating. They allowed me to check in early, and even offered me a quiet and private place to eat my breakfast. After an unpleasant experience at another hotel, the Rialto was a most welcome change. Beautiful, clean, and spacious. I will stay there every ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
Always great!
Reviewed on 21 Nov, 2025
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 Bastion Square and Chinatown, 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.
