Royal Bay
Victoria
Popular places to visit
Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.
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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
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.
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.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
Things to do
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria BC
Top hotels in Royal Bay
Fairmont Empress
Absolutely! My wife and I will be back!
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
We did not have breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Overall very good location and good hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Sandman Hotel Victoria
Cleanest, thanks
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Everything was amazing. Listing understates the level of details included
Reviewed on 25 Dec, 2025
Strathcona Hotel
it was in the perfect location and the party at the sticky wicket was a great New Year’s
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay
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.
Bear Mountain Resort
Though Bear Mountain Resort may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bear Mountain Golf Club and Goldstream Provincial Park.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Legislative Assembly of British Columbia 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.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Harbour and Chinatown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
