Royal Bay
Victoria
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.
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.
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.
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
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca
From Victoria: Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac Boat
Top hotels in Royal Bay
Fairmont Empress
"Definitely try the elements body treatment at the spa. worth it along with saving time for their mineral pool and eucalyptus steam room. location itself is perfect, close to everything , walking or driving , and staff are great."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Exceptionally comfortable mattress, very clean, spacious, quiet and excellent location. Suggestions are a full-length mirror on the loft floor, drawers for clothes, couple more outlets, larger water glasses, scented soap and shampoo that suds and a bathtub plug that fits. We enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Le logement est propre."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"It was a great place to stay as it was very central! We could walk everywhere!"
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Arbutus Inn
"It was very suitable and pleasnt for our needs."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"We love the pool and the dining. Both are excellent."
Reviewed on 21 May, 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 Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal 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 Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
