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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
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.
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
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Victoria BC: 3 Hour Expedition Catamaran Whale Watching Tour
4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca
Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Top hotels in Royal Bay
Fairmont Empress
Bathroom needed a deep cleaning
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Hotel Grand Pacific
Lovely hotel on the inner harbor with excellent amenities, modern rooms and beautiful views.
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Convenience to walk around in the city
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Red Lion Inn and Suites
Good amenities
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
Strathcona Hotel
Really good service (thanks
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
Rooms were clean and with many amenities but are quite dated. Was unpleasantly surprised that I had to pay for parking at the hotel, $23.10 a day! That was a first for me. Good location within walking distance of many of the sites in Victoria.
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay
Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum and Sooke Salmon Charters 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.
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.
Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Bastion Square and Chinatown, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
