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

Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)

Victoria Zodiac Whale Watching Adventure with Sightings Guarantee

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Songhees

Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2025

Fairmont Empress
The staff made the experience exceptional
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Good location
Reviewed on 18 Dec, 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Nice
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025

Sandman Hotel Victoria
Really enjoyed our time in the well laid out suite. Kitchen had everything we needed. Loved the cozy robes. Easy to walk to the gorge and the Galloping Goose trail to downtown.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025

Inn at Laurel Point
It was great. Clean as always.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Songhees

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.

Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

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.

Downtown Victoria
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Galloping Goose Trail while in the area.

North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.



