Oaklands Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Oaklands
Fairmont Empress
Beautiful property with an excellent staff. The restaurants are good and the day is comfortable located right downtown in the heart of everything.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Haven’t had breakfast yet
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
Room was clean, quite comfortable. The pool and hot tub were both great! We also enjoyed breakfast at the hotel restaurant. We also enjoyed the hotel cat that hangs out in the lobby :)
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Staff and facilities were excellent and the room was a good size. The shower was a bit low (height) and water pressure was too high in the shower, no easy way to turn down. Not relaxing, more of an assault with water. Overall stay was good, just shower could be improved. Nobody needs 500L / min ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
It didn’t had the necessary stuff that was needed.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Arbutus Inn
Very nice clean room and a good size. Not crazy about the location, but there is a Dennys close by.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oaklands
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
Rockland
Rockland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Government House and Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while in the area.
Harris Green
While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.
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.
