Saanich Core Travel Guide
Victoria

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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.
Top hotels in Saanich Core

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Conveniently located near, but not in, downtown Victoria.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Accent Inns Victoria
Checking was smooth and helpful. Parking was convenient and property was pet friendly. Beds comfortable and nicely decorated rooms.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
The room was very clean and the reception desk was very nice and helpful. The location is right on the water.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Fairmont Empress
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
A combination of everything really… location was amazing, staff were all fantastic, amenities were too notch. Will absolute stay here again!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Clean room and great breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich Core

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.

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 MayFair Shopping Centre and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.

Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.

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.

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

Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Chinatown and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
