Visit Saanich East
Popular places to visit

Mount Douglas Park
Mount Douglas Park is just one of the places to see in Victoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the picturesque gardens and waterfront in the area.

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.
Top hotels in Saanich East

Fairmont Empress
Enjoyed our stay very much! Everything was first class, considering the hotel's age, and history of engineering. Friendly staff, as well as the shop keepers throughout the city. Cleanliness everywhere with Great restaurants and views.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Very nice
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Looks like room had been renovated recently and looks great
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Lovely hotel, the room was clean and comfortable. Location is great and in walking distance to everything. Staff are amazing, we left an item behind and they found it for us and were so helpful. We will definitely stay again when we return to Victoria.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Oswego Hotel
Loved our stay so much ! Clean , convenient, and luxurious. There was nothing that could have improved our stay . Absolute perfection!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Lack of electric plugs and rickety hand rails on the stairs in the suite
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich East

Gordon Head
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gordon Head and surrounding area, you can visit Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.

Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and West Coast Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Saanich Core
While Saanich Core isn't home to many top sights, Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.