Downtown Victoria
Victoria
Visit Downtown Victoria
Popular places to visit
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
Miniature World
Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the detail of the tiny worlds on display in this charming museum.
Bay Centre
During your visit to Victoria, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bay Centre. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Lower Johnson Street
Shop at independent boutique stores, enjoy free live music and dance performances and see historical buildings at this popular downtown Victoria street.
Bastion Square
Learn about the local history of Victoria when you spend time at Bastion Square. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Victoria: Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks, and Ferry
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria
From Vancouver: Seaplane flight to Victoria with Bus & Ferry Return
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Victoria
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Victoria Police Historical Society Museum.
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.
Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.
Songhees
Though Songhees might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bastion Square and Chinatown.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Fisherman's Wharf Park or Legislative Assembly of British Columbia 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.