Esquimalt
Victoria


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.
Things to do

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour from Vancouver

Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Esquimalt

Rosemead House
Exceptional service, wonderful location and beautiful rooms! Will be staying again :)
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Convenience to walk around in the city
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Room was perfect
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Fairmont Empress
Bathroom needed a deep cleaning
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Good amenities
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Strathcona Hotel
Really good service (thanks
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Esquimalt

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.

Gorge -Tillicum Area
If you're spending some time in Gorge -Tillicum Area, SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse are top sights worth seeing.

Songhees
Though Songhees might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.

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

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.

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.

