Oaklands
Victoria
Popular places to visit

University of Victoria
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Victoria during your stay in Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor 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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Victoria Bites and Sights Walking plus Ferry
Top hotels in Oaklands

Fairmont Empress
"Friendly staff"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Clean & quiet, but not access or wheel chair friendly, stairs to get to ground floor rooms & to what was a basic breakfast area, then stairs again to tables"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Room was well appointed. Staff were efficient and super friendly."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"Great proximity to the downtown core. Useful amenities."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Arbutus Inn
"Clean"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"We love the pool and the dining. Both are excellent."
Reviewed on May 21, 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 Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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 popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Government House or Art Gallery of Greater Victoria.

Harris Green
If you're spending some time in Harris Green, Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row are top sights worth seeing.

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.
