Royal Bay
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.
Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Royal Jubilee Hospital
Though Royal Jubilee Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Victoria while you are here.
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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Things to do
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Top hotels in Royal Bay
Fairmont Empress
Every thing was walking distant, food, shopping
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Great staff, clean, excellent breakfast & great location to the harbour , restaurants and local attractions
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Beautiful room with a view, perfect location, staff were friendly and attentive and the overall ambiance of the hotel was superb. Our kids loved the pool and having a location walking distance to tons of great attractions was key for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Had a greeat stay staff was very accommodating and nice
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Sandman Hotel Victoria
Staff was courteous. Pillows and pull out couch were awful. Couch very hard and the pull out bed terrible. Vehicle was broken into in parking lot right in front of the hotel
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa
The Magnolia is in an excellent location in the middle of Victoria, close walk to anything you'd want to do as a visitor, and right near the boat and air terminals. The hotel itself was very clean (probably THE most important aspect of hotels) and the staff were awesome.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Royal Bay
Esquimalt
Esquimalt is popular for its colorful gardens, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sooke Salmon Charters or CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum.
Bear Mountain Resort
While Bear Mountain Resort isn't home to many top sights, Bear Mountain Golf Club and Goldstream Provincial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
If you're spending some time in Gorge -Tillicum Area, SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse are top sights worth seeing.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour 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.
Songhees
Though Songhees might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victoria Harbour and Bastion Square.
