Saanich Core
Victoria
Visit Saanich Core
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
Key West Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Victoria BC: 3 Hour Expedition Catamaran Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Saanich Core
Red Lion Inn and Suites
Great
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Accent Inns Victoria
Location is central. Staff is friendly. Clean attractive rooms.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Fairmont Empress
Bathroom needed a deep cleaning
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hotel Grand Pacific
I am so glad I booked our stays at this hotel. We were immediately greeted at reception by a super friendly, welcoming employee named Tina. We had a rough time flying across the country so this was so nice to arrive to. The kids loved the humungous pool and hot tub. A lot of seniors use it for exercise ...
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Convenience to walk around in the city
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Strathcona Hotel
Really good service (thanks
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich Core
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.
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 MayFair Shopping Centre and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
If you're spending some time in Gorge -Tillicum Area, SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse are top sights worth seeing.
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.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
Songhees
Though Songhees might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bastion Square and Chinatown.
