Saanich Core
Victoria

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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.

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.

Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.

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.
Saanich Core Hotel Deals

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Clean room, professional staff and accommodating, sacious room!
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Accent Inns Victoria
Spotless room, courteous front desk, quiet
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Fairmont Empress
Staff was very helpful and friendly!
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Really enjoyed the bar at Fathom !
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Clive's bar is a gem. The staff here is stellar, they make you feel like real family. I'd live here if I could. 😄
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Sandman Hotel Victoria
Really enjoyed our time in the well laid out suite. Kitchen had everything we needed. Loved the cozy robes. Easy to walk to the gorge and the Galloping Goose trail to downtown.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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 Victoria Harbour and MayFair Shopping 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 Victoria Harbour and Chinatown.
