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.
Saanich Core Hotel Deals
Red Lion Inn and Suites
Great
Reviewed on 2025/11/18
Accent Inns Victoria
The room was very clean, I loved how cozy and warm the room was, the color scheme was very inviting!! I definitely would stay again!
Reviewed on 2025/11/19
Fairmont Empress
All of the staff was very friendly. The room was beautiful and the turn down service was a nice touch. I want to stay here again.
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Hotel Grand Pacific
Very comfortable, clean.
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Did not have free breakfast and breakfast I paid for was good.
Reviewed on 2025/11/20
Strathcona Hotel
The staff were amazing. Very helpful and friendly. The room was very quiet,clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 2025/11/20
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 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.
