Saanich Core
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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.
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 on the Victoria Clipper
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
Victoria: Tips-Based City Highlights Walking Tour | 2.5-Hour
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
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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 Government Street 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 Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While Gorge -Tillicum Area isn't home to many top sights, Esquimalt Gorge Park and Uptown Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
More to Explore
- Uptown Center
- Victoria Harbour
- Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
- Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
- Butchart Gardens
- Government Street
- Royal Jubilee Hospital
- University of Victoria
- Royal BC Museum
- Sooke Harbour
- Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
- British Columbia Parliament Building
- Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal
- Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
- Chinatown
- MayFair Shopping Centre
- Victoria Conference Centre
- Craigdarroch Castle
- Royal Roads University
- Hatley Castle
- Beacon Hill Park
- Goldstream Provincial Park
- Bear Mountain Golf Club
- Victoria Butterfly Gardens
- Camosun College - Interurban Campus
- Fisherman's Wharf Park
- Sooke Potholes Provincial Park
- Cadboro Bay
- Mill Bay Ferry Terminal
- Port Sidney Marina
- Olympic View Golf Club
- Victoria Royal Theatre