Esquimalt
Victoria


Popular places to visit

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.

Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

University of Victoria
Explore the campus of University of Victoria during your visit to Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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.
Things to do

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Heritage Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria

Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer

Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)
Top hotels in Esquimalt

Rosemead House
Great service. Quiet place.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Fairmont Empress
We stayed for two nights with a baby and were unfortunately disappointed with our experience. On the first night, the heating system was not functioning, the blinds were broken (limiting the view), and the windows were noticeably dirty. Maintenance attended twice in the evening but was unable to ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Clean rooms, good staff and courteous, hotel does not have bar/restraunt.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
We had breakfast in our room. It was good but it was cold.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
Best mattress ever:)
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Strathcona Hotel
SO LOUD outside of hotel! ZERO soundproofing! Was so peed and stressed and asked in advance for quiet and got street side! I barely slept and one of my worst sleeps ever. I tried everything to draw out the noises of such idiots outside til 230 am. Was on a move help job and hard to not sleep much ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esquimalt

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.

Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.

Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Galloping Goose Trail and MayFair Shopping Centre while in the area.
