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.

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.
Things to do

Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Heritage Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria

Victoria BC: 3 Hour Expedition Catamaran Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Saanich Core

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Nice hotel. Nice stay.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Accent Inns Victoria
Friendly staff and welcoming to us and our pet.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Fairmont Empress
Absolute perfection.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Room was clean and available early for us! Front desk couldn't have been more welcoming. We've stayed before and will stay again! Had breakfast at the Fathom Restaurant and it was Excellent!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Great room! Checking in was fast
Reviewed on 21 Dec 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 21 Dec 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 there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Harbour and MayFair Shopping Centre.

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

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


