Oaklands
Victoria
Popular places to visit

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.

Fisherman's Wharf Marina
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.

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.

Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
Catch an event at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre during your trip to Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

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.
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

4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca
Top hotels in Oaklands

Fairmont Empress
Room cleanliness was amazing Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
We enjoyed our stay at Huntingdon Manor. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the Inner Harbour and the ferry terminal. The property itself is charming and has a lot of character, though the rooms are a bit outdated and could definitely use some modernizing. That said, everything was very ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
Great location, the harbour and easy walk around the attractions downtown. Added convenience was with restaurant & lounge service available on site. Free onsite parking is an added bonus. One more advantage for choosing this location.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
If you’re looking for a nice hotel in downtown Victoria, this is the place to stay. Newly renovated rooms super comfortable bed Nespresso machine a fridge. The staff are a fantastic and most have been there for 10+ years. The gym has everything you need while away. The pool was fun, but did have ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
Moce hotel in an excellent location for experiencing the city as a tourist
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Arbutus Inn
Other neighbourhoods around Oaklands

Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.

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 Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.

North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.

Rockland
Rockland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Government House and Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while in the area.

Harris Green
While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.

Downtown Victoria
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

