Gulf Islands

Travel Guide
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Government Street featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city
Old Port Quebec City featuring a city as well as an individual male
British Columbia Parliament Building featuring heritage architecture, a fountain and a garden
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Where to stay in Gulf Islands

Victoria which includes a city, street scenes and a house

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(796 area reviews)

Downtown Victoria boasts a lively atmosphere with movie theatres, stage theatres, hotels, and various dining options. Explore tourist attractions like Bastion Square, Centennial Square, and the historic Chinatown.

Downtown Victoria
Victoria Harbour featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbor

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.

Inner Harbour
Victoria showing a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(513 area reviews)

You can explore vibrant attractions like Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf Park, and the Royal British Columbia Museum in this area near Victoria's Inner Harbour. Accessible via Belleville Street and other main roads, it also offers a HeliJet terminal and a US ferries terminal.

James Bay
Beacon Hill Park showing kite surfing and general coastal views

Fairfield

5/5(31 area reviews)

Residential community featuring low-rise apartments and single-family homes, Fairfield boasts ocean waters perfect for wind surfing and para-sailing. Enjoy scenic views at Clover Point, and explore Cook Street Village's cafés, boutiques, and grocery stores.

Fairfield
The largest urban forest on the Saanich Peninsula.

Saanich East

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Saanich East, you might make a stop by sights like Lochside Regional Trail and Cadboro Bay.

Saanich East
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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.

Burnside
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1175 Beach Dr, Victoria, BC
The price is AED 830 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
AED 830
AED 963 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! Great staff!"

Reviewed on 23 January 2025

Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
9775 First St, Sidney, BC
The price is AED 368 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 368
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sidney. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (694 reviews)
"Adorable little Inn right on the water in Sidney. Free breakfast, free parking, frinedly staff, steps from the best restaurants. What more are you looking for?"

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
849 Verdier Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC
The price is AED 574 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 574
AED 649 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brentwood Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Always pur go to for a rekqxing bwsk with awesome pool and hot tib"

Reviewed on 25 January 2025

Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
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Cusheon Lake Resort
Cusheon Lake Resort
3 out of 5
171 Natalie Lane, Salt Spring Island, BC
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Cusheon Lake and Salt Spring Vineyards ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
"Very peaceful. Well equipped kitchen and appreciate the plug in for our car. Beautiful little lake"

Reviewed on 17 January 2025

Cusheon Lake Resort
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
3.5 out of 5
315 Robinson Road, Salt Spring Island, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards ...
9/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews)
"Beautiful cottage. Comfortable beds. Great views."

Reviewed on 17 December 2024

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
Westover Bed and Breakfasts
Westover Bed and Breakfasts
Salt Spring Island
Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free breakfast, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Saltspring Marina and Ganges Marina are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Sweet Little Getaway in the Woods
"This is a special place, we thoroughly enjoyed our time in this unique private getaway. Loved being surrounded in trees, peaceful and beautiful. Really enjoyed using the outdoor shower, it was kind of exciting! The bed was super comfortable and room was decorated in a very artistic manner. Thanks ..."

Reviewed on 31 July 2024

Westover Bed and Breakfasts
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Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour featuring a bay or harbor and heritage architecture

Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(876 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Harbour. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Victoria Harbour
Butchart Gardens featuring a river or creek

Butchart Gardens

5/5(579 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Butchart Gardens, a lovely green space in Brentwood Bay. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Butchart Gardens
Royal BC Museum showing interior views

Royal BC Museum

4.5/5(370 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Royal BC Museum in Victoria. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Royal BC Museum
Government Street featuring a house, a small town or village and street scenes

Government Street

4.5/5(511 reviews)

During your visit to Victoria, you can do some window-shopping at Government Street. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Government Street
British Columbia Parliament Building featuring heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and night scenes

British Columbia Parliament Building

4.5/5(583 reviews)

British Columbia Parliament Building is just one of the places to see in Victoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

British Columbia Parliament Building
Victoria Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a house and a coastal town

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(400 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Fisherman's Wharf. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf