Inner Harbour

Kingston

Visit this central city harbor to enjoy waterfront walks, take whale-watching and wildlife-spotting tours and witness a classic boat festival.

At Victoria’s Inner Harbour you can join wildlife-spotting tours and see historical buildings, enjoy waterfront walks and a boat festival. This lively harbor stretches from Laurel Point Park to Songhees Point, in the Victoria West district.

There is no lack of water-based activities at Inner Harbour. Join a whale-watching tour for the chance to spot orcas and humpback whales. Learn about the history of Victoria and look for seals on a guided kayak tour. Rent a kayak and paddle independently up the Gorge Waterway. You can even board a seaplane and enjoy aerial views of the harbor and Olympic Mountains. 

Walk along the Inner Harbour Pathway to Johnson Bridge to enjoy views of the harbor and Gorge Waterway. Cross the bridge to the Songhees Walkway, a waterside path that will take you to Lime Bay Park. Keep watch for seals and birdlife, including eagles and the great blue heron.

Some beautiful buildings overlook the harbor. Learn about British Columbia’s legislative history on a free tour of the British Columbia Parliament Buildings. Nearby is the chateau-style Fairmont Empress hotel. Stop by this hotel for a traditional afternoon tea to experience what has been a popular event since 1908.

If you happen to visit Victoria during Canada’s Labour Day weekend, don’t miss the Classic Boat Festival. Watch rowing demonstrations and dory boat races and step aboard the ships to have a closer look. Visit the festival’s official website for a schedule of events.

Combine a visit to the harbor with a walk to Victoria Fisherman’s Wharf around the corner where you can see a floating village and sample fresh seafood, such as crab and oysters.

Located at the western edge of downtown Victoria, the Inner Harbour is a short walk from major city attractions. Most free parking spaces in the area have a time limit, but pay-and-display parking is available nearby if you want to stay longer. Public buses and water taxis stop at the harbor’s main places of interest.


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The Smith Hotel

The Smith Hotel

3 out of 5
221 Queen St, Kingston, ON
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kingston Waterfront and Kingston Penitentiary ...
The Smith Hotel
Dwell Aparthotels

Dwell Aparthotels

4 out of 5
7 Colborne St, Kingston, ON
The price is ¥32,216 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
¥32,216
¥42,058 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kingston Waterfront and Kingston Penitentiary ...
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Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront by IHG

3.5 out of 5
2 Princess St, Kingston, ON
The price is ¥20,656 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
¥20,656
¥24,508 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
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Colonial Resort-1000 Islands

Colonial Resort-1000 Islands

3 out of 5
780 King Street West, Gananoque, ON
The price is ¥7,526 per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
¥7,526
¥8,844 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gananoque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands
Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront

Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront

4 out of 5
1 Johnson Street, Kingston, ON
The price is ¥22,198 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
¥22,198
¥26,337 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Strata Hotel

Strata Hotel

3 out of 5
1187 Princess Street, Kingston, ON
The price is ¥14,971 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
¥14,971
¥17,763 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
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