James Bay
Victoria
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fisherman's Wharf Park
Take a walk around the delightful gardens of this charming park and then explore a vibrant waterfront area of colorful houseboats, cafés and restaurants.
Things to do
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Iconic & Obscure Victoria Walking Tour
James Bay Hotel Deals
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Hotel is in a great location. Breakfast is excellent. Our room could have a little updating but was very comfortable.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
Room was clean, housekeeping responsive with towels blankets pillows. Had room service but was dinner not breakfast. Did not try hot tub nor did I have a jetted tub. Please note that you may want to ask this location to make sure you do not have a room with mixed up TV channels as the guide is inaccurate ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
Close to the harbor and very scenic area. Bathroom light stayed on our whole trip. Could have nicer bed covering and sheets. The elevator scared us every time. we even took a video of the loud noise and thump when the doors were about to open .A little work on the property and a carpet cleaning would ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Inn at Laurel Point
Absolutely amazing stay. Fabulous location. Amazingly helpful staff. Delicious food. Beautiful room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Embassy Inn
Room was great and heating worked well. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast had lots of choices and were different on the second morning and done was overseeing all the hot and cold trays to make sure they remained stocked.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
This is a great boutique type hotel. Very clean, great staff , restaurant was a great breakfast option and a pub on site for that evening drink if you like. Great location to the harbour. Would recommend if you are looking for good value away from the larger hotels
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Other neighborhoods around James Bay
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.
Songhees
Though Songhees might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
Downtown Victoria
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.
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.
Harris Green
If you're spending some time in Harris Green, Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row are top sights worth seeing.
North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.
