James Bay
Victoria
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
After visiting Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Thunderbird Park
See totem poles and an authentic First Nations house standing alongside heritage buildings in this park where history meets culture.
Things to do
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
James Bay Hotel Deals
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Great spot for our girls weekend! Walkable to most things and the hotel was clean and offered some nice perks like juice/water station with snacks. The breakfast was a good variety and changed up the days we were there."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Hotel Grand Pacific
"Location was perfect"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
"Very nice location."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Embassy Inn
"Great location. Breakfast was great. Lots of options"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Inn at Laurel Point
"We enjoyed our stay at the hotel, the room was clean and comfortable. The view of the marina from our balcony was appreciated. Parking structure opposite the hotel is gated and secure, but we found out there is an additional parking fee charged to the guests for using it. There were no water bottles ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
The Oswego Hotel
"Honestly I wish I could rate it higher but a couple things were a little disappointing. First they were having issues with the elevators which I understand probably was just bad luck, that being said it was frustrating waiting up to 10 minutes each way to get outside unfortunately we were on the ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 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.
