Saanich West
Victoria
Visit Saanich West
Popular places to visit
University of Victoria
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Victoria during your stay in Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor 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.
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.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
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
Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Saanich West Hotel Deals
Fairmont Empress
"Location was everything about the empress. Great food at the hotel and near with walkable access to the heart of Victoria. Highly recommend renting a car as a lot of cool castles and beaches are close drives away. The garden was fantastic and live music and salmon at the hotel restaurant was great ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Helpful staff, situated right near the harbour. Breakfast was very good. Being on the first floor it tended to be noisy, re: near the entrance and breakfast room. Thank you"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Overall Ok"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"The staff were courteous and responsive and took the time to explain the services they offered. The rooms were well maintained. We liked that the hotel had a laundry room on the third floor. The hotel has a shuttle service that guests can use within the downtown area, which is convenient if you have ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Arbutus Inn
"It was clean and confortable. They don't clean everyday but they let me know at checking. They provided anything I needed."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"Lovely hotel, the staff are very pleasant and professional. Beautiful scenery and tasty restaurants to eat at."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Saanich West
Gorge -Tillicum Area
If you're spending some time in Gorge -Tillicum Area, SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse are top sights worth seeing.
Saanich Core
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saanich Core and surrounding area, you can visit Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre.
Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Galloping Goose Trail and MayFair Shopping Centre while in the area.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal.
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.
Esquimalt
Southern tip of Vancouver Island hosts Esquimalt, a municipality with a rich naval history and heritage sites like Craigflower farmhouse and schoolhouse. Explore the area along the historic Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway.
