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Saanichton
Travel Guide

Trip time! Discover the island views, festivals, and beaches in Saanichton.

Check out Butchart Gardens and Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal—just two of the top sights around Saanichton, a city also notable for its island views and gardens.

Top Hotels in Saanichton

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
2.5 out of 5
2401 Mt Newton Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC
The price is ￥8,365 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2

Situated in Saanichton, this motel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Panorama Recreation Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Butchart Gardens and British Columbia Aviation ...…

4/5Very Good! (385 reviews)

"Pleasant stay at the motel, we would stay again when we are back in town."…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
Quality Inn Waddling Dog
Quality Inn Waddling Dog
2.5 out of 5
2476 Mt. Newton Cross, Saanichton, BC
The price is ￥9,538 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2

Situated in Saanichton, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Panorama Recreation Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Butchart Gardens and British Columbia Aviation ...…

4/5Very Good! (672 reviews)

"It was wing nite Wednesday at the pub downstairs when we arrived. Very fun after a long, cold day. The deeeelicious cookies waiting in the room were a very nice touch. Everything was super clean."…"

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2021

Quality Inn Waddling Dog
Heron's Retreat - Stunning Oceanfront 1-bedroom Suite
Heron's Retreat - Stunning Oceanfront 1-bedroom Suite
Saanichton, BC
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Nestled on the beach, this Saanichton vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Panorama Recreation Centre, Sidney-Washington State Ferry Terminal, and Rotary Park. ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Lovely location and lovely view

"The perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion! Well appointed suite that lacked nothing. Beautiful view of the ocean! Totally enjoyed our stay and would love to do it again in the future!"…"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020

Heron's Retreat - Stunning Oceanfront 1-bedroom Suite
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Vacation Rentals in Saanichton

Heron's Retreat - Stunning Oceanfront 1-bedroom Suite
Heron's Retreat - Stunning Oceanfront 1-bedroom Suite
Saanichton, BC

Nestled on the beach, this Saanichton vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Panorama Recreation Centre, Sidney-Washington State Ferry Terminal, and Rotary Park. ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Lovely location and lovely view

"The perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion! Well appointed suite that lacked nothing. Beautiful view of the ocean! Totally enjoyed our stay and would love to do it again in the future!"…"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020

Heron's Retreat - Stunning Oceanfront 1-bedroom Suite
From Butchart To Beaches, Make Our Home Your Home Away From Home Year Round
From Butchart To Beaches, Make Our Home Your Home Away From Home Year Round
Saanichton, BC

Situated by the ocean, this historic vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Victoria Butterfly Gardens, Brentwood Bay Ferry Terminal, and Panorama Recreation ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Lovely retreat away from the big city

"I was going to Saanich to take my teen daughter and her friends for a girls weekend. The girls all loved the house - the d or, the coziness, the surrounding nature outside.! It was just perfect to have a quiet, serene beautifully decorated home to be in- and then just a 15 min drive into Victoria ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2020

From Butchart To Beaches, Make Our Home Your Home Away From Home Year Round
Spacious, Bright and Ocean View Home with Water Front Dock
Spacious, Bright and Ocean View Home with Water Front Dock
Saanichton, BC

Situated on the beach, this romantic vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Panorama Recreation Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Butchart Gardens and British ...…

5/5Exceptional! (3 reviews)
An Incredible Stay!

"What a wonderful stay we had here! Tina and John (the owners) are the kindest people and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. From delivering crab (and cooking it!) every day, to their friendly, helpful ways, we had an amazing time. Spectacular views, lovely grounds and absolutely stunning ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2020

Spacious, Bright and Ocean View Home with Water Front Dock
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Popular places to visit in Saanichton

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Butchart Gardens

5/5(579 reviews)

Inhale intoxicating fragrances and marvel at the dazzling colors of these gardens, which host engaging events and family-friendly activities.

Butchart Gardens
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Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(876 reviews)

Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

Victoria Harbour
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Royal BC Museum

4.5/5(370 reviews)

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.

Royal BC Museum
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Victoria Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(400 reviews)

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.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
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British Columbia Parliament Building

4.5/5(583 reviews)

Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.

British Columbia Parliament Building
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Government Street

4.5/5(511 reviews)

This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.

Government Street

Top things to do in Saanichton

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Victoria Butterfly Gardens

￥1,427
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
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Unique Night Glow Kayak Tour

￥5,621
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Unique Night Glow Kayak Tour
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Private Luxury Victoria Tour & Butchart Gardens

￥36,318
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Private Luxury Victoria Tour & Butchart Gardens
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Victoria Day Trip by Helicopter & Seaplane

￥55,507
Per adult
Victoria Day Trip by Helicopter & Seaplane
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Hop On Half Day Sightseeing Victoria

￥2,882
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hop On Half Day Sightseeing Victoria
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Fully narrated tour of Butchart Gardens and Saanich Peninsula

￥29,743
Per adult
Fully narrated tour of Butchart Gardens and Saanich Peninsula
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Reviews of Saanichton

3.9

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3 - Okay 25%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Aug 21, 2019

I was there for Victoria

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 6, 2019

Far from the maddening crowd of Victoria

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

May 17, 2019

Bus drivers were very very helpful

Cities near Saanichton

Inner Harbour showing a coastal town, a bay or harbor and skyline

Victoria

Sidney

Sidney

Butchart Gardens featuring a garden and flowers

Brentwood Bay

North Saanich

North Saanich