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Sidney
Travel Guide

Escape to Sidney! Enjoy its oceanfront, sunrises, and natural setting.

Discover the seaside area of Sidney—island views, gardens, and top sights like Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal.

The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa
The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
9805 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC
The price is ￥15,750 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in the heart of Sidney, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Victoria Distillers and Sidney Museum and Archives. Sidney-Washington State Ferry ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (780 reviews)

"Beautiful location! Restaurant is on-site and excellent food"…"

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2021

The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa
Travelodge by Wyndham Victoria Airport
Travelodge by Wyndham Victoria Airport
3 out of 5
2280 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC
The price is ￥12,406 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Situated near the airport, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Mary Winspear Centre and Port Sidney Marina. Rotary Park and Panorama Recreation ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (996 reviews)

"The property was very clean. Staff were very helpful."…"

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2021

Travelodge by Wyndham Victoria Airport
Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel
Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel
2.5 out of 5
2306 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥12,950 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23

Situated near the airport, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney Museum and Archives, and Sidney Skatepark. Iroquois ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (529 reviews)

"Very clean, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again."…"

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2020

Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel
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Unique Luxury Power Yacht
Unique Luxury Power Yacht
Sidney, BC
The price is ￥46,823 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8

Situated on the waterfront, this romantic houseboat is steps from Port Sidney Marina and Victoria Distillers. Sidney Museum and Archives and Sidney-Washington ...…

Unique Luxury Power Yacht
Coastal Wishes- Hot Tub by Moonlight, Ocean Views, Romantic Suite.
Coastal Wishes- Hot Tub by Moonlight, Ocean Views, Romantic Suite.
Sidney, BC

Situated in Sidney, this romantic apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, and Resthaven Park. ...…

5/5Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Lovely break with ocean views

"My husband and I enjoyed a long weekend break in this property and were very impressed by how well stocked it is, the comfortable bed, beautiful views and especially the opportunity to book private times in the hot tub overlooking the water. It is easy to tell that a lot of love - and talent - went ..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2021

Coastal Wishes- Hot Tub by Moonlight, Ocean Views, Romantic Suite.
Dominion Brook Park Vacation Rental - Beautiful Suite With Garden / Park Views
Dominion Brook Park Vacation Rental - Beautiful Suite With Garden / Park Views
Sidney, BC

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Panorama Recreation Centre, Rotary Park, and John Dean Provincial Park. British Columbia Aviation ...…

5/5Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Fantastic place to stay.

"It's a really nice place to stay. They are very friendly, kitchen is well stocked with everything anyone would need to cook. If there was something I needed that wasn't in the kitchen they brought it right down. Would stay there again no problem."…"

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2021

Dominion Brook Park Vacation Rental - Beautiful Suite With Garden / Park Views
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Popular places to visit in Sidney

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Butchart Gardens

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

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

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

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

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

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 Sidney

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2 Hour Kayak Tour Swartz Bay

￥5,966
Per adult
2 Hour Kayak Tour Swartz Bay
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3 Hour Kayak Tour Swartz Bay

￥6,831
Per adult
3 Hour Kayak Tour Swartz Bay
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Scenic Paddle Board Tour

￥5,966
Per adult
Scenic Paddle Board Tour
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Private Minibus: Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal

￥10,974
Per adult
Private Minibus: Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
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Private SUV: Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal

￥9,286
Per adult
Private SUV: Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
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Private Tour Countryside Roads to Butchart Gardens and City Tour

￥65,373
Per adult
Private Tour Countryside Roads to Butchart Gardens and City Tour
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Reviews of Sidney

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Top Destination

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5/5 - Excellent

Iopdoc

Dec 18, 2019

Lovely seaside community with a few touristy things but more of a residential community. We travel there often and always enjoy walking around town and on the waterfront

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Oct 29, 2019

The breakfast was amazing. I felt like a king.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Sep 30, 2019

We were en route to Salt Spring Island so this was a short visit. However, Sidney is a really pleasant surprise. We ate at a Japanese restaurant and then splurged on a cheese-tasting at The Farmer's Daughter - it was terrific.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Sep 30, 2019

Most convenient to ferries to the gulf islands

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 24, 2019

Beautiful place to home-base for an exploration of Vancouver Island. Close to everything around Victoria, and a little more quiet than staying directly in Victoria.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 21, 2019

Just a nice spot

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