Victoria Districts & Neighbourhoods
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Districts & Neighbourhoods in Victoria, British Columbia.
One of Victoria's most prestigious neighbourhoods, Rockland has long been established on the hill overlooking Victoria's southern coast. The district is home to the Government House, and it's extensive gardens.
Roughly centered between Burnside Rd. and Gorge Rd. in Victoria's northwestern quadrant, this quiet district enjoys a scenic view of the Lower Gorge Waterway.
Home to trendy shops, cafes and galleries as well as Central Middle School and Victoria High School, this eclectic neighbourhood is recognized as one of Victoria's most engaging communities. Fernwood's boundaries reach from Bay St. in the north to Fort St. in the south and from Cook St. in the west to Shelbourne in the east.
Roughly ten minutes from downtown Victoria, the seaside village of Oak Bay presents a quaint Old World charm. Gardens abound in the area as do the little European-style cafes and stores that Victoria is known for.
Fairfield & Cook Street Village
East of Beacon Hill Park, the residential neighbourhood of Fairfield is home to the trendy shops and cafes of Cook Street Village, the scenic views at Clover Point and the historic Ross Bay Cemetery. Fairfield is the city's southernmost community and its largest.
Esquimalt
The district of Esquimalt sits west of downtown, across the big blue Johnson Street Bridge. This area is home to the Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt and the museum located there.
Victoria's Inner Harbour
Many of Victoria's main attractions are located at the Inner Harbour, including many museums, the Empress Hotel and the Legislative Buildings. A walk along the boardwalk, where street performers and artists vie for visitors' attention, is a memorable experience.
Victoria Old Town
At the heart of Victoria lies the district known as Old Town. Aptly named, this is one of the oldest areas in the city and still features many pieces of the past. This historic area is located immediately north of the Empress and includes Wharf Street, Government Street and Douglas Street running north-south, with Johnson Street, Yates Street and Fort Street crossing them.
James Bay
At the southern tip of Victoria, James Bay spans from the serene gardens of Beacon Hill Park up to the Inner Harbour and across to Odgen Point. The district is home to many of the high-end hotels and restaurants of the Inner Harbour, a hugely popular community market and Fisherman's Wharf.
Fisherman's Wharf Victoria
Situated just minutes away from downtown Victoria on the Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf is a tiny but popular area for fish and chips, whale-watching tours and more. The floating village is also home to an eclectic collection of houseboats and is most easily reached via the small Harbour Ferries which circulate regularly.
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