Sightseeing

Centered on and around Lower Johnston Street—hence the nickname LoJo— many stores feature local designers or products made on Vancouver Island. All-brick Market Square is a vital part of this "new" area. Built in the late 1800s and once home to saloons and sailors’ hotels, the Square now houses dozens of independent shops, galleries, and restaurants. The hippest thing about this area? Despite the glitz, LoJo manages to retain the kind of "everyday necessity" shops that locals need and use.

Just a short walk or a water taxi hop from Victoria's Inner Harbour is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered — Fisherman’s Wharf. This is a unique waterfront experience with a lively mix of floathomes, fishing vessels and marine life. Fisherman's Wharf offers a front row seat on the harbour with views of floatplanes, ferries and pleasure vessels. Experience adventures like kayaking, whale watching and fishing. Hungry? Grab a meal on the docks! Hotdogs, fish and chips, tacos, ice cream and fresh seafood — there is something for everyone!

Behind the Edwardian Classical and Renaissance building facades are private interiors and secret passageways, concealed residents, remnants of opium factories, gambling dens, brothels. Founded during the Manchu or Qing (ch-ing) dynasty, Old Chinatown retains many gracious traditions and customs. Chinese festivals and celebrations along with the arts and recreation continue as they have for many generations. A century old Chinese School (est.