Shopping Centers

Shopping in these places is not only convenient with many shops to browse in in a small geographic area, they are also unique shopping areas that have an eclectic atmosphere. You'll find special little treasures as well as have a good time too.

Bay Center
1150 Douglas St. Victoria BC
www.thebaycentre.ca

Large Mall with 6 floors to browse through. Featuring a large department store, appropriately named, The Bay. All you name brand stores you would expect, food court on the 5th floor and a really huge cool clock as its center piece.

Market Square
63-560 Johnson St. Victoria BC
www.marketsquare.ca

Great little independent shops and restaurants as well as an open courtyard featuring a large piece of art work. During special events the square hosts plays and live music.

Trounce Alley
Runs from Government St. to Broad St. Parallel to View St.

A few independent stores and restaurants, worth a look when downtown.

Bastion Square
Runs from Wharf St. Through Langley St. and Ends at Government St. Parallel to Yates St.

The original Fort Victoria was on this stretch. Maritime Museum and other establishments adorn this square. During the summer months independent merchants hold an open air market full of unique and custom made items.

China Town
On Fisgaurd St. from Store St. to Government St.

Groceries, restaurants and general consumables all of the oriental variety.

Fan Tan Alley
Runs from Fisgaurd St. to Pandora Ave. Parallel Government St.

A narrow little alley that runs off China Town and is adorned with quaint little shops.

Antique Row
Along Fort St. from Quadra St. to Cook St.

Antique shops and auctioneers have congregated in this area. Browse through the old, interesting and rare.

James Bay
The intersection of Menzies St. and Simcoe St.

Interesting shops, featuring a large grocery store, liquor store and a pharmacy. Walkable from downtown.