Location: Oak Bay is a short taxi ride, 1 hour walk, or 15 minute bike ride from downtown Victoria. It also has a convenient marina if visiting by boat.

Unique, historic and family friendly, Oak Bay is a great place for kids and their families to go to the beach, explore parks, browse galleries, shop, kayak, and more. As you explore Oak Bay, you will find many points of historical and cultural interest; you can also participate in a wide range of activities throughout our community.  This section provides links to some key areas of interest:

Points of Interest:

• Cairns
• Cenotaph
• Chinese Cemetery at Harling Point
• Tod House
• Heritage Site Tour
• What Locals Know

Activities and Amenities:

See Oak Bay Recreation for many activities and events throughout the year; this section has an interactive search tool to find parks based on features and amenities.

The Oak Bay Tourism website helps connect to the many commercial activities, amenities, and events in Oak Bay. 

The Outdoor Activities page has many ideas for exploring Oak Bay