Things To Do & See
Experience the Best of Sidney, BC
The Sidney Pier hotel is located on the water in the heart of Sidney BC. When it comes to Sidney attractions and things to do, we're just steps from an array of shops, art galleries and restaurants. Our staff is available to help with booking kayaking and whale-watching excursions, fishing charters and more.
Sidney is known for its eco-tourism destinations like the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, which offers hiking, biking, bird and whale watching, kayaking and scuba diving. Guests can also explore a range of cultural attractions like the British Columbia Aviation Museum, Butchart Gardens, the Royal BC Museum, the Sidney Museum and much, much more.
When planning your Sidney, BC adventure, our staff of locals will be happy to share recommendations on popular attractions and fun things to do. We love our town and can’t wait to share it with you!
Victoria International Airport is a short scenic drive (15mins) from our doorstep and offers Canadian and Transborder flight destinations. Visit YYJ
Hop on board BC Ferries from the island to the mainland, as well as other hot spot destination points! Services run frequently and daily. Located just 1.5km or 10mins from the hotel. Visit BC Ferries
BC Transit bus stops are conveniently located just 5 minutes by foot from the The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa and will take you to downtown Victoria, the Airport or any of our amazing siteseeing attractions! Visit BC Transit
Enveloping visitors in lush greens and colourful blooms, The Butchart Gardens is a must-see garden oasis over 100 years in the making! Visit Butchart Gardens
Sea Cider is a farm-based cidery located on the Saanich Peninsula just minutes from Sidney. Their ten-acre farm is home to over 1,300 apple trees, made up of over 50 varieties of heritage apples. Visit Sea Cider
Port Sidney Marina, located just steps from The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa, puts you in the heart of Sidney and on the doorsteps of the Gulf and San Juan Islands. The waters off of Port Sidney are located in the middle of Orca feeding grounds that offer great fishing and touring adventures. Port Sidney Marina Adventures
The perfect way to get out and have fun safely! Cycle Sidney's Rad Runner e-Bikes and beach cruisers will let you explore beautiful Sidney by the Sea and the surrounding Saanich Peninsula with ease! Visit Cycle Sidney
A family-owned and operated company serving Sidney and the Saanich Peninsula for over 20 years with whale watching trips, culinary tours on the Gulf Islands and charters for private events! Visit Sidney Whale Watching
Victoria International Airport
Victoria International Airport is a short scenic drive (15mins) from our doorstep and offers Canadian and Transborder flight destinations. Visit YYJ
Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
Hop on board BC Ferries from the island to the mainland, as well as other hot spot destination points! Services run frequently and daily. Located just 1.5km or 10mins from the hotel. Visit BC Ferries
BC Transit
BC Transit bus stops are conveniently located just 5 minutes by foot from the The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa and will take you to downtown Victoria, the Airport or any of our amazing siteseeing attractions! Visit BC Transit
Shaw Center of the Salish Sea
As a not-for-profit community organization, the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea connects the public with the Salish Sea Bioregion and its ecosystems through engagement, knowledge and awareness. Located right next door! Visit Shaw Center of the Salish Sea
Butchart Gardens
Enveloping visitors in lush greens and colourful blooms, The Butchart Gardens is a must-see garden oasis over 100 years in the making! Visit Butchart Gardens
Sea Cider Farm and Ciderhouse
Sea Cider is a farm-based cidery located on the Saanich Peninsula just minutes from Sidney. Their ten-acre farm is home to over 1,300 apple trees, made up of over 50 varieties of heritage apples. Visit Sea Cider
Port Sidney Marina Adventures
Port Sidney Marina, located just steps from The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa, puts you in the heart of Sidney and on the doorsteps of the Gulf and San Juan Islands. The waters off of Port Sidney are located in the middle of Orca feeding grounds that offer great fishing and touring adventures. Port Sidney Marina Adventures
Cycle Sidney
The perfect way to get out and have fun safely! Cycle Sidney's Rad Runner e-Bikes and beach cruisers will let you explore beautiful Sidney by the Sea and the surrounding Saanich Peninsula with ease! Visit Cycle Sidney
Sidney Whale Watching
A family-owned and operated company serving Sidney and the Saanich Peninsula for over 20 years with whale watching trips, culinary tours on the Gulf Islands and charters for private events! Visit Sidney Whale Watching