Sidney travel guide

Sidney Tourism | Sidney Guide

You're Going to Love Sidney

Sidney is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Sidney deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Sidney

If you’re looking for affordable options, Riva (2537 Beacon Ave) and Sea Glass Waterfront Grill (2320 Harbour Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Sidney

Sidney in June
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sidney in June
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sidney

Plane

When flying to Sidney, you’ll arrive at Victoria Intl (YYJ), which is located 2 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sidney, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Sidney to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $65 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sidney is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 73 km from Sidney. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sidney, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Sidney takes 145 km and will cost you around $32. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 314 km.

Plane

When flying to Sidney, you’ll arrive at Victoria Intl (YYJ), which is located 2 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sidney, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Sidney to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $65 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sidney is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 73 km from Sidney. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sidney, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and BC Ferries Connector. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Sidney takes 145 km and will cost you around $32. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Sidney

Airlines serving Sidney

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,282 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,515 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sidney

Most booked hotels in Sidney

Rae Leigh Heights Bnb
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 70 reviews)
$129+
Guest Suites on Benvenuto
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 171 reviews)
$123+
The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 321 reviews)
$205+
Quality Inn Waddling Dog
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 501 reviews)
$138+
Sidney Waterfront Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1326 reviews)
$145+
Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 175 reviews)
$167+

Renting a car in Sidney

Renting a car in Sidney costs $62 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Sidney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sidney, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Sidney costs $62 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Vancouver Intl.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Sidney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sidney, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.