Gordon Head Travel Guide
Victoria




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Popular places to visit

University of Victoria
Explore the campus of University of Victoria during your visit to Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.

Fisherman's Wharf Marina
Come to this working harbor to see its colorful floating houses, go on a kayaking trip or a wildlife-spotting cruise and enjoy a meal of fresh seafood on the docks.

Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
Catch an event at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre during your trip to Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Royal BC Museum
Learn about the region’s human and natural history, visit some of the oldest buildings in the province and see a special collection of totem poles.

British Columbia Parliament Building
Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.
Things to do

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC

4-Hour Sailing Adventure on The Strait of Juan de Fuca

Iconic & Obscure Victoria Walking Tour
Top hotels in Gordon Head

Fairmont Empress
Property is well maintained and staff are professional and courteous
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Our first night was great! The breakfast in the morning was fine. On the second night, we were awaken at about 11:00 pm by what sounded like drilling and hammering. This went on for two hours. Several people were out of their rooms complaining to the front desk. The maintenance manager was called. ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Red Lion Inn and Suites
A Chinese restaurant and bar on the premises was great when we checked in late afternoon. Bus to downtown very close.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
The room was clean and modern. Staff were lovely, and breakfast was delicious. Parking garage is a little tight and hard to navigate. Great location! Would stay here again :)
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Arbutus Inn
Kitchen fully equipped, nice bed and clean, perfect for short stays
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Oak Bay Beach Hotel
A beautiful spot for a quick get away to relax. The staff are friendly, the spa is lovely, and the mineral pools are spectacular!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gordon Head

Saanich East
If you're spending some time in Saanich East, Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Saanich Core
While Saanich Core isn't home to many top sights, Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and West Coast Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While there might not be top attractions in Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.

Cordova Bay
If you're spending some time in Cordova Bay, Cordova Bay Golf Course and Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park are top sights worth seeing.

Saanich West
Saanich West might not have many top sights, but Princess Louisa Inlet and Uptown Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

