Cordova Bay Travel Guide
Victoria
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Popular places to visit
Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
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.
Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
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.
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.
Chinatown
Discover the passageways, temples, murals, shops and traditional Asian restaurants in this historic district established by Canada’s first Chinese immigrants.
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
Top hotels in Cordova Bay
Hotel Grand Pacific
The room was very clean and the reception desk was very nice and helpful. The location is right on the water.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
A combination of everything really… location was amazing, staff were all fantastic, amenities were too notch. Will absolute stay here again!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Fairmont Empress
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Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Sandman Hotel Victoria
Generally pleased with everything
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Strathcona Hotel
The only thing that kind of annoyed me was that the hot water from the bathroom sink takes at least 5 minutes to heat up.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Inn at Laurel Point
We were able to watch sea planes and the ferry come and go to the inner harbor right from our room. The pastry and coffees at Café Duo were amazing, as was the food at Aura Restaurant. We also appreciated the Nespresso coffee station inside our room, which they refilled for us daily. The kids were ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cordova Bay
Gordon Head
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gordon Head and surrounding area, you can visit Uptown Center and Cadboro Bay.
Saanich East
If you're spending some time in Saanich East, Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course 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.
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.
Gorge -Tillicum Area
While visiting Gorge -Tillicum Area, you might make a stop by sights like SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse.
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 MayFair Shopping Centre and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.
