Gordon Head Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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

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

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC

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

Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Iconic & Obscure Victoria Walking Tour
Top hotels in Gordon Head

Fairmont Empress
Didnt have breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
No free breakfast but the menu was good.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Sandman Hotel Victoria
The room was good and the bed was like sleeping on a cloud.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Everything was thought of to make our stay perfect. Great, well equipped kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living area. Some confusion aboyt charges which was uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Strathcona Hotel
Awesome location and view
Reviewed on 10 Jan 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.

Oaklands
While Oaklands isn't home to many top sights, West Coast Trail and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre 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 Harbour and MayFair Shopping Centre.

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.

Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Galloping Goose Trail while in the area.


