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.

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.

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

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
"This was an exceptional experience. Great service from the second we pulled up to the front door until the truck was brought back. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Wonderful buffet breakfast included and we sat in the historic sunroom, which was a sweet visual treat. We would definitely come back, it’s within walking distance of all the iconic areas in the heart of Victoria."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Very well-maintained and managed hotel. I will stay again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"Good hotel, in downtown had to pay $25 for parking there otherwise so far the best hotel at this price point in Victoria"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Arbutus Inn
"Our room did not have a kitchen. It had a microwave & fridge."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"We enjoyed our stay! Everything exceeded our expectations. We loved the oceanfront pool. Rooms were very clean and nice. Sauna with oceanview window was amazing!"
Reviewed on 18 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.

