Gordon Head Travel Guide
Victoria




Visit Gordon Head
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.

Fisherman's Wharf Park
Take a walk around the delightful gardens of this charming park and then explore a vibrant waterfront area of colorful houseboats, cafés and restaurants.

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.

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

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Roundtrip/Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Top hotels in Gordon Head

Fairmont Empress
"Great shower"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"The hotel was conveniently located and well maintained. You will need to use the hotel parking as street parking was limited . The hotel is close to Starbucks, great restaurants and coffee and bakeries."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"The hotel is in a great location, walking distance to downtown. It was very clean and the breakfast was good, standard buffet."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour

Red Lion Inn and Suites
"Very comfortable, very friendly staff. Would recommend the Red Lions Inn & Suites any day"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Inn at Laurel Point
"We loved your property! First time we ever stayed and it was excellent. We will be back!"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gordon Head

Downtown Victoria
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

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

Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Sooke Salmon Charters and CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum while you're in town.

















