Visit Gordon Head
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.
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.
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.
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
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Seattle & Victoria, BC
One-Way Passenger Ferry Between Victoria, BC & Seattle WA
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
From Vancouver: Seaplane flight to Victoria with Bus & Ferry Return
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Gordon Head
Saanich East
While visiting Saanich East, you might make a stop by sights like Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course.
Oaklands
While there might not be top attractions in Oaklands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and West Coast Trail.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
Cordova Bay
While visiting Cordova Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cordova Bay Golf Course and Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park.
Saanich West
While there might not be top attractions in Saanich West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Princess Louisa Inlet and Uptown Center.
Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by MayFair Shopping Centre and Government Street while in the area.
More to Explore
- Places of interest
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- Other vacations you might like
- Mount Douglas Park
- Bow Park
- Lambrick Park
- Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
- Victoria Harbour
- Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
- Butchart Gardens
- University of Victoria
- Government Street
- Royal Jubilee Hospital
- Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
- Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
- Royal BC Museum
- Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal
- British Columbia Parliament Building
- Sooke Harbour
- Chinatown
- Fisherman's Wharf Park
- Victoria Conference Centre
- Hatley Castle
- Bear Mountain Golf Club
- Royal Roads University
- Craigdarroch Castle
- Cadboro Bay
- Goldstream Provincial Park
- Camosun College - Interurban Campus
- Beacon Hill Park
- Victoria Butterfly Gardens
- Sooke Potholes Provincial Park
- Mary Winspear Centre
- MayFair Shopping Centre