Gorge -Tillicum Area Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

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.
Activities

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

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Our pick of the best Gorge -Tillicum Area Hotel Deals

Robin Hood Inn & Suites
Cozy old ,quiet nut safe and friendly
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown
Clean room but no housekeeping...it is only once every 3 days or so.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

The Vic, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Rooms were nice and clean and updated. The games room is great for teams and kids
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
Enjoyed the GP again, especially the convenience of the location and access to the fitness facility. Floors are a bit creaky, which is a bit surprising for newer construction, but the staff were helpful in addressing a noise concern.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Lovely, well-appointed room, very clean. Beds were comfortable and we had a lovely view from the 12th floor.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Fairmont Empress
Swimming pool was fab!!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Gorge -Tillicum Area

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.

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.

Victoria West
Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

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

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.

Songhees
When in Songhees, you can plan a visit to Chinatown and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.


