Gonzales Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.

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.

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

Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer
Our pick of the best Gonzales Hotel Deals

Hotel Grand Pacific
N/A
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Fairmont Empress
Recommend
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Hot tub was lit
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Old but clean. Suite doors aren’t great and sound projects from the hallway when noisy people walk by. Run some background noise in your room like the tv or wear earplugs to sleep if you can.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Strathcona Hotel
Nice staff
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

The Oswego Hotel
Great room and location to downtown
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gonzales

Rockland
Rockland is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Government House and Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while in the area.

Fairfield
Unique features of Fairfield include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Cook Street Village or Ross Bay Cemetery while you're exploring the area.

Fernwood
While visiting Fernwood, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and West Coast Trail.

Harris Green
While visiting Harris Green, you might make a stop by sights like Lower Johnson Street and Antique Row.

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.

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.
Gonzales Travel Guide
- Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
 - Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal
 - Butchart Gardens
 - Royal Jubilee Hospital
 - Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal
 - British Columbia Parliament Building
 - Bear Mountain Golf Club
 - Fisherman's Wharf Park
 - Camosun College - Interurban Campus
 - Craigdarroch Castle
 - Beacon Hill Park
 - MayFair Shopping Centre
 - Victoria Butterfly Gardens
 - Olympic View Golf Club
 - Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
 

