Gulf Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Government Street featuring a city, a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Gulf Islands
British Columbia Parliament Building featuring heritage architecture, a fountain and a park
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Where to stay in Gulf Islands

Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Victoria
Victoria Harbour which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

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.

Inner Harbour
Victoria featuring a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(28 area reviews)

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.

James Bay
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Saanich East

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

Saanich East
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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.

Saanich West
Beacon Hill Park showing general coastal views and kite surfing

Fairfield

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Fairfield
Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is 7.588.915 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
7.588.915 ₫
8.891.172 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,226 reviews)
"We stayed in 4 other hotels during our adventures on Vancouver Island and the Fairmont was the best for Cleanliness, helpful staff, bed comfort and amenities. It costs equivalent to a neighbouring property that we found disappointing. Walk to pretty much everything you want from here and the grounds ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Fairmont Empress
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,378 reviews)
"The room looked over the bike path which had lots of trees. It was nice and quiet. The room needs at least one more chair so that you and a guest can eat at the desk/table together"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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Red Lion Inn and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is 5.628.952 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
5.628.952 ₫
6.594.883 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,518 reviews)
"Extremely convenient to downtown and all central areas. Lovely facility with very clean and well maintained rooms. Worth the price."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
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The Parkside Hotel & Spa

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,000 reviews)
"Our room was a suite (with balcony), and it was the nicest suite I have ever stayed at besides Toledo (Spain) and the most prestigious hotel suite in San Francisco, CA. It was 2.5 blocks easy walk to the Harbor and the Empress where we had high tea reservations. The staff (immigrants from Philippines ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

3.5 out of 5
315 Robinson Road, Salt Spring Island, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards ...
9/10 Wonderful! (319 reviews)
"Love the is cottage! Good for families and friends to share"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
Tudor Cottage

Tudor Cottage

3 out of 5
1044 Belmont Avenue, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly holiday home in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Victoria Harbour and Victoria ...
Tudor Enchantment
"A lovely Victorian home with such character. Owners are very welcoming and keep the cottage very clean."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2018

Tudor Cottage
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Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour showing a bay or harbour and heritage architecture

Victoria Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Harbour. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Victoria Harbour
Royal BC Museum which includes interior views

Royal BC Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Royal BC Museum during your trip to Victoria. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Royal BC Museum
Government Street featuring street scenes, a small town or village and a house

Government Street

During your visit to Victoria, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Government Street. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Government Street
Victoria Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a house and a coastal town

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf

Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Fisherman's Wharf. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
British Columbia Parliament Building which includes night scenes, an administrative building and heritage architecture

British Columbia Parliament Building

British Columbia Parliament Building is just one of the places to see in Victoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

British Columbia Parliament Building
Victoria featuring street scenes, a house and a city

Chinatown

During your trip to Victoria, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinatown. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Chinatown

Cities near Gulf Islands

Port Alberni which includes a marina

Nanaimo

Victoria

Victoria

Sidney

Sidney

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