Points of Interest

Set on the shore of Esquimalt Lagoon in Colwood and surrounded by gardens and mature forest, Hatley Castle is a spectacular landmark.

Colwood is home to the first lighthouse on Canada's West Coast

Set on a beautiful wide open waterfront park, step back in time touring bunkers and batteries amid spectacular sea and mountain views

Stroll through the stunning Hatley Gardens: the romantic Italian Garden, the peaceful Japanese Garden, the formal Rose Garden and more.

The National Migratry Bird Sanctuary is home to a wide variety of birds and marine life. See herons, oyster catchers, sandpipers, ducks, geese, swans and more.

Dedicated in 1913, the building of the church was championed by local families on land donated by Arthur Peatt

The Colwood Pioneer Cemetery is nestled between St. John the Baptist Heritage Church and Hatley Memorial Gardens in Colwood. It's a peaceful place, shaded by oak trees, where wildflowers grow among the graves.

Used as an ammunition depot in the 1800s, this National Historic Site is now a peaceful stop for kayakers.

Displaying artifacts of the history of firefighting in Colwood, the museum also promotes fire safety awareness.

Colwood is proud to be the chosen location for this public facility designed to safeguard and raise awareness about the history of our Province.