Church of Our Lord 🇨🇦

If you are exploring Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, you will want to add the historic Church of Our Lord to your travel itinerary. Located at 626 Blanshard Street, this remarkable place of worship offers a fascinating glimpse into the area's rich architectural and religious heritage. Built between 1866 and 1870, this historic building stands out as a distinctive Carpenter Gothic church, a design style that makes it a compelling destination for visitors interested in historic Canadian architecture.

Because of its deep historical significance and unique structure, it has been designated as an official National Historic Site of Canada. When you visit, you can appreciate a site with a deep background in church history. At its beginning, the church was affiliated with the Reformed Episcopal Church, which later became a member of the Anglican Church in North America upon its creation in 2009.

Furthering its legacy, the church merged in 2012 with a local congregation of the Anglican Network in Canada, moving to the jurisdiction of that diocese, which is now renamed the Anglican Diocese of Canada. Whether you are admiring its status as a National Historic Site of Canada or exploring its address at 626 Blanshard Street, you will enjoy discovering this historic 1860s Carpenter Gothic treasure in Victoria.

What to see at Church of Our Lord

• Designated National Historic Site of Canada
• Built between 1866 and 1870
• Historic Carpenter Gothic architectural style
• Located at 626 Blanshard Street in Victoria
• Affiliated with the Anglican Diocese of Canada

Visiting tips

Head to 626 Blanshard Street in Victoria to see this historic National Historic Site of Canada in person.

How long: 1 hour · Best time: Daytime

How to get there & what’s nearby

Church of Our Lord is easy to reach on Victoria’s public transport, and pairs naturally with St. Andrew's Cathedral and Royal British Columbia Museum. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Victoria travel guide.