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Fisherman's Wharf
From dining to sailing, it's all available at Fisherman's Wharf, only minutes from downtown Victoria.
Address: Inner Harbour Victoria BC
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Murals of Port Alberni
Scattered around the streets of Port Alberni are the colourful Murals of Port Alberni. Created by two local artists, these 18 paintings make walking around the streets of Port Alberni an interesting adventure. |
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Jaw Bones of a Blue Whale
The impressive 20-foot jawbones of a blue whale can be seen in the centre of Coal Harbour, where they are exhibited.
Address: . Coal Harbour BC
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Nuu-chah-nulth Archaeological Sites
Long before the first European settlers came to the Pacific Rim of North American, there were the Nuu-chah-nulth people, a rich and diverse tribal band who left their imprint throughout what is now the Pacific Rim National Park. Today, over 290 significant native archaeological sites are scattered throughout the Pacific Rim region.
Address: Pacific Rim National Park, 2185 Ocean Terrace Road Ucluelet BC Canada V0R 3A0
 Send an Email  1 250 726-7721
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Chemainus World Famous Murals
Strolling around the small town of Chemainus means visiting the world's largest outdoor art gallery. Huge heritage murals by international artists adorn buildings all over town, depicting the community's history, people and future. Information about the murals and artists can be obtained from the local chamber of commerce.
Address: Island Highway 19, Chemainus BC CAN V0R 1K0
1 250 246-3944
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World's Tallest Totem Pole
Alert Bay boasts the world's tallest totem pole, at 53m (173 ft), in two pieces, and carved by six Kwakwaka'wakw artists. The figures on the pole represent various tribes of the Kwakwaka'wakw.
Address: . Alert Bay BC
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Mt. Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve
This unique attraction is a UNESCO sanctioned scientific marvel. The mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Reserve is a mini-ecosystem located outside of Parksville BC that is teeming with diverse species of plants and wildlife. This is one of only 11 biospheres in Canada.
Address: . Mt. Arrowsmith BC Canada V9P 2G4
Send an Email (2)
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Saanichton Christmas Tree and Ostrich Farm
This unique farm features Christmas trees that visitors can choose and cut down themselves during the winter season. Also featured are three ostrich pens and an array of fruit, vegetables, flowers and culinary herbs. The farm is open to public tours.
Address: 8231 East Saanich Road Saanichton BC V8M 1T5
Send an Email (1) 1 250 652-3345
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HMCS Cape Breton
This historic navel vessel met its demise in 2001 when it was intentionally sunk. These days, the ship serves as one of the most fascinating dive spots in the world. The sight is often explored by numerous dive operators in Nanaimo.
Address: . Nanaimo BC Canada
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Nightmares Entertainment
Nightmares Entertainment presents an assortment of haunted attractions, each with its own eerie story. Visitors can expect to be frightened as they walk down Trounce Alley to visit Canada's last executioner. Or, visitors can be spooked as they enter The Unknown. Another attraction entails visitors to help Madame Isabella face the evil spirits that have captured her soul.
Address: 1215 Government Street Victoria BC CAN V8W 1Y6
1 250 388-4024
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World's Largest Yellow Cedar
Sayward boasts the world's largest yellow cedar tree, at 61 m (200 ft) tall and 13 m (42 ft) in circumference. The tree is no longer standing, but it still remains on its side on the forest floor, where visitors can get a good appreciation of the tree's size.
Address: . Sayward BC
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The Browning Wall
Considered by many to be one of the best dive spots in the world, this underwater shelf is a must-see. It's common to see a variety of marine wildlife, including longfin sculpins, red Irish lords, Puget Sound king crabs, rockfish and even the occasional octopus.
Address: . Port Hardy BC Canada
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Pacific Undersea Gardens
Explore the world under the sea. Pacific Undersea Gardens, located in Victoria's inner harbour, offers visitors a look at marine life by visiting a display that is 5 metres (15 feet) underwater where more than 5,000 animal species inhabit.
Address: 490 Belleville Street Victoria BC Canada V8V 1W9
Send an Email (14) 1 250 382-5717
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Seaview Game Farm
170 acre oceanfront farm. This attraction includes a petting zoo, picnic area, on-site accommodation (bedroom suites or tipis) and conference facilties. Farm tours available Wednesday thru Sunday. On-site farm store providing organic vegetables, gifts and coffee shop. Kids summer day camps and cooking school is also offered.
Address: 1392 Seaview Road Black Creek BC V9J 1J7
Send an Email 1 250 337-5182
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Port Alice Hatchery
While there are no regular tours of this fish hatchery, visitors are welcome to look around and catch a glimpse of Chum, Coho and Chinook Salmon. Peak spawning occurs in October.
Address: . Port Alice BC
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Pacific Northwest Raptors Ltd
Pacific Northwest Raptors Ltd features birds of prey flying demonstrations, held twice daily during summer. This visitor & falconry centre also offers guided tours, falconry courses, and kids spring break & summer camps. Open April 1-Oct 31, daily from 11:00am to 4:30pm.
Address: 1877 Herd Road Duncan BC Canada V9L 5W4
Send an Email (3) 1 250 746-0372
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World's Largest Hockey Stick
Created in 1985, this mammoth wood and steel replica of a hockey stick and puck weighs 28,118 kg (61,000 lb). It was originally built for display at Expo '86 World's Fair Exposition in Vancouver, later donated to Duncan by the Government of British Columbia. The structure can be seen outside the Cowichan Community Centre.
Address: 2687 James Street Duncan BC V9L 2X5
Send an Email 1 250 748-7529
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Martin Mars Water Bombers
Look up to the sky during the summer in Port Alberni, and visitors might catch a glimpse of the famous Martin Mars Water Bombers, the world's largest flying boats ever flown operationally. These planes are now used to fight forest fires.
Address: RR#3 Lakeshore Road Port Alberni BC
Send an Email 1 250 723-6225
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Miniature World
One of the most popular tourist attractions in downtown Victoria. Over 80 exciting miniature displays including the World's Smallest Operational Sawmill, two of the World's Largest Doll Houses (circa 1880), the Great Canadian Railway, the Wonderful World of the Circus, the Enchanted Valley of Castles and Space 2201 AD. Further adventures, tiny treasures and little pleasures await all who continue into Frontier Land, Fantasy Land, the Fields of Glory, the World of Dickens and Olde London Towne of 1670.
Address: 649 Humboldt Street Victoria BC V8W 1A7
Send an Email (23) 1 250 385-9731
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Blackfish Archipelago
Discover this marine ecosystem in Telegraph Cove. Several types of whales can be found in its waters including killer, humpback, minke and grey. Other species found in the ecosystem include otters, sea lions, seals and dolphins.
Address: . Telegraph Cove BC Canada
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Totem poles
Visitors to this historic community can view the many totem poles, that were constructed by the local First Nations people.
Address: . Fort Rupert BC
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Mill Bay Marina on the Saanich Inlet
Full service marina located in the Saanich Inlet across from Patricia Bay. Mountain and ocean views, abundant sea life. Transient and permanent moorage.
Open 12 months a year. Fishing and bare boat charters available.
Address: 740 Handy Road Mill Bay Mill Bay BC V0R 2P0
1 250 743-4112
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Nakwakto Rapids
Located in the Seymour Inlet, the Nakwakto Rapids are the fastest in the world. The passing rapids can be felt in the ground from the safe shores of Tumble Island.
Address: . Tumble Island BC Canada
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The Scratch Patch
The Scratch Patch is a popular family attraction, with over 125,000 visitors
a year. Set in an outdoor garden on the Sidney waterfront, visitors collect gemstones and shells, or try their hand in the gold panning pools. In summer, there's also the DinoDig, a real fossil excavation site.
Address: 9891 Seaport Place Sidney BC V8L 4X3
Send an Email (2) 205 655-GEMS
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Government Wharf
This spot is considered a great fishing and crabby location by locals. Boats can also be moored here.
Address: Base of Maple Avenue Sooke BC
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