Things to do in Vancouver Island

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Tofino showing tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
British Columbia Parliament Building which includes heritage architecture, a park and night scenes
Port Alberni featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and a sunset
Englishman River Falls Provincial Park featuring forests and a bridge
Sooke which includes a sunset and a pebble beach

Vancouver Island Attractions

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Things to Do in Vancouver Island with Kids

There are loads of incredible experiences in Vancouver Island that the entire gang will get a buzz out of. These are some of the top family friendly experiences around.


 

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Victoria which includes a city, street scenes and a house

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(796 area reviews)

Downtown Victoria boasts a lively atmosphere with movie theatres, stage theatres, hotels, and various dining options. Explore tourist attractions like Bastion Square, Centennial Square, and the historic Chinatown.

Downtown Victoria
Victoria Harbour featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbor

Inner Harbour

Spend time at the water’s edge and still be in the city’s core. You’ll find many attractions and things to do while walking in this picturesque area.

Inner Harbour
Victoria showing a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(513 area reviews)

You can explore vibrant attractions like Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf Park, and the Royal British Columbia Museum in this area near Victoria's Inner Harbour. Accessible via Belleville Street and other main roads, it also offers a HeliJet terminal and a US ferries terminal.

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Esquimalt

Southern tip of Vancouver Island hosts Esquimalt, a municipality with a rich naval history and heritage sites like Craigflower farmhouse and schoolhouse. Explore the area along the historic Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway.

Esquimalt
The largest urban forest on the Saanich Peninsula.

Saanich East

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Saanich East, you might make a stop by sights like Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course.

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Saanich West

While there might not be top attractions in Saanich West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Princess Louisa Inlet and Uptown Center.

Saanich West

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Vancouver Island on a sunny day?
What to do in Vancouver Island on a rainy day?
If it's raining cats and dogs out there, try out some indoor activities, like a Plaza Premium Lounge at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or a Vancouver Airport Same Day Luggage Services.
What should I not miss in Vancouver Island?
If you'd like to see the best of this destination, add these attractions to your itinerary:

  • Butchart Gardens
  • University of Victoria
  • British Columbia Parliament Building
  • Fisgard Lighthouse

Are there cheap things to do in Vancouver Island?
What can you do in Vancouver Island for free?
You could store your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these great attractions can be seen for nothing:

  • University of Victoria
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
  • Chesterman Beach
  • Sooke Harbour