Things to do

“Within a 20 minute stroll of Poet's Retreat, the Old City Quarter has some beautiful character buildings that house some great restaurants, coffee shops, specialty shops. A local favourite is Astera's for some excellent Greek food (you'll need a reservation here on weekends), Milton Street Public House, Coaches and Horses English-style pub. And load up on cheeses and specialty food items at McLeans while you're here!”

“Superstore has clothing, dishes, camping gear you name it! Pharmacy and all those medical needs and personal items. Groceries, meat, seafood, dairy, bakery, produce, natural and organic products”

“Also known as the Avalon . Take the 19 or 19A to Aulds road to access this theater.”

“Really nice community pool with 3 waterslides, kids splash park, hot tub, sauna, gym. Family passes are $20 and it is a awesome way to spend a winter day. ”

“Right in Nanaimo Harbour - 2 restuarants in one building plus an outdoor patio in the summer. Live entertainment upstairs on weekends. Watch the boats come and go and the seaplanes land. and takle off! Make sure you ask for a window seat! Take a walk along the waterfront. 25 minute walk from Century Kee. ”

“Great little spot to walk in the forest or learn about Nanaimo's industrial heritage. One of Nanaimo's larger parks that has trails and bridges leading to the Dam.”

“This is located downtown and is a car ferry as well. You will need a car to drive around over there.”

“Swimming, Kayaking or any non motor water sports are perfect on these calm waters. Watch the ferries go in and out of the bay as you take a stroll along the sea wall, picnic, play in the playground or enjoy a cup of Joe across the street. Tennis courts, sports fields and children's spray park also located across the street. ”

“Westwood Lake has a 5km walk/hike around the lake. Most of the walk is flat with some slight slopes at the end. ”

“Mahal House This wonderful restaurant is close to the crow and gate, just a few minutes past the Crow and Gate. It is a peach colored house just on the corner as you enter the town of Cedar. Reservations are recommended. ”