Guidebook for Nanaimo
Entertainment & Activities
Airhouse Nanaimo
4381 Boban DrJump to your heart's content :)
Romper Room Indoor Rock Climbing Centre
4385 Boban DrIf it's on your bucket list....
AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!
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Skydive Vancouver Island
1515 Island Highway EastIf it's on your bucket list....
AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!
WildPlay Nanaimo
35 Nanaimo River RdParks & Nature
Ammonite Falls
Be prepared for a workout of 280+ stairs to come back up...but the view from the beach is worth it :)
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Blueback Beach Access
6300 Icarus DrBe prepared for a workout of 280+ stairs to come back up...but the view from the beach is worth it :)
Chesterman Beach
Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park
3669 Rock City RdStunning views from the top. Be prepared for climate changes and dress appropriately. Stay on marked trails.
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Mount Benson
Stunning views from the top. Be prepared for climate changes and dress appropriately. Stay on marked trails.
Mount Tzouhalem
Keep a lookout for marine life including whales! Beautiful spot to walk and capture incredible sunrises and sunsets.
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Parque Neck Point
1055 Morningside DrKeep a lookout for marine life including whales! Beautiful spot to walk and capture incredible sunrises and sunsets.
Notch Hill Park
Powder Point Road
Parksville Beaches
385 Bay Ave
Pipers Lagoon Park
3600 Place RdOne of Nanaimo's jewels
Parque Provincial de la Playa Rathtrevor
1240 Rath Rd
Westwood Lake
7-10km walking/running loop around this beautiful lake.
Drinks & Nightlife
Arbutus Distillery
1890 Boxwood RdTry the purple gin :)
Browns Socialhouse Nanaimo North
6338 Metral DrCactus Club Cafe
5800 Turner RdLongwood Brew Pub
5775 Turner RdWhite Sails Brewing
125 Comox RdFern + Cedar Brewing Company
Rocking Horse Pub
2038 Sanders RdSightseeing
Walk the seawall, grab a coffee/tea/ice cream and enjoy the sights along the marina; souvenir shops; Harbour Air Sea Planes operate from here; large children's play area; ferry to Newcastle Island and Protection Island (Dingy Dock Pub).
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Swy-A-Lana Lagoon Fishing Pier
Walk the seawall, grab a coffee/tea/ice cream and enjoy the sights along the marina; souvenir shops; Harbour Air Sea Planes operate from here; large children's play area; ferry to Newcastle Island and Protection Island (Dingy Dock Pub).
Arts & Culture
Gabriola Island
Nanaimo Art Gallery
150 Commercial StPort Theatre
125 Front StSalt Spring Island
Essentials
Pomme Natural Market Nanaimo
6560 Metral DrOrganic goods
Local produce
Eat Fresh Urban Market
164 Bagshaw StShopping/Souvenirs
For all things Island-ish! Decor, clothing, jewellery, soaps and candles. Something for everyone!
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Island-ish Lifestyle Boutique
5299 Rutherford RdFor all things Island-ish! Decor, clothing, jewellery, soaps and candles. Something for everyone!
Flying Fish
180 Commercial St