Nanaimo Travel Guide
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Welcome to Nanaimo!
Located on Vancouver Island, 111 km (69 mi) north of Victoria, Nanaimo, British Columbia, has become another popular destination for those leaving the mainland. This former mining community has been transformed into an all-purpose destination, offering a mixture of natural attractions, recreational opportunities and historical significance. Surrounded by mountains, lakes and a seasonal rain forest, this area offers dozens of outdoor activities. Kayakers can often be spotted paddling throughout Nanaimo's protected harbour. Visitors also flock to the area every fall to witness one of nature's most compelling struggles—the annual salmon run. The secluded nature of the area allows for exceptional opportunities to view a variety of wildlife. Reward yourself after a day of adventure with a pint at Canada's only floating pub, Dinghy Dock Floating Marine Pub. Nanaimo is also home to a major BC Ferries terminal linking Nanaimo and Vancouver, located at Duke Point. Visit the travel guides for Victoria, Tofino and Salt Spring Island for information about visitor destinations near Nanaimo.
Tourist Attractions
Visitors of the Nanaimo District Museum are invited to learn about Nanaimo's fascinating past through the eyes of its first residents up to its modern-day inhabitants.
Hotels & Motels
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Nanaimo, this Ramada is just minutes from North America's first legal bungee jumping bridge and Canada's only floating pub.
Tour Operators
Join award winning photographer Peter Llewellyn for a wildlife and nature photography workshop or field trips on Vancouver Island and worldwide.
Current & Upcoming Events [ View All ]
Looking for something to do in Nanaimo? Check out these current and upcoming events. If you know of an event that is not listed in the travel guide, please feel free to add an event listing (it's free).
- Empire Days
May 18 to May 21 » The Bastion - Ebb & Flow: Sonny Assu + Rande Cook
May 18 to May 19, May 22 to May 26, May 28 to Jun 02, Jun 04 to Jun 09, Jun 11 to Jun 16, Jun 18 to Jun 23, Jun 25 to Jun 30, Jul 03 to Jul 07, Jul 09 to Jul 14, Jul 16 to Jul 21, Jul 23 to Jul 28, Jul 30 to Aug 04, Aug 07 to Aug 11, Aug 13 to Aug 18, Aug 20 to Aug 25, Aug 27 to Sep 01 » Nanaimo Art Gallery - Campus Location - Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival
Jul 06 to Jul 08 » Maffeo-Sutton/Swy-a-Lana Lagoon Park
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