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Food scene
Parksville: Discover a new twist on your old favourites and enjoy the city’s best lounge - both are the perfect place to sit back and relax over a fine wine, craft beer, signature cocktail, specialty coffee or soothing cup of tea.
https://tigh-na-mara.com/dine/cedars-restaurant-lounge
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Cedars Restaurant & Lounge
1155 Resort DrParksville: Discover a new twist on your old favourites and enjoy the city’s best lounge - both are the perfect place to sit back and relax over a fine wine, craft beer, signature cocktail, specialty coffee or soothing cup of tea.
https://tigh-na-mara.com/dine/cedars-restaurant-lounge
In Nanaimo. Probably the best sushi on the west coast! Casual dining. Open for lunch & dinner. Reservations recommended.
https://www.nanaimonori.com
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Nori Japanese Restaurant
6750 N Island HwyIn Nanaimo. Probably the best sushi on the west coast! Casual dining. Open for lunch & dinner. Reservations recommended.
https://www.nanaimonori.com
Realm is artful cooking done right. Using locally- sourced, seasonal ingredients we bring robust flavour and colour to your plate. Wholesome, hearty, imaginative food for everyone.
Down town Parksville.
https://realmfoodco.com
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Realm Food Co.
180 Craig StRealm is artful cooking done right. Using locally- sourced, seasonal ingredients we bring robust flavour and colour to your plate. Wholesome, hearty, imaginative food for everyone.
Down town Parksville.
https://realmfoodco.com
Coombs: Great outdoor patio. Opened in 2011 in Coombs, British Columbia, we have since become a destination for delicious food and beautiful character. Located in an Italian-inspired stucco building behind the world-famous Goats on the Roof. Great outdoor patio.
https://cuckooincoombs.com
72 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cuckoo Trattoria and Pizzeria
2310 Alberni HwyCoombs: Great outdoor patio. Opened in 2011 in Coombs, British Columbia, we have since become a destination for delicious food and beautiful character. Located in an Italian-inspired stucco building behind the world-famous Goats on the Roof. Great outdoor patio.
https://cuckooincoombs.com
In Cedar:( just south of Nanaimo) Fabulous authentic English pub. cozy fireplaces in the winter and beautiful outdoor grounds with tables in the summer. You cant make reservations, so go early and be prepared to wait a bit, as its always busy. Worth the wait.
https://crowandgate.ca
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The Crow and Gate
2313 Yellow Point Rd In Cedar:( just south of Nanaimo) Fabulous authentic English pub. cozy fireplaces in the winter and beautiful outdoor grounds with tables in the summer. You cant make reservations, so go early and be prepared to wait a bit, as its always busy. Worth the wait.
https://crowandgate.ca
Near Royston: The Ocean 7 Restaurant at the Kingfisher is wonderful.Your senses will be awakened with an unparalleled West Coast culinary experience and creative cocktails, while gazing out to the vast ocean views.
Reservations highly recommended
The spa & hydropath is also fabulous!
https://www.kingfisherspa.com
55 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Kingfisher Oceanside Resort and Spa
4330 Island Hwy SNear Royston: The Ocean 7 Restaurant at the Kingfisher is wonderful.Your senses will be awakened with an unparalleled West Coast culinary experience and creative cocktails, while gazing out to the vast ocean views.
Reservations highly recommended
The spa & hydropath is also fabulous!
https://www.kingfisherspa.com
From Nanaimo: Take the foot passenger ferry to the Dingy Dock Pub, for crab cakes or fish & chips, for a unique dining experience.
https://dinghydockpub.com
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Dinghy Dock Pub
8 Pirates LnFrom Nanaimo: Take the foot passenger ferry to the Dingy Dock Pub, for crab cakes or fish & chips, for a unique dining experience.
https://dinghydockpub.com
Great local creperie cafe that started in Ladysmith. Located in Nanaimo & Ladysmith.
https://ironworkscafe.ca
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ironworks Cafe & Creperie
200 Commercial StGreat local creperie cafe that started in Ladysmith. Located in Nanaimo & Ladysmith.
https://ironworkscafe.ca
Eve Olive offer dishes from various cultural influences, using 100% plant-based ingredients, delivering savoury tastes and creative dishes. This is the first Nanaimo vegan restaurant to offer wines, beers and cocktails. Cozy up by candlelight in the winter, or enjoy the patio on a sunny summer day. Dishes are handcrafted, plant-based, and made with love, offering 80% gluten free options, without sacrificing taste, presentation or nutrition. Come visit Nanaimo’s newest gathering place on Rutherford Hill, at Rutherford Boardwalk, open Tuesday through Saturday.
We carry a selection of wines, primarily from local wineries, local draft beer and modern cocktails, including liquor from our local distillery.
http://eveolive.com
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Eve Olive
5281 Rutherford RdEve Olive offer dishes from various cultural influences, using 100% plant-based ingredients, delivering savoury tastes and creative dishes. This is the first Nanaimo vegan restaurant to offer wines, beers and cocktails. Cozy up by candlelight in the winter, or enjoy the patio on a sunny summer day. Dishes are handcrafted, plant-based, and made with love, offering 80% gluten free options, without sacrificing taste, presentation or nutrition. Come visit Nanaimo’s newest gathering place on Rutherford Hill, at Rutherford Boardwalk, open Tuesday through Saturday.
We carry a selection of wines, primarily from local wineries, local draft beer and modern cocktails, including liquor from our local distillery.
http://eveolive.com
Sightseeing
Walk to this neighborhood beach. Great at low tide for tide pools. Great for swimming in the summer.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Beachcomber Regional Park
1330 Marina WayWalk to this neighborhood beach. Great at low tide for tide pools. Great for swimming in the summer.
Nanoose Bay: Uphill hike, with great views on a clear day.
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Notch Hill Park
Powder Point RoadNanoose Bay: Uphill hike, with great views on a clear day.
Scenic spot next to the Englishman river, with a network of easy walking trails.
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Top Bridge Park.Mountain Bike Park,
Scenic spot next to the Englishman river, with a network of easy walking trails.
In Nanoose! Wonderful rugged, neighborhood ocean front park with easy short walking trails, Just a short drive away.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moorecroft Regional Park
1563 Stewart RdIn Nanoose! Wonderful rugged, neighborhood ocean front park with easy short walking trails, Just a short drive away.
One of our favourite ways to spend a day is to go to Newcastle Island. Just a short boat ride from Nanaimo, just check the foot passenger ferry schedule before heading out. Pack a lunch & hike the extensive trail system. Several beautiful beaches, and a fantastic view point .
https://newcastleisland.ca
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Newcastle Island
One of our favourite ways to spend a day is to go to Newcastle Island. Just a short boat ride from Nanaimo, just check the foot passenger ferry schedule before heading out. Pack a lunch & hike the extensive trail system. Several beautiful beaches, and a fantastic view point .
https://newcastleisland.ca
Nanoose Bay: Overlooking the Georgia Strait, Fairwinds occupies a scenic stretch of land on the east coast of Vancouver Island. The waterfront Golf Course is an 18 hole course open year round.
https://fairwinds.ca/golf/
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Fairwinds Golf Club
3730 Fairwinds DrNanoose Bay: Overlooking the Georgia Strait, Fairwinds occupies a scenic stretch of land on the east coast of Vancouver Island. The waterfront Golf Course is an 18 hole course open year round.
https://fairwinds.ca/golf/
Parksville: Fabulous beach for strolling at low tide. Tides go way out.
165 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Provincial de la Playa Rathtrevor
1240 Rath RdParksville: Fabulous beach for strolling at low tide. Tides go way out.
Beautiful waterfront park in Parksville. Lots of shady trees in the park area. Huge beach, with shallow warm water. Boardwalk.
94 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Comunitario y Skate Park de Parksville
193 Beachside DrBeautiful waterfront park in Parksville. Lots of shady trees in the park area. Huge beach, with shallow warm water. Boardwalk.
Cathedral Grove
British Columbia 4Amazing old growth forest with trails.
Nice little forested hike with beautiful water falls. Picnic tables & washrooms.
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Parque Provincial de las Cataratas del Río Englishman
2245 Errington RoadNice little forested hike with beautiful water falls. Picnic tables & washrooms.
Spectacular waterfalls. Wonderful short hike.
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Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park
4001 Alberni HwySpectacular waterfalls. Wonderful short hike.
Between Parksville & Qualicum Beach:
Spend a few hours strolling the grounds on this coastal forest estate. Be sure to stop at the tea house for delicious food & a cup of tea.
https://milnergardens.viu.ca
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Milner Gardens & Woodland
2179 W Island Hwy WBetween Parksville & Qualicum Beach:
Spend a few hours strolling the grounds on this coastal forest estate. Be sure to stop at the tea house for delicious food & a cup of tea.
https://milnergardens.viu.ca
The Old Country Market started as a roadside fruit stand providing fresh produce to travellers heading to the west coast of Vancouver Island. Over the years it has evolved into a landmark of Coombs, with a mixture of shops and eateries for locals and visitors alike. Oh yeah, and there are goats… on the roof!
151 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Old Country Market - Goats on Roof
2326 Alberni HwyThe Old Country Market started as a roadside fruit stand providing fresh produce to travellers heading to the west coast of Vancouver Island. Over the years it has evolved into a landmark of Coombs, with a mixture of shops and eateries for locals and visitors alike. Oh yeah, and there are goats… on the roof!
Qualicum beach has some lovely boutiques, cafes, and a fabulous scenic beach front.
https://www.visitparksvillequalicumbeach.com/things-to-do/beaches/qualicum-beach/
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Qualicum Beach
Qualicum beach has some lovely boutiques, cafes, and a fabulous scenic beach front.
https://www.visitparksvillequalicumbeach.com/things-to-do/beaches/qualicum-beach/
Underground exploring/caving.
https://hornelake.com
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park
3905 Horne Lake Caves RdUnderground exploring/caving.
https://hornelake.com
Mini golf fun near the resort area in Parksville.
https://www.riptidelagoon.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-LO_-8Tx9wIVgwnnCh3ivQeREAAYASAAEgKW3vD_BwE
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf
1000 Resort DrMini golf fun near the resort area in Parksville.
https://www.riptidelagoon.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-LO_-8Tx9wIVgwnnCh3ivQeREAAYASAAEgKW3vD_BwE
The Antique Barn
3088 Henry RdIf you like antiquing, this is worth a visit!
Scenic whale watching tours from Campbell River. We went with this company & it was fantastic.
Embark on a true West Coast adventure and discover the beauty of British Columbia. Eagle Eye Adventures is the first in the world certified responsible whale watching company.
https://www.eagleeyeadventures.com
Eagle Eye Adventures
1003D K DockScenic whale watching tours from Campbell River. We went with this company & it was fantastic.
Embark on a true West Coast adventure and discover the beauty of British Columbia. Eagle Eye Adventures is the first in the world certified responsible whale watching company.
https://www.eagleeyeadventures.com
Parksville Downtown's thrift & consignment stores are one of Vancouver Island's best kept secrets. Discover forgotten treasures from times past and the fashions of today and create a style that's uniquely you.
List of thrift shops in Parksville.
https://www.parksvilledowntown.ca/parksville-shopping/thrift-consignment
The Kit and Kaboodle Trading Company
151 Harrison AvenueParksville Downtown's thrift & consignment stores are one of Vancouver Island's best kept secrets. Discover forgotten treasures from times past and the fashions of today and create a style that's uniquely you.
List of thrift shops in Parksville.
https://www.parksvilledowntown.ca/parksville-shopping/thrift-consignment
The perfect little lake for summer swimming, kayaking , paddle boarding or floating around on your inflatable. Beautiful scenery. Pack a picnic, and enjoy the day here.
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Spider Lake
The perfect little lake for summer swimming, kayaking , paddle boarding or floating around on your inflatable. Beautiful scenery. Pack a picnic, and enjoy the day here.