Most reviewed Points of Interest & Landmarks in British Columbia
4.5Granville Island(19.9k reviews) - Great Place Spent 1-2 hours Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Islands
This large sandbar and former industrial site is now a posh, artsy neighborhood filled with quaint shops, eateries, breweries, and year-round arts and cultural festivals. Located in False Creek, it's famous for the Granville Island Public Market where you can get fresh produce, gourmet food, and artisanal handicrafts. Visit during summer when the island is exceptionally bustling with outdoor entertainment acts, or during the holidays for twinkling festive lights. You can get to Granville Island by car by crossing the Granville Bridge. Otherwise, you can also take a scenic ferry ride, or a walking or bike tour of the waterfront. – TripadvisorSee more..
4.5The Butchart Gardens(11.5k reviews) - Wow! Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens • Scenic Walking Areas
Come enjoy our breathtaking 22 ha (55 acres) of gardens year around. In Spring, countless tulips, daffodils and hyacinths will give you a buffet of fragrances and colours. You’ll be saying “wow” when you experience our Summer: The Rose Garden, evening entertainment, subtle night illuminations, the Saturday firework show, and boat tours to name a few of the delights. Perennial borders start their stunning show in late summer, and the Japanese maples turn to russet, gold, and red in the fall. Be captivated by the Magic of Christmas with its decorations, expansive lighting and outdoor ice skating rink. Top off the day with a ride on the carousel and a great meal. Come see why we’ve been designated a National Historic Site.See more..
SEE IT ALL FROM HERE! The adventure starts with a 40-second glass elevator ride, whisking you 168 meters (553 feet) up to our panoramic observation deck. From there, you’ll enjoy stunning 360° views of Vancouver’s picture-perfect sights. The Vancouver Lookout is located at the top of one of Vancouver's iconic landmarks, the Harbour Centre. Learn about our vibrant city from information panels located throughout the deck, or follow the complimentary self-guided audio tour. Discover the ideal vantage point for historic Gastown, Coal Harbour, the city’s bustling downtown core, and of course the world-famous Stanley Park, all at the Vancouver Lookout. Buy your tickets online to ensure that a visit to the Lookout is part of your Vancouver experience.See more..
My favorite experience st the Empress is the house dog on site. ALSO we saw hummingbirds in the flowers. Our group went for high tea priced at 90$ per person. It was incredible. The environment was noisy and the piano player added to that. Great service. Water taxis and sea planes across from the hotel. Went for a conference. We stayed at a condo downtown. The food served at conference was ok. Lots of salmon. Desserts were good.See more..
4.0Steam Clock(1.709 reviews) - Worth Seeking Out Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Steam Clock "performs" on the quarter hour with a full performance on the hour. It is the last stop on the hop on- hop off tour and a short walk down from Canada Place.. It attracts a fair sized audience and is quite impressive, It should not be missed if you are visiting Vancouver.See more..
4.0Robson Street(1.596 reviews) - Plenty to shop for, eat or watch Points of Interest & Landmarks
Vancouver's premier shopping boulevard is lined with restaurants serving food from all over the world.See more..
4.5Brockton Point Totem Pole(1.278 reviews) - A Reminder of the Important Contribution of the First Nations Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Tourist alert - you will have to go a loooooooooong way to find an exhibition of this quantity, or quality, or both. There are numerous poles, each with its own story, and a newer statue type exhibit of indigenous art. Gift shop people are quite capable of answering your questions, or recommending a book that will. Great selfie stop. If you don't have time to do everything that Stanley Park has to offer, make sure this is on your short list. I enjoyed the art and learning a bit of history; and I strongly suspect you will too.See more..
4.5Ogden Point Terminal & Breakwater(927 reviews) - The view helped me put things into perspective Spent More than 3 hours Marinas • Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Definitely add this to your itinerary when visiting Victoria. It's a bit of a long walk from the start of the walkway to the furthest end where the lighthouse is situated, but absolutely worth it. The view is both spectacular and calming, especially in the late afternoons. Sitting on the bench beneath the lighthouse, gazing out into the vast expanse of water made me introspective Dress appropriately as it can be windy and chilly, depending on the time of year you visit. I went early May, and luckily was layered up so I didn't have to boycott my walk. Also, this is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, so it can be crowded sometimes.See more..
4.5White Rock Pier(599 reviews) - Really beautiful but to many people Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks
We were here in July and there were too many people on the pier no one practicing social distancing. You would have to constantly move aside to keep the distance. But it was really nice to walk out at sunset and watch the sunset. It was quite a long walk. You can feel the difference between the older parts compared to the newer parts that were replaced. You feel more movement on the older part. If you are in WR definitely take a walk out on this pier the ocean sunset is really beautiful.See more..
4.5Fort Langley National Historic Site(454 reviews) - Wonderful event! Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Experience the excitement of the early West Coast fur trade at Fort Langley and stand in the spot where BC was proclaimed a British colony in 1858. Explore the scenic fort - built by the Hudson’s Bay Company in 1827 - where fur traders once exchanged furs, salmon and cranberries with Indigenous communities. Fort Langley is packed with interactive displays and activities for the whole family, including a children's play area. Watch blacksmithing, barrel-making and baking demonstrations, or pan for gold and laugh along with an interpretive program. Additional experiences include overnight stays in a furnished oTENTik, audio tours, and special events. Free parking. Walking distance to Fort Langley village where you can explore shops museums, walking trails and dining. Please see our website for current COVID-19 details.See more..
4.5Baker Street(438 reviews) - Interesting shops, great food and coffee Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
So many coffee shops to choose from. International cafes. We were surprised by the selection. Great bookshops to look through. Second hand and antique shops. Clothing shops too. Really easy to spend a couple of hours there. One of the region's best craft and arts shop, just had to buy some gifts there.If you go on a Wednesday morning there is a street market, local produce and gift items.See more..
4.5Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge(336 reviews) - Amazing Work Of Art! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges
My wife and I were in town to celebrate our 17th Anniversary. The last time we stayed in Golden was three years ago and we had strolled down the street just next to this bridge without even knowing we were so close...so this time we purposely went to the Golden Spirit Square and explored the pedestrian bridge. It's an amazing work of art and the interesting colour of the Kicking Horse River seems to make the wood stand out even more. There is a walking path connected to this structure and food, coffee, gas, shopping, are all seconds away. We will be here again!See more..
5.0The Book Shop(308 reviews) - Plan to stay here for several hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
This is the most iconic book store I know of. The rooms is packed floor to ceiling with books of all genres. You can spend hours here hunting for your favourite authors and find new and exciting books. No matter the subject, they will have it!See more..
4.0New Westminster Quay(266 reviews) - Great Stay At the Quay Points of Interest & Landmarks
Front desk staff were all very helpful and willing to make sure our stay here was pleasant. We really enjoyed our stay here and will most likely will return. The Expo train line is right there at New West Minister station a short walk over to the hotel Nice and quite hotel never had an issue what so ever. Loved this hotel we can't say enough good things about the INN at the QuaySee more..
The International Buddhist Temple is one of the largest Buddhist temples in North America, housing the largest Buddhist statue on the continent and the largest Buddhist mural in the world.See more..
5.0Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay(145 reviews) - Outstanding musuem Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Educational sites • History Museums
Through the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay we celebrate the living culture of the Haida. Through our language, art and stories we share our relationship with the land and sea that which shapes, nourishes and sustains us. Kay Llnagaay protects and fosters Haida culture by reaffirming our traditions and beliefs, encouraging artistic expression, and serving as a keeper of all that we are. Kay Llnagaay is a place for the Haida voice to be heard. The Haida Gwaii Museum opened in 1976 and continues to build an international reputation for showcasing Haida historical and contemporary art, All-Island artists and an outstanding collection of objects, artifacts and scientific material culture. The Museum is committed to encouraging and facilitating creative dialogue and exploring a more holistic and critical view of the multiple and diverse ways of understanding Haida Gwaii — home to one of the most prominent Northwest Coast First Nations cultures (Haida), and rich ecosystems in Canada.See more..
4.0The Hope Slide(127 reviews) - Amazing B.C. Historic Site Points of Interest & Landmarks
Driving through this section of B.C spotted all the pull-out info and decided to check out the info displays.They explain the time this event happened and mention the people caught in the disaster.You can see the areas devastated by the slide.It makes you want to learn more about this event as well as the area. I recommend this site to all tourists and residents passing this area.Very important historical event and 6 kilometers east is the former Japanese internment camp called Tashme which has restored buildings and a museum.They have a website with opening dates and times.There is hiking maps at Sunshine Valley R.V.Site for the many trails in this area.Allow some time to visit these great spots!See more..
4.5Mile 0 Post(109 reviews) - Stopped in and saw it Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Not to be confused with the Mile 0 Cairn, the Mile Zero Post is located downtown Dawson Creek at 102 Avenue and 10 Street. It marks Mile "0 " on the Alaska Highway (1 block south of the Station Museum). The Mile Post was erected in 1946.See more..
If you visit Whistler you must make time to do this. Allow plenty of time. It can take a lot longer to get to the top of the mountain than advertised and the suspension bridge and viewing platform open later and close earlier than the gondolas. We visited as it opened at 11am and I would highly recommend this to avoid the queues later in the day. From the top of the gondola you then have to ride an open ski lift to the highest point. This is amazing in itself as you leave the noise from other people behind. It is silent apart from the water flowing down the mountain. It was in the middle of a heatwave when we visited but there was still un-melted snow at the top. The views are absolutely stunning. Use mosquito spray before heading up, they are rife at the top of the gondola.See more..
4.0Cape Mudge Lighthouse(90 reviews) - Not a lot to see. Only a "Fly by" Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lighthouses
The lighthouse is well maintained and picturesque but the gates are locked and you can only view from a distance. There are no information plaques either to give information on history and function. For the island a real opportunity missed as it seems to have many visitors and there were similar mumblings from family membersSee more..
4.5Wait for Me Daddy Sculpture(71 reviews) - Noticable New West BC attraction. Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
I was in New Westminster in Monday Afternoon when I had some spare time before an important appointment.I saw this Sculpture & had to take a few photos it's a popular site for people that are visiting Downtown New Westminster or The Quay to hang out at. See more..
5.0Kunamokst Mural(46 reviews) - Amazing Points of Interest & Landmarks
200 artists from along the west coat and across the country all contributed to this stunning 11 foot by 21 foot mural. This is at the Galiano Inn and Spa and you can buy copies of it. It's beautiful. See more..
4.0Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park(44 reviews) - OLD bridge and HELPING a Broken down Truck | VANCITY ADVENTURE Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges • Parks
Vancity Adventure a youtuber. You know we all get stuck in a rut in life. getting out and making your self one with nature is a great way to relax and unwind. Today we traveled from Lillooet back home finding an old bridge and being cut off by a train.See more..
4.5Historic Greenwood(39 reviews) - Always a Pleasant Stop Along the Highway Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
Tucked alongside Highway 3 you will find Greenwood BC. Once a smelting boom town and then a Japanese internment camp, it now remains a quaint, historic little town between Midway and Grand Forks. There are lots of museums and antique shops to stroll through, and all the stores are in keeping with the historic theme. We most enjoyed the Tarnished Turkey Cappuccino bar that greets you as you come into town from the west. Upon entering the store you are immediately greeted with the wonderful aroma of roasted coffee beans. After ordering and tasting our cappuccinos, they are definitely the best we've had in a long time. The town's claim to fame is its water. Touted as the best around. Is this the secret to their coffee? In addition to coffee, and muffins, etc., they also sell unique gifts and jewelry. Make the stop. It's definitely worth the time.See more..
Right on Hwy 16 in Houston B.C... It is pretty cool...Claims in its current configuration you can catch a 300 pound fish... In the same park are a few other sites, including a silver grinding wheel, a dog run, and ev charging stations..See more..
4.0Walk of Stars Murals(26 reviews) - Interesting to see them all Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks
Mural Digital Tours. Itineraries for Destination Mural Tours and Experiences. Go to the website for more information and itinerariesSee more..
Our family spent some time there this summer ... interesting art, jewellery and lots of historical information.See more..
5.0Petroglyph Galley(24 reviews) - A must do tour of pertroglyphs Points of Interest & Landmarks
This was a very enjoyable and worthwhile tour. At first we were reluctant because it seemed a bit expensive but our group of four found it well-worth the cost and one of the most enjoyable activities of our trip. The petroglyphs were amazing. And the presentation by our guide Tuqa was the highlight. He was very knowledgeable about the petroglyphs and local legends but also shared interesting stories about his childhood and about customs of the Nuxult. Tuqa was very engaging and engendered respect for Nuxult and what they are working to accomplish. The trip is worth your time.See more..
4.0Two Rivers Gallery(24 reviews) - makers lab Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Art Museums
Two Rivers Gallery is a vital centre for visual art in Prince George and the central interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is run by the nonprofit Prince George Regional Art Gallery Association with a mission to: •Encourage lifelong learning through the arts, •Create an environment for vigorous artistic and cultural expression and •Provide opportunities for diverse experiences through participation and exhibition.See more..
3.5Wells Gray Provincial Park(23 reviews) - Getting Some Information Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts
Before leaving Clearwater we visited this visitor centre to get some information for the area. Friendly staff and very helpful. We did visit the Spahat Creek Falls as the staff told us about it. There is so many thing to buy in this visitor centre, not only souvenirs.There's a snack corner, too.See more..
4.5Tranquility Studios(22 reviews) - So much more than a model train! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
An INTERACTIVE model railway show where YOU get to operate the trains. It's great fun for the whole family with both indoor and outdoor layouts. Allow around 30-40 mins for the full show. There are also pets to meet and feed.See more..
We attended 2 different concerts this past year the cultural center is a wonderful and comfortable. If any one has the chance to attend a function it will be worth your time. See more..
4.0Eagle Run(18 reviews) - Bald Eagle International Convention every Fall - do not miss!!! Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
This is one of the most amazing nature thrills imaginable. Virtually an uncountable amount ofBald Eagles feeding, preening, socializing and probably making plans that are up to no good :-) Seriously, this is the largest congregation of Bald Eagles in North America. Go to Squamish from Vancouver (about an hour) and then find Eagle Run - all the locals know where it. And it costs NOTHING, as in zilch, nada, free!!!See more..
4.0Brewery District(18 reviews) - My dentist is there! Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Brewery District is a dynamic, progressive district offering a mix of residential high-rises, shops and office buildings.See more..
4.0Gallery 2 Grand Forks Art Gallery(15 reviews) - Lovely little shop Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops • Art Galleries • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Gallery 2 is Boundary Country’s Public Art Gallery. Featuring engaging contemporary art exhibitions, an artisanal gift shop, and a vibrant art rental program, the gallery provides visitor information and experiences to tourists and locals alike. Our engaging exhibitions will surprise and delight you and provoke conversation. We aim to present exhibits that place Grand Forks and the Boundary Region in the larger contemporary cultural context.See more..
The walking tour of Quesnel's Little People is a fun experience. Fire hydrants painted as a banker, nurse, engineer, can-can girl, Charlie Chaplin, Spiderman and on and on. The tour begins at City Hall or you can get a map and follow it on your own. See more..
5.0Frog On The Bog(13 reviews) - Frog Snot? Thursday: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
We're a toadily unique gift and coffee store. "If you think you've seen it all, we'll prove you wrong". Current retail goods at the Frog are supplied by 31 independent BC artists and artisans, including 19 from our local region! On top of that we have books from 13 independently published authors, CD's from 20 BC musicians, and purchase from 8 family run independent Canadian suppliers. Of course, that includes (6 Wells authors)(9 local artists, jewellers and clothing manufacturers) and (6 local musicians)See more..
A quick but very interesting stop. Such a unique location with a fascinating history. Very glad we stopped.See more..
4.0White Rock Gallery(12 reviews) - Well worth a visit! Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks
As my very discerning father said.....he would put almost anything from the gallery on his walls. And so would I. And there is a lovely collection of sculptures as well. The staff is lovely and I would encourage anyone to go....and to go back again and again if you live here as it is always changing.See more..
4.5MV Tarahne(11 reviews) - Back in Time Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Ships
I've attended a variety of events held in the MV Tarahne. It's a lovely, quirky and quaint venue. It is kept up by a hardworking crew of volunteers: The Atlin Historical Society, and what a gift it is to the community and tourists. Inside you have stunning views of Atlin Lake and its shouldering glacial peaks. One can only imagine what it must have been like for the early travellers on the MV Tarahne. If you time your visit in June, you can attend the Tarahne Tea, an event which raises money for the continuing maintenance of the ship. Feel free to dress up: in costume from 1919 or tea with the Queen, in hats and gloves. The tea is hot and excellent and all the sandwiches, cookies, scones, cakes and other treats are homemade by the community, all served on pretty china... AND there is plenty of it. You can buy tickets in advance at the Atlin General Store. See more..
a nice way to see down town dawson creek bc ,,check out the murals and the history plaques on the walls of local businesses See more..
4.0Richmond Art Gallery(10 reviews) - A small free gallery. Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries • Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Richmond Art Gallery is the City of Richmond's Public Art Gallery, supported by the Richmond Art Gallery Association. RAGA is an independent, non-profit society formed to support the gallery of the City of Richmond. Through innovative exhibition and education programming, the Richmond Art Gallery strives to enhance an understanding and enjoyment of contemporary visual art. The art gallery features exhibitions of regional, national and international contemporary works of art. Our Mission is to promote dialogue around contemporary art. We are here to offer you ways to connect to art, your community and yourself by providing a place to look, think, create and communicate.See more..
Mind and Matter Gallery in Surrey is an amazing art gallery. Love the local artists! The wood sculptures are my favourite.See more..
4.0Deadman Junction Ranch(6 reviews) - Fantastic. Stop and investigate. Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
Fantastic. We love Ghost Towns. This equals Bodie, California and Virginia City (Old Virginny) Nevada and Sandon BC. Not only is it photographically appealing but there is a Treasure Trove of very interesting and unique artefacts on show. The Owner, Matt, was passionate about describing and explaining his Collection. There is an excellent Gift Shop with nothing foreign made for sale.See more..
4.0Memorial Park(6 reviews) - Nice Little Park! Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Memorial Park has been newly updated with washrooms and small water park. Located at the entrance White Rock pier this park has seating and small grassy play area.See more..
5.0Our Lady of Good Hope Church(5 reviews) - Canada's History: Father Morice's Stuart Lake Mission Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Cemeteries • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
While camping at Cottonwood Park, we had planned to take the Mount Milligan Mine Tour (250 996 7019 to book) and to windsurf from the beach. The tour was wonderful but the wind never blew enough, so we decided to visit the Lady of Good Hope Church while taking in the 'Ripples of the Past' scenic walking tour on our bikes. The church is one of 7 sights. Gracefully arching hand carved woodwork adorns the painted church on the shore of gorgeous Stuart Lake. Tours are listed on one signboard and another board tells some of the history. For more detail, visit the Fort. James historic site. We walked right around the church. Note the matching house nearby.See more..
Unexpected surprise at the end of gravel road. The fall is behind the Hydro Station. It looks great. You can also go to the shoreline and enjoy the view of the peaceful inlet.See more..
5.0Deroche General Store(4 reviews) - What’s not to like? Points of Interest & Landmarks This place is almost a legend. Great place to grab a bite to go or some chicken for dinner or just the awesome beef jerky. Great staff, always friendly. Can’t drive by without stopping.See more..
5.0Pesuta Shipwreck Trail(4 reviews) - A must walk/hike if you can handle 12k roundtrip Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
From the parking lot to the shipwreck is a soul-recharging 6k walk (each way) through a well-groomed forest trail for the first half which opens onto the river and sea shores for the remainder. The shipwreck itself is mesmerizing as you first see it sticking out of the sand on the horizon. The timbers, hand-pounded nails and other hardware are a sight. Note, this hike would be challenging for someone with mobility issues. The forest trail includes inclines and tree root trip hazards.See more..
