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Thrilling outdoor adventures, farmers markets, sun, sea, sand and a wealth of history and culture – this laid-back city ticks all the boxes.

From soaring mountains to the Pacific Ocean, this stretch of coastline contains the rugged beauty of the West Coast’s islands and British Columbia’s biggest city.

Find great surfing in Western Canada, see bears and whales, catch giant chinook salmon, hike in the wilderness, and relax on a beach watching a winter storm.

Come to this popular city-centre park and enjoy golden beaches, delightful gardens, sports facilities and historic monuments.

Come to this popular city-centre park and enjoy golden beaches, delightful gardens, sports facilities and historic monuments.

Crashing waves, towering trees and wondrous nature make this walking path a delight for Ucluelet visitors of all ages and abilities. 

It’s all about the ocean at this pristine wilderness resort in western Canada. Come to surf, kayak and hike or meditate to the sound of crashing waves.

See bears, birds, whales and giant salmon in and around the forests, rainforests, seashores, lakes and rivers of this diverse natural setting on the Pacific Ocean.

See bears, birds, whales and giant salmon in and around the forests, rainforests, seashores, lakes and rivers of this diverse natural setting on the Pacific Ocean.

Via a network of walking trails, make your way through verdant old-growth forest to gentle waters and a wide sandy beach on the Pacific Coast.

Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

Nestled between Vancouver and mainland British Columbia find charming communities and beautiful scenery spread across more than 200 islands.

Unwind on soft white sands and ride the waves at a picturesque beach where many people learn how to surf.

See bears, birds, whales and giant salmon in and around the forests, rainforests, seashores, lakes and rivers of this diverse natural setting on the Pacific Ocean.

Be enticed by lakeside beaches, fertile orchard-lined valleys and a waterfall taller than Niagara in this region that overflows with dramatic scenery and history.

Explore hiking trails and secluded beaches and spot Canada’s amazing wildlife, such as whales and bears, at this park in the south of Vancouver Island.

Via a network of walking trails, make your way through verdant old-growth forest to gentle waters and a wide sandy beach on the Pacific Coast.

See bears, birds, whales and giant salmon in and around the forests, rainforests, seashores, lakes and rivers of this diverse natural setting on the Pacific Ocean.

Get some exercise on the sports fields, pet animals in the zoo and go for relaxing walks in this beautiful city park.

It’s all about the ocean at this pristine wilderness resort in western Canada. Come to surf, kayak and hike or meditate to the sound of crashing waves.

Unwind on soft white sands and ride the waves at a picturesque beach where many people learn how to surf.

Visit the art galleries, boutiques, brewery, farmers market and theaters of this buzzing island across False Creek from central Vancouver.