Plan your perfect trip to Nanaimo, BC. Discover nature, culture, & fun. Find hotels, activities, & things to do on Vancouver Island's hub, Nanaimo. While the ocean water off the coast of this Canadian city is certainly cold, it is packed full of amazing marine life. Water temperatures in the area are around 11°C (52°F), so don’t jump in, but definitely get out on the water in a boat. Going whale watching in this area is one of the top attractions in all of BC! You get to explore the Salish Sea...See full list on destinationlesstravel.comSee Nanaimo from the sky on a fun seaplane tour of the area. The views around Nanaimo will not disappoint! This area is packed full of natural beauty with mountain and forest views as you glide overtop of the open ocean and the many islands in the area. This Nanaimo seaplane tourgives you a 40-minute cruise along the ocean leaving from the Nanaimo ...See full list on destinationlesstravel.comNanaimo is one of the oldest cities in British Columbia! The downtown core has an area referred to as the Old City Quarter. This area is home to boutique shops and delicious restaurants, some in buildings dating back to the 1800s. Make sure you walk past the striking Nanaimo Courthouse! Everything has an eclectic one-off feel to it that made the wh...See full list on destinationlesstravel.comEnjoy a patio drink on the floating (yes, I said floating!) Dinghy Dock Pub. Offering a unique perspective of Nanaimo, we had a blast drinking beer and eating delicious fish tacos while enjoying the coastal views.
