Top Rated Attractions in Vancouver and Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island is a perfect destination for tourist attraction. It is one of the largest islands that pack some amazing traditional history, beautiful rugged shorelines, and old-growth forests and museums. There are so many things you can do here such as hiking, biking, surfing, or simply just enjoying the spectacular scenery of Mother Nature. A short distance from Canada’s Pacific Coast, the island is also the main hub of many marine and wildlife.

Because of a lack of information or a misguided tour, most visitors don’t fully enjoy the island and end up watching only the basic things. Here are some of the best top-rated attractions on Vancouver Island that you should visit.

1. Van Dusen Gardens

Butchart Garden is ideal for those that wanted to see some unique and attractive flowers. These fabulous gardens provide an opportunity to just sit back and enjoy a peaceful environment. There are different varieties of flowers, pathways, trees, and places to relax. One of the main highlighted features of this garden is the Botanical display. Visiting the garden at Christmas is cherry on top. There are various activities and decorations at that time.

2. Whale Watching

This is one of the top-rated tours on Vancouver Island. In the Salish Sea, you can witness these magnificent creatures. Commonly spotted here are sea lions, porpoises, orcas, humpback whales, and other marine life. In Tofino, gray whales are also very common.

3. Victoria

This is the main center of attraction on Vancouver Island. The historic Fairmont Empress is a place where you can enjoy a royale life. It is also a great place to enjoy scones, sandwiches, dessert, and tea. Other major attractions are Parliament Building and Royal BC Museum.

4. Hiking Trails

If you’re up for some crazy adventure, the hiking trails in Vancouver Island are a dream for every tourist. The well-maintained trails, outstanding scenery, and a chance to see wildlife in the open. The most famous are Wild Pacific Trail, West Coast Trail, and Juan de Fuca Marine Trail. All these areas are adjacent to Strathcona and Cape Scott Provincial Park if you have time, you should definitely visit these too.

5. Mount Washington Alpine

The Mount Washington Alpine is a famous family ski resort in Vancouver Island that offers year-round activities for everyone. In winter, the mountain offer Terrain Park and ski run. Other activities include snowshoeing, tobogganing, country skiing, and tubing. In summer, you can enjoy alpine hiking.

6. Pacific Rim National Park

The Pacific Rim National Park is a wonderful place to start or end your day. It covers a beautiful stretch of coast between Ucluelet and Tofino. Ranging from ancient cedars and shoreline to rocky headlands reveals, it represents the true beauty of Vancouver Island. The soft-sand beaches are found all around the area.

In Long Beach, you can enjoy beachcombing, surfing, big waves, or enjoy a sunset. If you’re lucky enough, you can also see Whales, especially in autumn and spring. It is a perfect place to snap some selfies and post on social sites. 

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