10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Okanagan Valley That You Shouldn't Miss

September 18, 2021 Velvet Champine

The Okanagan Valley, in the interior of British Columbia, is a popular Canadian vacation destination known for skiing in the winter and watersports in the summer. The area's quaint towns and lush vineyards are connected by a network of clear blue lakes and rivers and surrounded by rolling, sun-dappled hills. Head to Kelowna for one of several wine festivals or to Penticton for the sugary summer Peach Festival. To the south is Osoyoos, home to an arid desert filled with rare plants and animals.
Restaurants in Okanagan Valley

1. Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad

11611 115th St, Osoyoos, British Columbia V0H 1V5 Canada +1 250-495-6842 [email protected] http://www.osoyoosrailroad.com/
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5.0 based on 637 reviews

Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad

OPEN YEAR ROUND Monday to Saturday. A world Class Miniature Wonderland Experience. 4000 sq ft. of family fun with up to 45 computer controlled trains traveling on 2 km (1 1/4 miles) of tracks weaving through mountains and towns. Discover the 20000 + hand-painted little people and animals in scale 1:87 (HO) placed in humorous and funny situations and scenes. You'll be impressed with the devotion to details and the charm and humor of the presentation. Watch with delight, the unique operational car system running through towns, stopping for gas and traffic lights. So much more than just Trains. When driving from downtown Osoyoos, take Hwy 3 towards Vancouver (about 3 km.) Turn left at the SECOND entrance into the Buena Vista Industrial Park onto 115th Street. Look for the yellow warehouse with the big signs out front.

Reviewed By myersb2017

What a great place for all ages as this is an amazing creation that you need many visits to take it all in as there is so much detail

2. The Vibrant Vine

3240 Pooley Road, Kelowna, British Columbia V1W 4G7 Canada +1 778-478-4153 [email protected] http://www.thevibrantvine.com
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The Vibrant Vine

Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, surrounded by Orchards you will find a wine experience like no other. Voted on Trip Advisor as the Number 1 Winery Experience in British Columbia, and Number 2 in Canada, The Vibrant Vine boasts beautifully crafted wines, amazing art by Phil Lewis, the proprietor’s eldest son, and numerous musical events throughout the year! As soon as you enter new Wine Shop you will be handed 3D glasses that will lead you into another world! Whether it is our Award winning Woops White Wine, or our red Merlin's Merlot, there are a great range of wines on each tasting bar! Join us for a Glass of Vibrante, our traditional method Sparkling Wines, listen to live music every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm, and enjoy delicious food all year long! The Vibrant Vine is an experience you don’t want to miss out on for your vacation at the Okanagan Valley!

Reviewed By wanderingSpirit8 - West Kelowna, Canada

I had never been to Vibrant Vine before so on recommendation of an employee at Vibrant(Valeria), I decided to visit. What a great experience! A unique winery with very interesting 3D Art Gallery, Great Wine, Fun Wine tasting experience (Caila) live music with a bottle of wine and superb pizza out on the grass was the cherry on the top for an overall great experience! I will be back again for sure.

3. Myra Canyon Park

Kelowna, British Columbia Canada +1 250-878-8763 http://www.myratrestles.com
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5.0 based on 1,649 reviews

Myra Canyon Park

Reviewed By NatalieR629

Such a fun activity to do when visiting Kelowna! My husband and I rented bikes from Myra Canyon bike rental and spent the morning exploring the paths that take you around the canyon, through caves and over old bridges that were previously used for trains. Would highly recommend!

4. Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery

5204 24 St, Vernon, British Columbia V1T 8X2 Canada +1 250-549-3120 [email protected] https://www.okanaganspirits.com/
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5.0 based on 169 reviews

Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery

Okanagan Spirits is Western Canada's oldest craft distillery spanning over a decade in the production of award-winning B.C. spirits. Internationally acclaimed as North America's only designated World Class Distillery (World Spirits Awards), our portfolio includes a range of spirits from Vodka, Whisky and Gin, to Liqueurs and Brandies (Eau de Vie) as well as Canada's first genuine Absinthe.

Reviewed By kenmF4070LC

We visited the distillery in Vernon and the owner gave us a private tour and history. The space, itself, is beautiful--a combination of a retro-steampunk and pioneer vibe due in no small part to the gorgeous brass, steel and copper stills and tanks. The owner gave us an overview of the history of fruit and grain production in the Okanagan and explained how virtually all of the ingredients for the myriad spirits produced by them are locally grown. After the 30-minute tour, we tasted several of their products at the bar: award-winning Scotch-style whisky, Bourbon-style (we really liked the BLK BRBN!), Vodkas, Gins, and Liqueurs. All were well-made, smooth, and delicious spirits. The Raspberry Liqueur was out of this world. We took home several bottles and some very low-priced gift sets that will make excellent Christmas gifts. They even gave us bottles of their own hand sanitizer, produced and donated to front-line workers and the general public during the Covid-19 crisis. Unlike many of wineries that are actually owned by global conglomerates, this is a truly local operation and a world class one at that. Of the many winery and distillery tours we have taken all over the world, this one rates very highly, indeed!

5. The Book Shop

242 Main St, Penticton, British Columbia V2A 5B2 Canada +1 250-492-6661 http://www.bookspenticton.com
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5.0 based on 301 reviews

The Book Shop

Reviewed By SalsaMom

An absolute MUST go for Book Lovers of all ages. Easily spent over an hour in here and would’ve spent many more had it not been for impatient kids. Loved all the unique and quirky corners and surprise finds. Left will nearly a dozen books (only because I couldn’t carry anymore)... I’ll be back.

6. Pentage Winery

4551 Valleyview Rd, Penticton, British Columbia V2A 8V8 Canada +1 250-493-4008 [email protected] http://www.pentage.com
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Pentage Winery

Pentage Winery is a boutique winery over looking Skaha Lake in Penticton, BC - producing small lot, world-class Wines. Visit our tasting room and schedule a tour through our 5000 sq ft natural rock wine cellar. We invite you to share our passion! Our wine shop is open daily between 11-5pm from May through to the beginning of October. During the winter months sales are available at the winery by appointment - just give us a call and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Reviewed By Krishelle - Penticton, Canada

Always a wonderful experience at Pentage! We often bring visitors, as the wines are lovely, the tastings fun and informative, view is awesome and they have the only amazing wine cave in town! Julie and Paul know how to do it right.

7. Off The Grid Organic Winery

3623 Glencoe Rd, West Kelowna, British Columbia V4T 1L8 Canada +1 778-754-7562 [email protected] http://www.offthegridorganicwinery.com/
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Off The Grid Organic Winery

Our story goes back a long way. Over a hundred years and five generations in fact. From running cattle to fruit growing, our family's experience and love for agriculture has remained strong. We've learnt a few things along the way; paramount being conservation. Being stewards of the land which has provided for so many, for so long, is a task we take seriously. Come visit our straw bale wine shop.

Reviewed By J5319CHjoek

great place awesome views and the best staff to deal with. I would recommed Off the Grid Winery to everyone.

8302 Main St, Osoyoos, British Columbia V0H 1V5 Canada +1 778-437-2238 [email protected] http://okanaganartgallery.com
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Okanagan Art Gallery

This gallery is a hidden gem with the work of 25 artists displayed over several rooms. Browsers welcome!

Reviewed By TravellinCalgarian - Vernon, Canada

I just happened upon this gallery on the main street in Osoyoos. The small entry leads to a large gallery, with tons of local talent. The artists who form part of this cooperative are so talented. There are some very good ones. I ended up buying a painting and I just might go back to get another. I definitely recommend this place!

9. Gray Monk Estate Winery

1055 Camp Rd, Lake Country, British Columbia V4V 2H4 Canada +1 250-766-3168 [email protected] http://www.graymonk.com
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4.5 based on 524 reviews

Gray Monk Estate Winery

From the heart of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, welcome to Gray Monk Estate Winery, which was established in 1972 by George and Trudy Heiss. Working with the Heiss family, Gray Monk is now proudly owned and operated by Andrew Peller Limited. The Gray Monk Estate is comprised of 25 acres of lush vineyards overlooking Okanagan Lake, in addition to premium grapes sourced throughout the Okanagan Valley, to produce some of the world's finest wines.

Reviewed By W4552WUkenm - Calgary, Canada

Very COVID protected. Wines fit the long term standard of Gray Monk. Disappointing but understandable that family winery has sold out to a major company in Pellar. Still one of the good large volume wineries and has a great restaurant

10. Silver Sage Winery

4852 Ryegrass Rd, Oliver, British Columbia V0H 1T1 Canada +1 250-498-0310 [email protected] http://www.silversagewinery.com/
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4.5 based on 504 reviews

Silver Sage Winery

Silver Sage Winery is a family-owned and operated winery, which strives to maintain a high level of quality in all its products.

Reviewed By 439jayh - Edmonton, Canada

What a great place! The winery itself is magnificent. Beautiful and so well kept. Well done! Our experience tasting was great! So many wines and one of the only wineries with no charge. Addition, cheese cubes between tastes as well. Our host was hilarious as well. One of our favourite stops!

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