Top Things to do in Duncan
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Duncan, Vancouver Island
Discover the best top things to do in Duncan, Canada including Mount Prevost, Duncan Farmer's Market, Maple Bay Marina, Averill Creek Vineyard, Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre, Chemainus River Provincial Park, Duncan Totem Poles, Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre, Cowichan-Chemainus Historic Scenic Route, Providence Farm.
Restaurants in Duncan
1. Mount Prevost
2. Duncan Farmer's Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 129 reviews
Every Saturday morning, all year round, rain or shine, come for the freshest local fruits and vegetables, baking, jams & jellies, honey, crafts, clothing, pet treats, and more! With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs. Please join us in the Market Square in downtown Duncan (look for the clock tower) every Saturday and help make your year-round farmers' market the best in BC! Live music every Saturday from April to Oct.
Reviewed By neepsocks - Victoria, Canada
A lovely place to visit, especially during the spring and summer when the weather is warm and sunny and fresh vegetables and fruits can be found in addition to local crafts, wines, and other artisanal items. Live music, hot food, and a pleasant, friendly atmosphere for all ages can all be found here at this Saturday market, right in the heart of downtown Duncan. Arguably the best farmer's market on Vancouver Island.
3. Maple Bay Marina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Full service marina with Restaurant, Pub, coffee shop, kayak rentals, float planes tours, marine fuel, chandlery, float home community, surrounded by a forest with public access hiking and biking trails.
Reviewed By Justhetw0fus - Arizona, United States
Very quaint scenic marina with some small shops and restaurants on the water. You can spend a few hours here just walking along the dock, have lunch, browse the shops and drink a beer outside on the patio. Don't forget to checkout the wide array of boats, some quite interesting.
4. Averill Creek Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Averill Creek is a family run 40 acre estate winery on Vancouver Island. Located in the heart of the Cowichan Valley wine region, we are dedicated to producing premium wines that showcase the terroir of Vancouver Island. Drop in for a wine tasting, and to enjoy the views of Cowichan Bay with a glass of wine on the patio!
Reviewed By TreatLocalBetter
This is a great place to take a picnic and enjoy a bottle of wine. They have a range of award winning wines. Great atmosphere and great, cheerful, friendly staff. Owner Andy Johnston is a fantastic man.
5. Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre (CRVC) is located adjacent to the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan, BC. The friendly and knowledgeable information councilors at the CRVC are prepared to help you plan and navigate your trip, and will make you feel at home in the luscious Cowichan Valley. The Visitor Centre is within a 10 minute drive of many of the region's highlights, including the famous Duncan City of Totems, Chemainus City of Murals, world-class wineries, quaint artisan galleries, and unforgettable whale watching experiences. If you're looking for lunch recommendations or a place to stay, our councilors would be happy to help make bookings and provide directions. The CRVC also hosts a variety of local souvenirs, books, and clothing items to fit your travel needs. Feel free to stop in for a coffee and to use the free WiFi.
Reviewed By Daniellelang
We went into the visitors center, and everybody was so nice and helpful. We got maps and great ideas on what to do and see. I highly reccomend to stop there for planning your trip.
6. Chemainus River Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
7. Duncan Totem Poles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 284 reviews
Reviewed By kenkA7737HL - Lake Cowichan, Canada
Excellent chsnce to see and learn about west coast first nations history beautiful totems spread around the downtown area. Always close to stores and shopping each totem has a placard telling you the story behind its creation. Big skinny tall and short there is alot of them well worth the hour or 2 stroll. You will love it
8. Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By 751neilk - Bognor Regis, United Kingdom
This is a great find.. if you like boats and engines , then it's a must see. The staff are just great, the items on display are wonderful. I could go back again and again. Free entry ,, but please put something in the book and the box to keep this wonderful heritage going.
9. Cowichan-Chemainus Historic Scenic Route
10. Providence Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By pitchew - Duncan, Canada
There are several areas that you may find interesting. There is a small market, then some wood making pieces for sale, ice cream shop, walk around the grounds for a most refreshing relaxation time or find the horse rider ring that is lovely for therapeutic purposes for several special people in our community.
