Location: Port Alberni
Top Things to do in Port Alberni
Top 10 Free Things to do in Port Alberni, Vancouver Island
Port Alberni is a city located on Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia, Canada.
Restaurants in Port Alberni
1. Blue Fish Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By islandgurl2 - Port Alberni, Canada
An incredible and eclectic selection of local Vancouver Island artisans work as well as fair trade imports, and more! This is my favourite place to shop locally for gifts, or when I need a little treat for myself! As an added bonus, the owner and staff are lovely and helpful, adding to the pleasure of shopping at Blue Fish!
2. Twin City Brewing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 77 reviews
Bringing people together in one space to drink meticulously crafted beer and enjoy thoughtfully prepared food. Our brewery and lounge is nestled in the Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island, BC. Come visit us!
Reviewed By srhballantyne - Vancouver Island, Canada
Outstanding little find in Port Alberni... the beer flights and choices are great. Must try the pretzel and beer cheese ... unbelievable!! The pizzas and lettuce wraps are definitely worth the visit!
3. Cathedral Grove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 975 reviews
Reviewed By brockgs - Winnipeg, Canada
Cathedral Grove is a wonderful place to stop and experience the quintessential Vancouver Island forest experience, marked by a unique and beautiful arrangement of stunning trees.
4. Stamp River Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By sushibanjo - Vancouver, Canada
This is an easy walk to see Canadian beauty! A variety of huge trees, beautiful fast moving river for spawning salmon in the fall. You’ll feel great breathing in the fresh air and getting out in nature!
5. Harbour Quay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By JennC1212 - Calgary, Canada
I come down every year to sit and relax and shop. Enjoy an ice cream and people watch. Pop up markets and some brick and mortar shops.
6. Alberni Valley Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
7. Mount Arrowsmith
8. MacMillan Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
Reviewed By BenLar137 - Calgary, Canada
It's quite an experience to walk through the trails of MacMillan Provincial Park, situated between Nanaimo and Port Alberni. The rainforest is so dense with life, huge trees, moss covering practically everything else, it can be a bit overwhelming. But it is indeed a very worthwhile stop. When we were there in April, it was not terribly busy, and we found parking okay. During the summer months, however, I can imagine that it might be a bit of challenge, as there didn't seem to be large parking lots anywhere. We would suggest, therefore, if you're counting on walking these magnificent trails, to head there a bit early, and not leave it to "rush hour." But explore this place if you can! Caution: this IS a rainforest, so it rains a lot here - trails can get wet and muddy! Wear appropriate shoes.
9. Sproat Lake Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Joebear1966 - Fort St. John, Canada
We were visiting Port Alberni in August and our local friend recommended to spend some time at the Sproat Lake just 15 min outside of Port Alberni. Warm water, lots of spaces for camping, or sunbathing.
10. Coombs Country Candy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
Coombs Country Candy has a selection of Handmade Confections and Candy including Caramel Corn, Peanut Brittle, Fudge, Chocolates, Caramel Apples, Ice Cream, and more. All our Candy is Handmade on site in a displayed cooking area where you can watch the Candy Man and his staff make your favourites. Located on the Highway in Port Alberni on your way to Tofino, it's a perfect stop for a treat.
Reviewed By katebX932PN - Port Alberni, Canada
This Candy & Ice cream shop is a hidden gem in Port Alberni. Everything is made from scratch with TLC! It’s rare to find a business that’s owned and operated independently, and puts so much care into creating such wonderful treats for all to enjoy. During the holidays, every year you can even go down for complimentary, bottomless, in house made hot chocolate, and dip fudge into the chocolate fountain! FUN ????
