Top Things to do in Vancouver Island
Top 10 Piers & Boardwalks in Vancouver Island, Canada
Discover the best top things to do in Vancouver Island, Canada including Westsong Walkway, Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf, Victoria Pier, Sidney Pier, Beacon Park, Swy-a-Lana Park, David Foster Harbour Pathway, Crofton Seawalk, Comox Fisherman's Wharf.
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1. Westsong Walkway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By dew882mt - Victoria, Canada
This paved walkway borders the northern shore of the harbour. You can walk part or all of it. The whole thing will take you an hour. It is flat-ish and you'll meet runners, dog-walkers, and other friends. Very scenic. Stop for lunch at Spinnakers. Watch the seaplanes take off and land. Take pictures of the legislature and harbour.
2. Inner Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,293 reviews
This scenic patch of waterfront is the location of Victoria's many tourist attractions, recreational activities, restaurants and shopping. For a special treat, have afternoon tea at the grand Empress Hotel or board a ferry for a harbor tour.
Reviewed By Redkitewatcher64 - Andover, United Kingdom
The Inner Harbour is the highlight of any visit to Victoria. Its a perfect place to walk around as there is a pathway around the whole harbour. From here there is a wide selection of shops, restaurants and bars and is the perfect place to watch the float planes and cruise ships visiting the harbour. Here you can watch the water taxi's travelling around the harbour and people out rowing in the harbour. From here you can walk to Chinatown and the main shopping areas, visit the museums and view historic sites like the hotels and Government buildings, Its a perfect place to watch the sunset , and a walk around at night reveals stunning views of the parliament buildings lit up at night
3. Fisherman's Wharf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,256 reviews
Just around the corner from Victoria's Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. This unique marine destination offers food kiosks, unique shops and eco-tour adventures in the heart of the working harbour. Wander down the docks with your lunch, buy seafood fresh off the boat, see moored pleasure vessels and float homes, and watch as fishing vessels unload their wares.
Reviewed By lc_cool_j - Monroe, United States
Take a water Taxi from in front of the Fairmont for quick trip to the Wharf for lunch, lots of fun! Places to eat and drink and even buy seafood right off the boat! Fun Fun place.
4. Victoria Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By magicien2 - Victoria, Canada
We love to walk the area of the wharf. There is always a little something going on. Street entertainers, beautiful view of the boats and the parliament area, the Empress hotel and the quietness of the water even if we are in the downtown area.
5. Sidney Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 262 reviews
Iconic Pier situated along the waterfront in Sidney BC
Reviewed By LiveVanIsle
A lovely spot to walk out and see local people fishing, catch a sunset or just enjoy the view and watch the boats go by.
6. Beacon Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Small Park located in Sidney B.C.with an ocean view
Reviewed By gulfcoastbreezes - St. Petersburg, United States
We visited on a gorgeous day. Sun was shining,lots of people were out on the rocky beach and walking. Some people were looking for sea glass. A wedding took place in the band shell, reception was held in the hotel bordering the park. We saw a seal by the dock and lots of sea birds.
7. Swy-a-Lana Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By pennyfor - Nanaimo, Canada
This is Nanaimo's waterfront park. It connects to the waterfront walkway, and has the ferry to Newcastle. (not the ferry to Protection - that's from the nearby harbour). It is not a huge park. there are a lot of events here, often hosted by the City. Lots of music. The kids playground is great, with a zipline as well. Dogs on a leash. there's a small swimming beach which is set up for safety. It's quite wheelchair accessible. It also has a pier.
8. David Foster Harbour Pathway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By MeeganD
Great walk along the water from black ball terminal area to almost the Fisherman's Wharf....an easy stroll with benches along the way to relax even for the elderly and plenty to look at...and at the World mark there is a water taxi if you want to zip back to the Empress
9. Crofton Seawalk
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By karen1946 - Las Vegas, United States
Lovely location, well maintained boardwalk along oceanfront. Lots of waterfowl, friendly people and many benches to sit and enjoy the scenery.
