Top Things to do in Prince George
Top 9 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Prince George, Canada
Hub of the North, host of the 2015 Canada Winter Games and one of BC’s friendliest, most outgoing communities, Prince George is a vital crossroad for Northern British Columbia. Located at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, where Highways 97 and 16 launch road-trippers on a variety of adventures, PG is a regional centre for shopping, arts and sports, where industry and innovation coexist, outdoor recreation is a way of life, and northern wilderness and urban amenities converge.
Restaurants in Prince George
1. Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By ReanneLondon
We came here two days in a row on our family visit to Prince George, it is a great place for middle school and under aged children! The park is immediately adjacent to Exploration place and includes and excellent and well kept outdoor playground for all ages (with free washrooms onsite, a huge plus!) as well as a great little splash pad area, plus the train, and children's garden. Hours of fun both indoors and out. I would highly recommend a visit and plan to stay a few hours at least.
2. Cottonwood Island Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
This park is bordered by 2 rivers, lots of walking trails, dogs are welcome, viewing platforms over the Nechako River. And hidden carvings on some of the big cottonwood trees. Picnic tables, benches & covered picnic open buildings at different ends of the park.
Reviewed By Z6765BZsimonp - Prince George, Canada
Feed birds from your hand as you walk along to river. Feels like you have completely left the city. Beautiful!!!
3. Prince George Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By B463VUvivianm
Whether you are local or a tourist, this is a must see location. The train cars are laid out well and kept up... well worth the visit. And walking through the grounds you can see wildlife and get a feel for the history of the railway. Ride the narrow-gauge train - nobody is too young or old to ride it. Near Christmas, they have their spectacular light display and inside the buildings are all done up - they have a bon-fire going and inside the gift shop they have santa and Mrs. Clause.
4. Huble Homestead Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Huble Homestead is a heritage site located at the base of the historic Giscome Portage. Originally a homestead and fur trading post, the site has been restored to its 1915 condition. The site is currently closed for the winter months, but in the summer is open to the public for tours, self guided activities, lunch and shopping in the General Store. Huble Homestead is located 40 km north of Prince George, just off Hwy 97 on Mitchell Road. Admission is by donation.
5. Purden Lake Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By kerrym965 - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
My hubby and I needed to stop along the way for the night and came upon the park we pulled into a spot and the local warden comes around to collect the fees. Make sure to have cash. Its first come first serve. There are flush toilets but no showers. We were in a camper so no big deal. The lots were Beautiful and fully trees and it was very quiet. We didn't do anything else on the park like go to the lake but the campsite was great would stop there again along the way.
6. The Exploration Place Museum & Science Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
The Exploration Place, Museum & Science Centre, is a Northern BC non-profit organization and registered charity whose mission is to preserve our local history and foster lifelong learning in the areas of science, technology heritage and culture. Come discover local history, explore hands-on science, experience new exhibits and shop to your heart's content in our gift shop! We are open 9am to 5pm, 7 days a week including statutory holidays*. (*Please note we are closed Christmas Day and New Years Day.) The Little Prince Steam Engine operates seasonally starting on the May long weekend to the September Labour Day statutory holiday then operates on the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend.
Reviewed By 895veronicab
There is always something to see at the museum. There is a small store downstairs, and exhibits upstairs. Quite often there are visiting exhibits. There are also fun days for the kids and summer programmes.
7. Connaught Hill Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Tor56 - Prince George, Canada
This park is centrally located and easily accessible, either by car or on foot during the summer (a little more difficult in the winter as I believe the road is closed off) and the yellow stairs going up to it may be covered with ice or snow. During the summer months this park is just beautiful with flowers scattered throughout but the main garden is kind of a sunken garden which makes it an ideal place for special event photo's such as weddings, grads, etc. There are also picnic tables which makes it nice for residents and tourists alike to enjoy a picnic lunch or just to sit and watch the activities and take in the 360 degree views of PG. I highly recommend a visit to this park.
8. Goodsir Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By N7527PDren_eh
My husband and I visited the Goodsir Nature Park this past weekend for the first time. It is an absolute gem of a place. We had the good fortunate to spend some time with Mr. Jim Good, the owner and developer of this incredible place. He generously shared with us the history of the Park, his love of nature and his other passion, music. We left there feeling so much gratitude for this amazing place, its story, and most of all, for having the pleasure to meet such an incredibly generous human being. Mr. Good is a man who will restore your faith in humanity.
9. Purden Ski Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By T8954PVmelissaj
It's fantastic having such a big hill with multiple lifts and runs less than 1 hour from my doorstep. The prices beat almost any ski hill around. The owners are super friendly and helpful. I love going there. Our family of 8 (plus friends!) go as often as we can make it out.
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