Location: Central City
Top Things to do in Central City
What to do and see in Central City, Okanagan Valley: The Best Things to do
Located on the sunny Lake Okanagan, Kelowna offers a cure for whatever ails you. Spend the weekend golfing, relaxing on the beach or exploring a nature trail. The Okanagan Valley is chock-full of orchards, while many local vineyards offer wine tasting and tours. Stop at the mid-19th-century Father Pandosy Mission for a glimpse of Kelowna's history, then plan a moonlit cruise on the lake to end your day.
Restaurants in Kelowna
1. Urban Distilleries + Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 97 reviews
TEMPORARILY CLOSED - Urban Distilleries is British Columbia's First Craft Distillery and now winery in the central Okanagan; a small batch micro-distillery producing top-shelf, award winning Okanagan Gin with lavender and apple, Vodkas, Espresso Vodka, naturally infused vodka's and Single Malt Whisky. At Urban Distilleries, each batch is hand crafted in Artesian copper stills Made from 100% British Columbian fruit, grains,and BC's finest pure glacier water without additives, chemicals or artificial flavours. Tasting room open to the public. Tours available.
2. Kelowna Community Theater
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By EagerB - Campbell River, Canada
We attended this Theatre in the Cultural District of Kelowna for the Kelowna Actors Studio performance of Mama Mia. What an amazing show. The venue offered lots of nice seating, with great lighting and amazing sound. Really nice volunteers and staff throughout, to show you to you seats. Can’t wait to go back.
3. Hambleton Galleries
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
The Hambleton Galleries have been the Okanagan's fine art gallery since 1963, showcasing the best of local and Canadian art.
4. Parkinson Recreation Centre
5. Okanagan Heritage Museum
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Discover the natural and human history of Kelowna. Museums are living places, and that’s true of Kelowna’s flagship museum, the Okanagan Heritage Museum too. In fact, the entire permanent gallery has been reimagined! In spring 2019, we wrapped up a multi-year process that saw us overhaul our entire permanent gallery. Pay us a visit and enjoy our ‘new’ museum. Experience fascinating displays and learn how the Okanagan valley was formed, and why it supports tremendous biodiversity. Step into the world of the syilx/Okanagan people, and gain insights into their close connection to the land. Learn about the arrival of traders and settlers, and peer into the windows of an original “Chinatown” shop. Meet some individuals from Kelowna’s past and present, and be inspired by the Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame. This museum is also home to two important facilities: the Kelowna Public Archives and the Ursula Surtees Regional Conservation Laboratory.
6. Waterfront Park
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4.5 based on 546 reviews
Reviewed By WilliamThomas - Cheltenham, United Kingdom
The walk around the park offers beautiful views of the Okanagan Lake and surrounding mountains. In the park there is plenty to children to do; offering a number of play areas. The park also has a public washroom facility that is in a decent condition for how public washrooms go. The park is very well maintained and offers large green spaces to sunbathe and also sandy beaches when you can chill out or swim in the lake. The pier is really cool to walk on and view the boats and head out further into the lake. In addition the walkway around the park is perfectly flat for bike riding.
7. Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
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4.5 based on 98 reviews
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 and Gin, Whisky, to Liqueurs and Brandies (Eau de Vie) as well as Canada's first genuine Absinthe.
Reviewed By Chris-D7878 - Spruce Grove, Canada
We needed a break from wine tasting so we booked this spirit tasting. Learned a lot of about the art of whiskey and vodka making along with how to make liqueurs from your favourite fruits. We highly recommend this if you are in Kelowna or Vernon.
8. Kelowna Farmers' and Crafters' Market
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4.5 based on 111 reviews
We make it, bake it or grow it or it's not sold here! Opening Day April 6th Main Market at the Corner of Springfield & Dilworth Wednesday & Saturday 8 to 1 Satellite Market on St Paul Sunday from 9 to 2 starting Fathers Day 2019 till Mid September
9. Kasugai Japanese Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By natalliao2018
A bit tricky to find, this little gem of a park is truly the best spot in downtown Kelowna! It's a tranquil, beautifully designed, well maintained respite from the hustle and bustle of the lake shore crowds. Lovely koi pond, elegant bridges, delicate colour play of all the various foliage, bonsai trees in various stages of cultivation - lots of photo opportunities, especially with the intricate light of a sunset. No corner left unattended - everything is lovingly thought through, down to the ground-covering ivy. Make sure you take a free brochure that will explain what kinds of plants and trees you encounter: fascinating and educational. Lots of benches provided: I may be tempted to bring a tea and a book here next time. At any rate, I shall make it my mandatory stop in Kelowna from now on!
10. Okanagan Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Meet the people from Okanagan Valley who served in the armed forces. Step inside this museum, and you will feel the passion of the volunteers who founded it. It is packed with uniforms, insignia, badges, and one of the best firearms collections in Canada. Investigate artefacts from the Boer War, World War I and World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, and contemporary military operations. The Okanagan Military Museum is devoted to the preservation and greater awareness of Okanagan military heritage, and reveals how locals contributed to events on the world stage. Join us for the November lecture series, for Remembrance Day, and for school, family, and group programs all year. Researchers will enjoy the Vince Bezeau Military Archives and Library. A visit to the Okanagan Military Museum fosters a greater connection to the Okanagan men and women who served.
