Top Things to do in Vancouver Island
What to do and see in Vancouver Island, Canada: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
Discover the best top things to do in Vancouver Island, Canada including Munro's Books, Rubio, Shawnigan Lake Museum, Russell Books, Blue Fish Gallery, Salish Sea Market, Artzi Stuff, Two Hoots Gift Gallery, Awatin Aboriginal Art, Blue Poppy.
Restaurants in Vancouver Island
1. Munro's Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By lmlmlm - Boulder, United States
Beautiful building, great helpful staff and lovely selection of books. We always visit here in the beginning of each trip to Victoria.
2. Rubio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
3. Shawnigan Lake Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Visit this 'big' museum in the small village of Shawnigan Lake - it's guaranteed to surprise you. For over thirty years, the museum has celebrated the history and the people of Shawnigan Lake (and surrounding area). Drop in for extensive information on the spectacular Kinsol Trestle; renowned Canadian artist EJ Hughes; the true Canadian Last Spike and many other significant history-bites.
Reviewed By fayerj1 - Duncan, Canada
A colorful walk through the island's local history, and the museum's ongoing search for authentic stories and evidence of the community's early residents, landmarks and fascinating events.
4. Russell Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 381 reviews
Russell Books offers Canada's largest selection of used books. With over 20, 000 square feet filled floor to ceiling with books, we offer great deals on everything from vintage books to today's bestsellers. Come check out our amazing selection of used books, discounted new books, and the latest bestsellers and new releases in our new home 747 Fort Street
Reviewed By Africanadian - Victoria, Canada
Spending time in Russell books is one of my top things to do in Victoria! Great for solo, families, kids. Knowledgeable staff and great selection of books.
5. 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!
6. Salish Sea Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
The Salish Sea Market is an exclusive, curated collection of art from the Pacific northwest – a platform for the creative expression of emerging artists, and those of international acclaim, who solely create their work ‘insight’ of the celebrated Salish Sea.
7. Artzi Stuff
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Voyage506860 - Nanaimo, Canada
When in Nanaimo you must visit this wonderful shop featuring items by local/island artists. beautiful selection of:jewellery, carvings, glass work, paintings, clothing, pottery, ceramics and gift cards. A wonderful spot to browse, chat with the knowledgeable owner Tanya, and pick up a unique gift or memento knowing that your money is staying within this island community. A must-see in this harbour town.
8. Two Hoots Gift Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Two Hoots Gift Gallery is an art gallery, gift shop, and working pottery studio all rolled into one fun package! We carry mix of colourful and whimsical art, jewellery, fashion accessories, and gifts, both locally made and from fair-trade companies around the world. You can watch our potter-in-residence, Michael Giles, make beautiful handmade pottery pieces in his attached ceramics studio, where he also gives pottery lessons. Two Hoots is in the charming, historic village of Cobble Hill, which is surrounded by wineries in the south Cowichan Valley, just 40 minutes' north of Victoria, B.C.
9. Awatin Aboriginal Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Family-owned business, featuring local authentic native art. You will find Jewelry, Art, Antiques and Minerals in the gallery. Our Native Jewelry is made in-house.
10. Blue Poppy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
A unique collection of decor, gifts, clothing and accessories, featuring local, handmade and fair trade.
