Your Nanaimo Beach House 304 guidebook
Sightseeing
Newcastle Island
Nanaimo Golf Club
2800 Highland Blvd
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
741 Third Street
Cedar Farmer's Market
1984 Woobank Rd
Brechin Lanes Bowling Centre
1870 E Wellington Rd
Old City Quarter
418B Fitzwilliam St
Ammonite Falls
Neck Point Park
1055 Morningside Dr
Nanaimo Museum
100 Museum Way
Pipers Lagoon Park
3600 Place Rd
Departure Bay
Swy-A-Lana Lagoon Fishing Pier
Westwood Lake Park
381 Westwood Road
Nanaimo River Regional Parks
1955 Frey RdBeginner level short hike up to a nice waterfall. Picnic shelters, volley ball, seasonal outdoor pool, tennis courts, and playgrounds at this expansive park.
46 locals recommend
Bowen Park
500 Bowen RdBeginner level short hike up to a nice waterfall. Picnic shelters, volley ball, seasonal outdoor pool, tennis courts, and playgrounds at this expansive park.
Food scene
White Sails Brewing
125 Comox Rd
Chateau Wolff Estate Winery and Vineyard
2534 Maxey RdIf you have a craving for Pho the best Vietnamese place is less than a minute walk. Just walk across the parking lot out back and you will be there.
Sealand Pho
1240 Stewart AvenueIf you have a craving for Pho the best Vietnamese place is less than a minute walk. Just walk across the parking lot out back and you will be there.
Firehouse Grill
75 Victoria RdGreat family spot with a nice vibe and flavourful food.
La Stella Trattoria
321 Wesley StGreat spot with locally sourced food. Reservations are a must
Asteras
347 Wesley StGreat Greek restaurant - resos highly recommended
This restaurant is a must. It's a 15 minute drive and we highly recommend reservations.
28 locals recommend
Mahle House Restaurant
2104 Hemer RdThis restaurant is a must. It's a 15 minute drive and we highly recommend reservations.
Longwood Brew Pub
5775 Turner RdFamily friendly pub with good food.
NANDA CHICKEN
477 Wallace Streetdo you want the yangnyeom chicken, why yes, yes you do... you're welcome!!!
These guys know what they're doing. Reservations highly recommended.
64 locals recommend
Nori Japanese Restaurant
6750 N Island HwyThese guys know what they're doing. Reservations highly recommended.
Gabriel's Cafe
39 Commercial StreetExcellent cafe, short drive or 30 minute walk
Real Meals - these guys have great ready to go home cooked meals starting at $7. A fantastic alternative to fast food. Great to take on a picnic at one of Nanaimo's amazing parks.
621 Townsite Rd
621 Townsite RoadReal Meals - these guys have great ready to go home cooked meals starting at $7. A fantastic alternative to fast food. Great to take on a picnic at one of Nanaimo's amazing parks.
Traveler advice
Book before you go
BC Ferry book sailings reservations
BC Ferries accommodates both vehicles and foot passengers. The most direct ferry route is between Horseshoe Bay on the mainland and Departure Bay on the island. Advance ferry reservations are highly recommended. There are also a number of float plane companies that you can book between Vancouver and Nanaimo.