| Shore Excursion Opportunities |
There are many things to see and do in Nanaimo. Cruise passengers can play a round of golf, tour the local wineries, or venture outside for an ocean adventure or wildlife tour.
- Sightseeing of the city and surrounding areas
- Flightseeing tours by floatplane
- Winery tours to the Cowichan Valley
- First Nations culture and adventure
- Ocean adventures such as kayaking and marine wildlife tours
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and walking tours
- Scuba diving to three artificial reefs
- Golfing excursions
- Shopping shuttle to major shopping areas
- Tours to Cathedral Grove and Alberni Pacific Steam Train
- Tours to Milner Gardens and the Wildlife Recovery Centre
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Left: Native centre Right: Outdoor craft market
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| Dining And Shopping |
As the second largest city on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo combines a spectacular natural setting with an abundance of urban attractions.
- Public Open Farmers Market on port of call days
- Harbour-front walkway lined with boutiques, cafes, restaurants and parklands
- Major retail outlets and numerous unique shops
- Three downtown shopping districts: the Waterfront; the Arts District; and the Old City Quarter
- Public and private art galleries featuring famous and local West Coast artists, including traditional First Nations art
- Variety of unique West Coast and ethnic restaurants
- Canada's only floating pub and restaurant
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