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Come explore the central island

Shopping, birdwatching, cycle-touring and more are just a day-trip away from Victoria or Vancouver
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Nanaimo's waterfront

Whether your interests lead you to the urban delights of fine shopping and dining, the laid-back lifestyle of a beach-side resort or wild West Coast adventures, a picture-perfect experience awaits on the Central Island.

Nanaimo

The Island’s second largest city, “The Harbour City” is renowned for its outdoor activities, excellent shopping, dining and a captivating arts and cultural scene. And with its mild Pacific climate and an interesting history as a coal mining centre, captured in its heritage destinations, Nanaimo is an excellent year-round vacation destination.

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