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Family-Friendly in Nanaimo

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  • Tours & Activities

    Jeff’s Kayak and Bike Rentals

    Nanaimo

    5.0(362)Rated 5 out of 5 from 362 reviews

    Explore Newcastle Island by kayak, bike, paddle board, or paddle boat. Jeff's Rentals operates exclusively on Newcastle Island (Saysutshun), at Kanaka Bay. Take the ferry from Maffeo Sutton…

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    • Victoria455
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    Jeff’s Kayak and Bike Rentals, Nanaimo
  • Brewery & Winery

    Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road

    Nanaimo

    4.9(67)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 67 reviews

    Longwood Brewery has a tasting room, growler bar and seasonal uncovered picnic patio in Nanaimo. The patio is pet and family friendly, with the option of bringing your own food; there is no…

    Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Lakeview Homes

    Nanaimo

    4.8(23)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 23 reviews

    A collection of locally owned and operated rental units in Nanaimo, offering fully furnished and well-equipped homes. Several properties include Garden Paradise, a 5 bedroom character home…

    Lakeview Homes, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Page's Resort & Marina

    Nanaimo

    4.6(226)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 226 reviews

    Page's Resort & Marina on Silva Bay has one and two bedroom cottages with full kitchens and wood burning stoves, a campground with tent and RV sites, and a full-service marina. Cottages…

    Page's Resort & Marina, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Living Forest Oceanside Campground & RV Park

    Nanaimo

    4.5(1,494)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1494 reviews

    More than 300 campsites where the Nanaimo River meets Nanaimo Harbour — oceanside, ocean view, forested and riverside, with full, partial or no service and 30 and 50 amp hookups. There are…

    Living Forest Oceanside Campground & RV Park, Nanaimo
  • Buccaneer Inn in Nanaimo

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Buccaneer Inn

    Nanaimo

    4.4(346)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 346 reviews

    A family-run inn on Stewart Avenue in Nanaimo, steps from the Departure Bay ferry terminal and the Harbourside Walkway. Every…

    Buccaneer Inn, Nanaimo
  • Mountainaire Campground and RV Park in Nanaimo

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Mountainaire Campground and RV Park

    Nanaimo

    4.3(302)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 302 reviews

    A hundred and twenty sites on Spruston Road south of Nanaimo — serviced RV sites on 30 and 50 amp, glamping units, cabins and…

    Mountainaire Campground and RV Park, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Zuiderzee Campsites

    Nanaimo

    4.2(83)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 83 reviews

    A campground on 28.5 acres along Quennell Lake, 20 minutes south of Nanaimo, family owned since 1959. Guests have access to washrooms, hot showers, a boat launch, row boat rentals and…

    Zuiderzee Campsites, Nanaimo
  • Resort On The Lake in Nanaimo

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Resort On The Lake

    Nanaimo

    3.9(37)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 37 reviews

    Short and long term RV rentals with full hookup sites on Westwood Lake. Amenities include a lakeside club house, heated pool, hot…

    Resort On The Lake, Nanaimo
  • Westwood Lake Campground Resort in Nanaimo

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Westwood Lake Campground Resort

    Nanaimo

    4.0(322)Rated 4 out of 5 from 322 reviews

    Full-service RV sites, tent sites, cedar panabode cabins, a two-bedroom cottage sleeping six and a tiny home, next to Westwood…

    Westwood Lake Campground Resort, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Harbour Light Motel

    Nanaimo

    3.8(413)Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 413 reviews

    Harbour Light Motel & Guesthouse is family-run, with double rooms, king studios and family suites in Downtown Nanaimo. Every decoration and furnishing was chosen by one of the family…

    Harbour Light Motel, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Bluebird Motel

    Nanaimo

    3.2(295)Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 295 reviews

    The Bluebird Motel in Nanaimo features kitchen, kitchenette and family suites, close to shops and restaurants. A microwave and a refrigerator are provided in each room, and free WiFi is…

    Bluebird Motel, Nanaimo
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    MGM Seashore B and B

    Nanaimo

    5.0(8)Rated 5 out of 5 from 8 reviews

    Marilyn and Glenn have over 20 years experience at MGM Seashore Bed and Breakfast in Nanaimo. Stays include a gourmet breakfast, an afternoon treat on arrival, an espresso bar and beach…

    MGM Seashore B and B, Nanaimo
  • Museum & Gallery

    Protection Island Museum

    Nanaimo

    5.0on GoogleRated 5 out of 5 on Google

    Island history museum featuring artifacts and pirate tales.

    Protection Island Museum, Nanaimo
  • Mahle House Restaurant in Nanaimo

    Restaurant

    Mahle House Restaurant

    Nanaimo·$$$

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Seafood served in a heritage home with garden patio.

    Mahle House Restaurant, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Neck Point Park

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Coastal park with hiking trails and wildlife viewing.

    Neck Point Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Pipers Lagoon Park

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Coastal trails and birdwatching in Nanaimo with sunset views over the water.

    Pipers Lagoon Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Sugarloaf Mountain Park

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google
    Sugarloaf Mountain Park, Nanaimo
  • Vancouver Island Military Museum in Nanaimo

    Museum & Gallery

    Vancouver Island Military Museum

    Nanaimo·$

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Museum with 25+ exhibits spanning Canadian military history from the War of 1812 through Afghanistan. Displays cover homefront…

    Vancouver Island Military Museum, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Oliver Woods Park

    Nanaimo

    Kid friendly
    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Park with nature trails and a community centre.

    Oliver Woods Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Top Bridge Community Park

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Community park with a suspension bridge, hiking trails, and picnic areas.

    Top Bridge Community Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Westwood Lake Park

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Lake park in Nanaimo with walking trails and kayak access.

    Westwood Lake Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Bowen Park

    Nanaimo

    Kid friendly
    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    City park with trail network and maintained gardens.

    Bowen Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Harewood Centennial Park

    Nanaimo

    Kid friendly
    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Sports fields, nature trails and playground in Nanaimo.

    Harewood Centennial Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Maffeo Sutton Park

    Nanaimo

    Kid friendly
    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Art sculptures and kayak launch on Nanaimo waterfront.

    Maffeo Sutton Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Nanaimo River Regional Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Trails, swimming, and fishing along the Nanaimo River.

    Nanaimo River Regional Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Jack Point and Biggs Park

    Nanaimo

    Romantic
    4.5on GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 on Google

    Trails for hiking and birdwatching, with picnic spots, in Nanaimo.

    Jack Point and Biggs Park, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park

    Nanaimo

    4.5on GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 on Google

    Historic provincial park at the site of a former coal mine with nature trails.

    Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park, Nanaimo
  • Sports & Recreation

    Beban Park

    Nanaimo

    Kid friendly
    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Swimming pool and sports facilities at a recreation complex.

    Beban Park, Nanaimo
  • Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant in Nanaimo

    Restaurant

    Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant

    Nanaimo·$$

    Romantic
    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Turner Rd brew pub in Nanaimo with restaurant, rated 4.4 in the $$ range.

    Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    Loudon Park and Trail

    Nanaimo

    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Victoria Ave park in Nanaimo with trails and kayaking access, rated 4.4.

    Loudon Park and Trail, Nanaimo
  • Museum & Gallery

    The Bastion

    Nanaimo

    Kid friendly
    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Hudson's Bay Company bastion with cannon firing.

    The Bastion, Nanaimo
  • Shopping

    Woodgrove Crossing

    Nanaimo

    Live Music
    4.3on GoogleRated 4.3 out of 5 on Google

    Family-friendly shopping and dining with local events.

    Woodgrove Crossing, Nanaimo
  • Restaurant

    Firehouse Grill

    Nanaimo·$$

    Live Music
    4.2on GoogleRated 4.2 out of 5 on Google

    Sushi, seafood, and cocktails in a historic firehouse with live music and a patio.

    Firehouse Grill, Nanaimo
  • Museum & Gallery

    Museum of Natural History

    Nanaimo·$$

    Kid friendly
    4.0on GoogleRated 4 out of 5 on Google

    Interactive exhibits covering fossils, marine life and First Nations history at 900 Fifth Street in Nanaimo.

    Museum of Natural History, Nanaimo
  • Entertainment

    InflataFun VI

    Nanaimo

    InflataFun VI is a family-owned party rental business based in Nanaimo that brings the fun to you: it delivers, sets up and takes down its equipment at your event. It rents bouncy castles…

    InflataFun VI, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    East Wellington Park

    Nanaimo

    Nanaimo neighbourhood park with sports fields, a playground and community event space.

    East Wellington Park, Nanaimo
  • Community

    Oliver Woods Community Centre

    Nanaimo

    Oliver Woods Community Centre, Nanaimo
  • Sports & Recreation

    Rotary Field House

    Nanaimo

    Community field house at Nanaimo's Third Street sports fields.

    Rotary Field House, Nanaimo
  • Town by town

    • Victoria455
    • Nanaimo233
    • Campbell River214
    • Duncan179
    • Parksville173
    • Tofino154
    • Salt Spring Island148
    • Sidney146
    • Sooke122
    • Port Alberni120
    • Qualicum Beach118
    • Chemainus98
    • Ucluelet95
    • Courtenay85
    • Comox67
    • Port Hardy59
    • Comox Valley42
    • Port McNeill38
    • Alert Bay18
    • Hornby Island17
    • Cumberland9
    • Denman Island9
    • Langford1