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Family-Friendly in Nanaimo

10 places we have something real to say about that match — where it is, what it costs, what people make of it. The 13 best-rated are below; the map has the rest.

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  • Hotel & Accommodation309
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  • 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
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  • Community82
  • Family-Friendly64
  • Wellness & Spa57
  • Shopping49
  • Brewery & Winery47
  • Entertainment47
  • Bar & Pub42
  • Museum & Gallery41
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    • All
    • Victoria233
    • Tofino130
    • Comox Valley77
    • Nanaimo68
    • Sooke54
    • Duncan52
    • Parksville51
    • Port Alberni49
    • Campbell River48
    • Qualicum Beach48
    • Port Hardy47
    • Salt Spring Island44
    • Sidney34
    • Chemainus33

    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
  • 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
  • WildPlay Nanaimo in Nanaimo

    Tours & Activities

    WildPlay Nanaimo

    Nanaimo

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Aerial adventure park on Nanaimo River Road with bungy jumping and a primal swing.

    WildPlay Nanaimo, Nanaimo
  • Oliver Woods Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Oliver Woods Park

    Nanaimo

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Park with nature trails and a community centre.

    Oliver Woods Park, Nanaimo
  • Top Bridge Community Park in 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
  • Westwood Lake Park in 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
  • Harewood Centennial Park in Nanaimo

    Park & Nature

    Harewood Centennial Park

    Nanaimo

    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Sports fields, nature trails and playground in Nanaimo.

    Harewood Centennial Park, Nanaimo
  • Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant in Nanaimo

    Restaurant

    Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant

    Nanaimo·$$

    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
  • Woodgrove Crossing in Nanaimo

    Shopping

    Woodgrove Crossing

    Nanaimo

    4.3on GoogleRated 4.3 out of 5 on Google

    Family-friendly shopping and dining with local events.

    Woodgrove Crossing, Nanaimo
  • Firehouse Grill in Nanaimo

    Bar & Pub

    Firehouse Grill

    Nanaimo·$$

    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
  • Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road in Nanaimo

    Brewery & Winery

    Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road

    Nanaimo

    4.9(67)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 67 reviews
    Longwood Brewery on Boxwood Road, Nanaimo
  • Page's Resort & Marina in Nanaimo

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Page's Resort & Marina

    Nanaimo

    4.6(226)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 226 reviews
    Page's Resort & Marina, Nanaimo
  • Park & Nature

    East Wellington Park

    Nanaimo

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

    East Wellington Park, Nanaimo
  • Town by town

    • Victoria233
    • Tofino130
    • Comox Valley77
    • Nanaimo68
    • Sooke54
    • Duncan52
    • Parksville51
    • Port Alberni49
    • Campbell River48
    • Qualicum Beach48
    • Port Hardy47
    • Salt Spring Island44
    • Sidney34
    • Chemainus33
    • Port McNeill23
    • Alert Bay9