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  • Ocean EcoVentures Parksville in Parksville

    Tours & Activities

    Ocean EcoVentures Parksville

    Parksville

    4.9(165)
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    Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 165 reviews

    Ocean EcoVentures runs 3.5–4 hour whale and wildlife adventures from French Creek Marina in Parksville, with daily departures from…

    Ocean EcoVentures Parksville, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Fairwinds Residences

    Parksville

    4.7(68)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 68 reviews

    17 oceanfront vacation rental suites in the Fairwinds community. Spacious suites with bright open layouts, floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary furniture, hotel-quality linens and large…

    Fairwinds Residences, Parksville
  • Madrona Beach Resort in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Madrona Beach Resort

    Parksville

    4.5(154)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 154 reviews

    A beachfront resort on Rathtrevor Beach at Parksville, with ocean-view studios, one-bedrooms, townhouses and a beach-level…

    Madrona Beach Resort, Parksville
  • Ocean Sands Resort in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Ocean Sands Resort

    Parksville

    4.5(157)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 157 reviews

    Ocean Sands Resort is situated on 4 acres of oceanfront property overlooking Rathtrevor Beach, with three miles of sandy beach…

    Ocean Sands Resort, Parksville
  • Rathtrevor Beach Campground in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Rathtrevor Beach Campground

    Parksville

    4.5(246)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 246 reviews

    All campsites are within a five-minute walk of a 2 km sandy beach. The park offers 5.5 km of easy walking trails, most wheelchair…

    Rathtrevor Beach Campground, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Beach Acres Resort

    Parksville

    4.5(345)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 345 reviews

    Miles of sandy beach, a cozy cottage under a pine forest, and a range of resort accommodations in Parksville. Indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, pickleball and tennis courts, sand…

    Beach Acres Resort, Parksville
  • Sea Edge Beachside Hotel in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Sea Edge Beachside Hotel

    Parksville

    4.5(591)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 591 reviews

    Oceanfront hotel in Parksville with ocean views from every room. Features a Finnish sauna, beachside fire pits, and complimentary…

    Sea Edge Beachside Hotel, Parksville
  • Deep Bay RV Park in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Deep Bay RV Park

    Parksville

    4.4(52)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 52 reviews

    Deep Bay RV Park has over 70 full-service RV sites and non-serviced tent sites on 3 hectares with 400 metres of beachfront. The…

    Deep Bay RV Park, Parksville
  • Pathfinder Camp Resorts - Parksville in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Pathfinder Camp Resorts - Parksville

    Parksville

    4.4(541)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 541 reviews

    Pathfinder Parksville is on the Englishman River with 30 and 50 amp full hookup RV sites, serviced and unserviced tent sites, and…

    Pathfinder Camp Resorts - Parksville, Parksville
  • Skylite Motel in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Skylite Motel

    Parksville

    4.3(190)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 190 reviews

    Family-run motel with deluxe rooms with kitchenettes, standard queen rooms, and private cottages. All rooms have new queen beds…

    Skylite Motel, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Ocean Trails Resort

    Parksville

    4.3(235)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 235 reviews

    Parksville resort with 78 one, two and three bedroom suites, steps from Rathtrevor Beach. Suites have fully equipped kitchens with full-sized fridge, dishwasher, stove, microwave and coffee…

    Ocean Trails Resort, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Paradise Acres Ranch

    Parksville

    4.2(88)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 88 reviews

    Guided horseback trail rides through trails, rolling fields and forests, each with a brief lesson in the ring. Stay in the Mountain View Room or Paddock View Room, at a tent site, or at a…

    Paradise Acres Ranch, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Nanoose Creek Campground

    Parksville

    4.2(93)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 93 reviews

    A campground on the Island Highway at Nanoose Bay with RV pull-throughs up to 38 metres and serviced grassy tent fields, about ten minutes from either Rathtrevor Beach or Nanaimo. Wifi…

    Nanoose Creek Campground, Parksville
  • The Tide's Inn in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    The Tide's Inn

    Parksville

    4.2(228)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 228 reviews

    Hotel with direct beach access through Paradise RV Park across the street. Free unlimited mini golf at Paradise Fun Park and a…

    The Tide's Inn, Parksville
  • Pacific Shores Resort & Spa in Parksville

    Wellness & Spa

    Pacific Shores Resort & Spa

    Parksville

    4.1(946)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 946 reviews

    Thirteen acres at Nanoose Bay on the shore of Craig Bay, a few minutes from Parksville, with gardens and trails running through…

    Pacific Shores Resort & Spa, Parksville
  • Riverbend Cottage & RV Resort in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Riverbend Cottage & RV Resort

    Parksville

    4.0(317)Rated 4 out of 5 from 317 reviews

    Cottage and RV resort on 16 wooded acres along the Englishman River, steps from Rathtrevor and Top Bridge Provincial Parks. Over…

    Riverbend Cottage & RV Resort, Parksville
  • Paradise RV Park in Parksville

    Hotel & Accommodation

    Paradise RV Park

    Parksville

    Beach
    2.7(45)Rated 2.7 out of 5 from 45 reviews

    The park sits on the edge of Parksville Bay with direct beach access. All RV pads include full site hook-ups (water, sewer, 30/50…

    Paradise RV Park, Parksville
  • Tours & Activities

    Summer Fun Charters and Tours

    Parksville

    5.0(9)Rated 5 out of 5 from 9 reviews

    Sightseeing and nature tours cruise the Oceanside waters of the Salish Sea from Qualicum Beach to Nanoose Bay on a 26-foot Striper. Marine wildlife includes seals, sea lions, hawks and…

    Summer Fun Charters and Tours, Parksville
  • Family-Friendly

    Adventure World Playground

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google
    Adventure World Playground, Parksville
  • Englishman River Falls Provincial Park in Parksville

    Park & Nature

    Englishman River Falls Provincial Park

    Parksville

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Provincial park near Parksville with waterfalls, hiking trails and swimming.

    Englishman River Falls Provincial Park, Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Englishman River Regional Park

    Parksville

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Regional park with trails to waterfalls along the Englishman River.

    Englishman River Regional Park, Parksville
  • Tours & Activities

    Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Guided limestone cave tours year-round, from easy walks past crystal formations to rappels and waterfall climbs. Features include a cave slide and fossil viewing in Riverbend Cave.

    Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park, Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park

    Parksville

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Waterfalls with swimming, picnic areas, and hiking trails.

    Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park, Parksville
  • Beach

    Parksville Beaches

    Parksville

    4.8on GoogleRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google

    Beaches along Island Highway East.

    Parksville Beaches, Parksville
  • Attraction

    Morningstar Farm (Little Qualicum Cheeseworks)

    Parksville

    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Farmstead cheese from grass-fed cows: Island Brie, Monterey Jill, Sunshine Feta and Mt. Moriarty. Free self-guided farm tours and a farmgate store with Canada's pioneer milk-on-tap dispenser…

    Morningstar Farm (Little Qualicum Cheeseworks), Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Parksville BC Boardwalk

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google
    Parksville BC Boardwalk, Parksville
  • Entertainment

    Fast Time Amusements

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Arcade in Parksville with tournament play and snack bar.

    Fast Time Amusements, Parksville
  • Foster Park in Parksville

    Park & Nature

    Foster Park

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Community park with playground and gardens.

    Foster Park, Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    4.6on GoogleRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google

    Mini golf course with an arcade and bumper cars.

    Riptide Lagoon Adventure Golf, Parksville
  • Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park in Parksville

    Attraction

    Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park

    Parksville

    4.3on GoogleRated 4.3 out of 5 on Google

    Two 18-hole mini golf courses, bumper boats, and an arcade. Evil Wiener stand with gourmet hot dogs. Open 9 AM to 5 PM weekdays…

    Paradise Mini Golf and Fun Park, Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Parksville Community Park

    Parksville

    Kid friendlyBeach
    4.7on GoogleRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google

    Kayak and paddleboard launch, playground, and walking trails along the beachfront. Hosts community events. Open daily 9 AM–8 PM.

    Parksville Community Park, Parksville
  • Parksville Museum in Parksville

    Museum & Gallery

    Parksville Museum

    Parksville·$

    4.5on GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 on Google

    Historic buildings and hands-on exhibits covering early settlement of Parksville, Errington, Coombs and Nanoose Bay. Admission by…

    Parksville Museum, Parksville
  • Restaurant

    Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

    Parksville·$

    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Cajun-style fried chicken in Parksville.

    Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Parksville
  • Restaurant

    Trees Diner

    Parksville·$$

    4.4on GoogleRated 4.4 out of 5 on Google

    Cafe and restaurant serving all-day breakfast with local ingredients.

    Trees Diner, Parksville
  • Black Goose Inn in Parksville

    Bar & Pub

    Black Goose Inn

    Parksville·$$

    Live MusicRomantic
    4.3on GoogleRated 4.3 out of 5 on Google

    English pub in a heritage building with patio seating and live music.

    Black Goose Inn, Parksville
  • Restaurant

    The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge

    Parksville

    4.2on GoogleRated 4.2 out of 5 on Google

    Seafood restaurant on the water with BC wine and craft cocktails.

    The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge, Parksville
  • Pacific Prime Restaurant at The Beach Club Resort in Parksville

    Restaurant

    Pacific Prime Restaurant at The Beach Club Resort

    Parksville

    3.9on GoogleRated 3.9 out of 5 on Google

    Oceanfront restaurant serving wild salmon chowder with ling cod, mussels and clams. Breakfast 8-11am, all-day dining 11am-9pm.

    Pacific Prime Restaurant at The Beach Club Resort, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Parksville Resort Cottage Vacation Rental

    Parksville

    4.3(4)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 reviews

    Oceanside Village Resort has five different cottage floor plans to choose from in Parksville. All cottage rental rates are based on a 4-person occupancy. For weekly reservations, a deposit…

    Parksville Resort Cottage Vacation Rental, Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Lighthouse Country Regional Park

    Parksville

    Kid friendlyDog Friendly

    Park open daily 9 AM to 5 PM.

    Lighthouse Country Regional Park, Parksville
  • Shopping

    Arbutus Meadows Farm

    Parksville

    Arbutus Meadows Farm sits in Nanoose Bay on Vancouver Island, among fields and forest. The farm store is open Thursday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm and Sunday from noon to 4pm, with lavender…

    Arbutus Meadows Farm, Parksville
  • Beach

    Parksville Bay

    Parksville

    Kid friendly
    Parksville Bay, Parksville
  • Family-Friendly

    Parksville Cultural Centre

    Parksville

    Cultural centre in Parksville for cultural events and local art.

    Parksville Cultural Centre, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Englishman River Falls Provincial Park Campground

    Parksville

    4.6(63)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 63 reviews
    Englishman River Falls Provincial Park Campground, Parksville
  • Hotel & Accommodation

    Park Sands Beach Resort - Campsites & Cabins

    Parksville

    3.9(320)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 320 reviews
    Park Sands Beach Resort - Campsites & Cabins, Parksville
  • Attraction

    Bouquet Getaway

    Parksville

    Bouquet Getaway, Parksville
  • Attraction

    Bumble Bees Farm

    Parksville

    Farm on Northwest Bay Road in Nanoose Bay.

    Bumble Bees Farm, Parksville
  • Park & Nature

    Errington Community Park

    Parksville

    Errington Community Park, Parksville
  • Shopping

    Errington Farmers' Market

    Parksville

    Errington Farmers' Market, Parksville
  • Nanoose Place Community Centre in Parksville

    Community

    Nanoose Place Community Centre

    Parksville

    Nanoose Place Community Centre, Parksville
  • Sports & Recreation

    Oceanside Place Arena

    Parksville

    Oceanside Place Arena, Parksville
  • Community

    Parksville Community Centre

    Parksville

    Parksville Community Centre, Parksville
  • Restaurant

    Ricky's All Day Grill Parksville

    Parksville

    Ricky's All Day Grill Parksville, Parksville
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