Regional District of Nanaimo

British Columbia

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Popular cities in Regional District of Nanaimo

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Nanaimo
Known for Ports, Ferries and boats and Islands
Take a ferry to one of British Columbia’s oldest cities and enjoy its cosmopolitan mix of a college town, a waterfront resort and an old mining boomtown.

Reasons to visit

  • Departure Bay Beach
  • Old City Quarter
  • Long Lake
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Parksville
Known for Beaches, Sea and Walking
Enjoy the panoramic river and sea views, sandy beaches, scenic forest trails and lively festivals of this charming ocean-side community on Vancouver Island.

Reasons to visit

  • Parksville Beach
  • Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
  • Parksville Community Park
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Qualicum Beach
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Explore upscale Qualicum Beach: its beaches, parks, camping, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • The Old School House Arts Centre
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Gabriola Island
Discover breathtaking coastline, thrilling adventure sports and magnificent wildlife on one of the most picturesque of Victoria’s Gulf Islands.

Reasons to visit

  • Elder Cedar Nature Reserve
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Nanoose Bay
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Discover a popular wildlife spotting location on the east coast of Vancouver Island and take to the water to explore miles of untouched shoreline.
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Arrowsmith-Benson
Head to sights like Mount Arrowsmith and Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park as you discover Arrowsmith-Benson.
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Parksville Beach

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Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Parksville Beach during your travels in Parksville? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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