Farms & Markets
Granville Island Market, Vancouver (Canadian Tourism Commission photo)
Farms and markets have been a part of rural British Columbia life for more than 100 years.
Whether it’s the Fraser Valley, Thompson Okanagan region, or Vancouver Island, many farms welcome visitors for tours and demonstrations. Purchase fresh fruit and produce, just-collected free-range eggs, delicious cheese and milk, and much more.
Touring some of BC's best farms can provide a rather tasty education. It’s a chance to learn about organic farming and other sustainable farming practices – and taste a few samples! The Vancouver, Coast & Mountains region has self-guided Circle Farm Tours to follow.
British Columbia also hosts farmers markets in many communities. Most farmers markets take place on weekends from spring through fall, but some places also have winter markets. Markets enable shoppers to meet the farmers and artisans who grew, raised, caught or produced the food for sale. Enjoy this tempting opportunity to taste a bounty of farm-fresh local foods and to browse and buy locally made arts and crafts.
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Farmers Markets and Fruit Stands
Farmers markets and roadside fruit stands and vegetable stands provide an excellent chance to chat with the farmers and buy fresh produce and unique crafts. Summer is the prime time for farmers markets, since items are in season. Contact community visitor centres for information on local markets and fruit stands.
Learn more about farms and markets in BC regions:
Vancouver Island: Many Vancouver Island organic farms welcome visitors for fascinating tours and impressive tastings; the Cowichan Valley and Saanich Peninsula are key farming areas.
Numerous communities host weekend markets with locally grown and seasonal foods. Check out the Salt Spring Island Saturday Market and the "goats on the roof" market in Coombs. Popular farmers markets in Victoria include the Moss Street Market, the Peninsula Country Market, and the Metchosin Farmers Market.
Vancouver, Coast & Mountains: The pastoral Fraser Valley has well-organized Circle Farm routes – self-guided driving tours with information about farms, markets, and eateries that welcome visitors. More than 20 markets reap the fresh rewards of the Fraser Valley. In Vancouver, check out the Granville Island Public Market and the UBC Farm.
Thompson Okanagan: The best way to experience the Okanagan Valley is to taste freshly picked, luscious fruits such as cherries, peaches, apricots and apples. Roadside fruit stands are very popular. Several towns host markets and roadside fruit stands that focus on the Okanagan Valley’s peaches, cherries, and other bounty.
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21
1280 Alpine Rd
Sun Peaks Resort, British Columbia
V0E 5N0
Websitehttp://www.sunpeaksresort.com
Toll-free800-807-3257
Phone250-578-5474
Our year-round community has evolved into a regional summer hub for weekly festivals and events from July to September. Stroll through the village, listen to live concerts, explore the shops and restaurants, or choose an outdoor activity. There's the 18-hole Sun Peaks Golf Course, downhill Mountain Bike Park, lift-accessed alpine hiking, cross country bike trails, canoe and kayak rentals, horseback riding, geo-caching, stand-up paddle boarding, outdoor pool, tennis courts and more. The weekly Sunday Farmers' market features local food vendors and artisans, and with a fully loaded events schedule, there's something every weekend to participate in or spectate.
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6804 SW Marine Dr
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6T 1Z4
Websitehttp://botanicalgarden.ubc.ca
Toll-free
Phone604-822-4208
Explore Canada's oldest continuously operating university botanical garden and immerse yourself in the world of wild-collected plants. Garden highlights include an Asian garden with over 400 different species of rhododendrons, thousands of alpine and montane plants from around the world, a traditional physic garden full of herbs, a demonstration food garden, and the Greenheart Canopy Walkway eco-adventure. Also visit the Beaty Biodiversity Museum also close by.
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1234-N Wharf St
Victoria, British Columbia
V8W 3H9
Websitehttp://www.victoriaharbourferry.com
Toll-free
Phone250-708-0201
Victoria Harbour Ferry Tours is world-renowned as one of the best guided tours in the province of British Columbia. Experience marine life, historical landmarks, First Nations history, unique sailboats & yachts, seaplanes, waterside dining, float home communities & friendly skippers. Join thousands of sightseers & watch the free Harbour Ferry water ballet on summer Sundays at 10:45 am, performed in the Inner Harbour. Choose between a Harbour Ferry Tour or a Gorge Waterway Tour, or opt for both for a discounted rate! Both are great outings that your family and friends will especially enjoy. Special family & senior rates. Ask about Pickle Pub Crawls!
Activity Zones- Fisherman's Wharf
Bridges, Buildings- Famous Johnson Street Bridge
Bus/Coach/Shuttle- Our Water Taxi's will get you where you need to go!
Ferries- Tours and Water Taxi Services
Parks- We connect to Bamfield Park
Public Markets- Ship's Point Market
Taxi/Limo- Our Water Taxi's are efficient and affordable
Wildlife Viewing- See seals, herons and other marine life
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