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Regions & Cities

Sophisticated cities in the south, wilderness parks in the north, the salt-sea spray of a wide open ocean to the west, and the snow-cloaked peaks of the mighty Rocky Mountains in the east are just the beginning.

Nestled between these icons are the fruit-laden orchards of the Thompson Okanagan, the ranch lands of the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, the laid-back lifestyles of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, the bubbling hot springs of the Kootenay Rockies, the wildlife of Northern BC, the combination of urban life and backcountry trails in Vancouver, Coast and Mountains, and the vineyards, the ski resorts, the white water rapids, the parks, and the people.

British Columbia’s population is an internationally diverse mix of cultures that season the cities, the restaurants, the shopping, and the cultural life of the province.

Explore BC's Six Travel Regions
Visitor Centres 
Vancouver, Coast & Mountains

Oceans, mountains, adventure, and culture – this region expands the boundaries of experience from cosmopolitan to country.> More

Vancouver Island

Diverse island ecosystems range from rugged rainforest coastlines to bucolic rural landscapes nurturing vineyard lifestyles.> More

Thompson Okanagan

Summer’s fruit-laden orchards give way to winter’s snow-covered slopes as the region proves itself a year-round destination.> More

Northern British Columbia

An accessible parks system encompasses wilderness habitats and wildlife, making this the destination for eco enthusiasts.> More

Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

Famous for its gold panning and cowboy culture, this region is also renowned for its fishing, camping, and paddling routes.> More

Kootenay Rockies

Alpine villages, pristine lakes, hot springs, hiking and biking trails and the best powder on the continent – this is...> More

Cities

  • Vancouver

    Discover the duality of Vancouver: urban sophistication and natural splendour.

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  • Whistler

    Revel in the four-season resort town of Whistler. Enjoy fresh powder, great shopping and fine restaurants.

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  • Victoria

    Get to know the quaint charm and friendliness of the province's capital city, Victoria.

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Regions

  • Vancouver, Coast & Mountains

    Oceans, mountains, adventure, and culture – this region expands the boundaries of experience from cosmopolitan to country.

    > More

  • Vancouver Island

    Diverse island ecosystems range from rugged rainforest coastlines to bucolic rural landscapes nurturing vineyard lifestyles.

    > More

  • Thompson Okanagan

    Summer’s fruit-laden orchards give way to winter’s snow-covered slopes as the region proves itself a year-round destination.

    > More

  • Northern British Columbia

    An accessible parks system encompasses wilderness habitats and wildlife, making this the destination for eco enthusiasts.

    > More

  • Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

    Famous for its gold panning and cowboy culture, this region is also renowned for its fishing, camping, and paddling routes.

    > More

  • Kootenay Rockies

    Alpine villages, pristine lakes, hot springs, hiking and biking trails and the best powder on the continent – this is the Kootenay Rockies.

    > More