Visitor Information & Services

The Nelson and Kootenay Lake region in the South-east corner of BC is a cultural & adventure travel destination unlike any other in the world. Discover this unique corner of British Columbia and enjoy eclectic fodder for foodies, art-goers, music lovers, history buffs, and adventure seekers. #ExploreKootenayLake Find the Nelson Visitor Centre in the historic CP Station. We are the place to go to find out about everything in the West Kootenay region and beyond.

The South Cariboo Visitor Centre is a charming log building and home of the unofficial “World’s Largest X-Country Skis”. Located along the 100 Mile Marsh, it’s a great stop for a picnic and bird watching. For your convenience, restrooms, wireless internet, fenced picnic area and tons of information are available to you! Ask a knowledgeable and friendly Visitor Information Counsellor for assistance with local or provincial information and you won’t be disappointed! Also enjoy a lovely selection of unique souvenirs and books for sale. We are OPEN year round so stop on by!

Peachland is a picturesque community located in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, a part of the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Region. Situated across from popular Swim Bay, the Peachland Visitor Centre and Legends of the Lake Interpretive Centre provide visitors with friendly and knowledgeable information about local events, attractions, restaurants and accommodations. Come in and say hi! The Peachland Visitor Centre builds and nurtures connections between people, nature and the community by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about Peachlands Past, and information and guidance to provide a positive travel experience.

Cranbrook Tourism’s downtown Visitor Information Centre is open year-round, providing locals and visitors to Cranbrook with information on accommodations, restaurants, shopping, directions and community services around the region. Cranbrook Tourism also operates a satellite Visitor Information Centre at 620 Van Horne Street (Elizabeth Lake), which is open from early June until Labour Day.

The Okanagan Falls Visitor Centre is Okanagan Falls official travelers’ resource; our team can assist you with many services including offering tips for local “must-sees” and providing information on how to explore safely.

The Penticton Visitor Centre is the place to begin your Okanagan experience. Our knowledgeable and friendly team are here to assist in everything from accommodation to directions or information on any of the many events and festivals. Make this your first stop for wine touring, adventure or family fun. Looking for a souvenir from your trip? We have exclusive Visit Penticton merchandise only available at the Penticton Visitor Centre, from t-shirts, hats and hoodies to postcards, stickers and drinkware. Or visit our online store: shop.visitpenticton.com

We are open! Destination Osoyoos invites you to experience Canada’s warmest welcome. Please stop in on your way or reach out to us before your trip to beautiful Osoyoos! Our Visitor Service Ambassadors are happy to help make your trip a remarkable one!

The Princeton Visitor Centre is located right in downtown Princeton and is an easy walk to restaurants and stores. We have a large parking lot with easy access for RVs, a wide variety of brochures that cover most places in BC, picnic tables, and a filtered water station. We sell local merchandise and nature books. We have maps to show where you can pan for gold in the Rivers and keep the gold!

The Squamish Adventure Centre is located in the heart of Sea to Sky country, 40 minutes from downtown Vancouver and 40 minutes from Whistler. With breathtaking views of the Stawamus Chief, this unique venue is the perfect place to work, meet or play. You can find the following inside the Adventure Centre: – Visitor Information Centre – Tourism Squamish – The Squamish Store Gift Shop – Sea to Sky Adventure Company – Caffe Garibaldi – The Chamber of Commerce

The Visitor Centre is the place to get maps, suggestions for sightseeing tours and first-rate advice on things to do in Terrace and surrounding area. Drop in and get help with: local, regional and provincial visitor information, trip planning, BC Ferries reservations, fishing and guiding information, souvenirs, accommodations and restaurants, free wireless internet

During the autumn and winter months, the Visitor Centre is not staffed. But you will find self-serve information available, such as maps, schedules, visitor tips and more. So be sure to stop by when visiting. Bowen Island is considered to be one of Vancouver’s best day-trip and getaway destinations, conveniently located one hour from Downtown Vancouver and a scenic 20-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay. Known for our stunning mountain and ocean views, our accessible forest trails, our rich cultural offerings and our laid-back small -town charm, we invite you to visit anytime of the year. Check out our website for lots of trip-planning suggestions. If you have a specific question, please contact us via email or telephone anytime throughout the year. We’re here to help.

Our Visitor Centre is at the gateway to the Thompson Okanagan. Our staff are welcoming and provide knowledgable travelling advice for the surrounding area. The Centre itself is the perfect rest stop, offering magnificent views of Okanagan Lake, plenty of parking space, a picnic area, pristine washrooms, free WiFi and EV charging stations. We are wheelchair accessible and our gift shop features Indigenous works & local artisanal goods, in addition to snacks, drinks, ice cream and coffee. We offer free information and resources on activities and resources for the Thompson Okanagan region and other parts of British Columbia.

Currently operating as a Virtual Visitor Centre, you can connect with our team online via our website. Our professional, multilingual, highly trained staff can help you make the most of your Vancouver experience and plan your journeys into British Columbia and beyond. Operating Monday to Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm. After hours you can leave a message and you will receive a response the next business day.

The Prince Rupert Visitor Centre is located in the Port Interpretive Centre on the ground floor of the Atlin Terminal in the historic Cow Bay district of Prince Rupert. If youre planning a trip anywhere in BC, or are in Prince Rupert visiting yourself, our informative and friendly staff are available to help you discover our nature or help you plan your next destination. The Port Interpretive Centre tells the story of the Port of Prince Rupert. It is a story that stretches from 10,000 years ago — when the area served as a vital trading hub for the Tsmsyen First Nation — to the present, with the rapid growth of the port’s commerce in containers, coal, and grain. A highlight for visitors of all ages is the Interactive Trade Route Simulator, a sensory feature that allows visitors to select a commodity and launch a ship to visualize the supply chain of imports and exports flowing through the Port of Prince Rupert.