Kelowna Attractions & Things to Do
Explore Okanagan Lake's orchards, wineries, mountain and lake trails, scenic and challenging golf courses and ski resorts among the many Kelowna attractions and things to do that make this British Columbia valley a vacation paradise.
And you'll find them all just a few minutes away from our modern, all suites Kelowna hotel.
Big White Ski Resort.
Known for its Champagne powder snowfall, Big White Resort averages 24.5 feet of snow and has more than 2,500 acres of skiable terrain. Big White Ski Resort offers deep powder bowls, terrain parks, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, sleigh riding, restaurants and great eateries, all of which have helped Big White earn the reputation of being British Columbia's premier family ski resort, www.bigwhite.com.
Myra Canyon.
Ride the trails through the deep gorges and mountains of Myra Canyon where you'll find two tunnels and 18 trestle bridges. Want a guide for your British Columbia outdoor adventure? Try Monashee Adventures for wine and bike tours, wildflower hikes or snowshoe tours depending on the season. Their British Columbia adventure trips have been named one of the world's top 25 tours by National Geographic Adventure Magazine, www.monasheeadventuretours.com.
Kettle Valley Steam Train.
One of the more interesting ways to explore the Okanagan Valley is aboard this 90-minute train trip through orchards, vineyards, and mountains including the Trout Creek Trestle Bridge above Trout Creek Canyon, www.kettlevalleyrail.org.
Okanagan Lake.
Okanagan Lake is the largest lake in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley and it is minutes from the our Kelowna hotel. There is no better way to spend your time in the Okanagan than right here at the lake. It has countless beaches where you can sunbathe, take a dip or enjoy a beautiful sunset. Legend has a sea monster similar to the Loch Ness monster resides in Okanagan Lake.
Kelowna Cultural District.
Take in the galleries, artist studios, boutiques, shops and museums of this former fruit packing district in downtown Kelowna.
Orchard Park Shopping Centre.
Shop for everything from shoes to specialty foods to the latest fashions at this Kelowna Mall. Find more than 160 shops at the largest shopping center in Kelowna area. http://www.orchardparkshopping.com/
Predator Ridge Golf Resort.
This 36-hole Kelowna golf course set on 1,200 acres of groomed fairways, lakes, streams and pine-studded ridges is a former host of the prestigious Skins game and is one of only two public courses to be named in the top 25 Canadian courses in Score magazine. Golf widows and widowers can relax at the on-site Aveda spa, www.predatorridge.com.
Shannon Lake Golf Course.
This challenging and beautiful 18-hole championship golf course with magnificent views is set among towering pines and lakes can be enjoyed by any age group, www.shannonlakegolf.com.
Ponderosa Golf Course.
This Greg Norman designed public golf course in Peachland is set to open in 2011. Be sure to bring your camera to this gorgeous golf course located at the base of the Pincushion Mountain, www.ponderosaliving.ca.
Two Eagles Golf Course.
A beautiful Les Furber designed 18-hole golf course with stunning scenery of the lake. This is a Kelowna golf course is great for all levels of golfers to practice their skills and enjoy the game of golf, www.twoeaglesgolf.com.
Okanagan Lavendar & Herb Farm.
Explore Okanagan Valley lavender fields and more than 60 varieties of lavender at this Okanagan Valley farm. Picnics encouraged. Plus pick up sachets, lavender sprays and other lavender products, www.oknaganlavender.com.
Prospera Place.
Take in everything from shows and concerts such as Cirque du Soleil or Elton John or a Kelowna Rockets hockey game at this downtown Kelowna arena, www.prosperaplace.com.
BC Orchard Industry Museum.
Discover the history of Okanagan Valley fruit growing at this museum with interactive interpretations on packing, processing, home preserving, and picking. A 50-foot working model railway is popular with kids, while the gift shop full of uniquely Okanagan items, such as original fruit crate labels, is popular with adults.
Kelowna Farmer's & Crafter's Market.
Every Wednesday and Saturday explore more than 150 stands selling everything from tempting baked goods to local fruits, nuts and vegetables at British Columbia's largest farmer's market. Look for special events such as the Corn or Cherry Festivals (including a cherry pitting spitting contest). Also look for chef Neil Schroeter dressed in his chef's whites and serving up grilled tortillas filled with scrambled eggs and his maple-cured bacon, www.kelownafarmersandcraftersmarket.com.
Kelowna Land & Orchard Co.
Head to this scenic British Columbia orchard for Guided wagon tours, a petting zoo and more. At the orchard cider tasting bar try four varieties of iced apple cider and a pear cider, made in a similar process as ice wine, www.k-l-o.com.
Gatze Orchards.
Head out on orchard tours, eat at the on-site restaurant and wander the fruit markets at this Okanagan Valley orchard.
Arlo's Honey Farm.
Enjoy a true farm experience exploring the honey and beekeeping. Private tours can be arranged, and of course you can take home plenty of honey and honey-related products, www.arloshoneyfarm.com.
Carmel's Goat Cheese Artisan.
Sample more than 20 types of goat cheese and dozens of goat's milk gelato, from the tasting room of this boutique British Columbia dairy farm on the east side of Okanagan Lake, www.carmelisgoatcheese.com.
Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park.
This 100-year-old nut farm and estate is the area's oldest and features lakeside walking trails and pick your own walnuts, hazelnuts and chestnuts, www.regionaldistrict.com.
