Stops of Interest

Outdoor recreation activities such as hiking, cycling, canoeing and other water based activities form an important part of the touring market. In addition, destination outdoor recreation activities have been developed to attract resident and non-resident visitors to the region.

Leading attractions include golfing, trail riding, fishing and water sports in the summer season and downhill and cross-country skiing in the winter.

Below are a few stops of interest in Kelowna:

1. Knox Mountain Park

   Climb Knox Mountain Park and take an unparalleled view of the lake and the city. A photographer's must! Follow Ellis Street north all the way to the end.

2. Water Front Park

   Kelowna's scenic waterfront features a winding promenade, lagoons and and island amphitheater. Water Street between Cawston Avenue and Gaston Avenue. Learn more about Okanagan Lakeshore

3. Kelowna Art Gallery

   Whether you enjoy contemporary or historical paintings, sculpture or crafts, photography or printmaking, this newly opened gallery displays a wide range of art from around the world. 1315 Water Street Map of Kelowna BC

4. Orchard Industry / Wine Museum

   Built originally as a packing house in 1917, the Laurel is Kelowna's first designated heritage building. Both museums welcome visitors year round for tours and special events. 1304 Ellis Street.

5. Kelowna Museum

   Exhibition themes at this museum include Natural History, Native History and Local History. It houses the only Ethnography Gallery in the interior of the province. 470 Queensway

6. Kasugai Gardens

   Created by Kelowna farmer Roy Tanaka, this splendid example of a Japanese garden is a serene harbour of peace for visitors to enjoy, a re-creation of nature in miniature. North of Queensway behind City Hall.

7. City Park

   The largest city beach park offers a long and sandy beach. Activities for all ages ranging from lawn bowling to sailboat rentals to a Children's Water park. Abbot Street between Harvey Avenue and Bernard Avenue.

8. Veendam Gardens

   These beautiful gardens located within City Park are a tribute to Kelowna's Dutch sister city Veendam. The gardens offer a multitude of colourful flower displays as well as a cenotaph. Located in City Park.

9. Mission Creek Park

   Boarding Mission Creek, this park offers a playground, picnic tables and hiking trails in a quiet setting. Come and see the spawning of Kokanee Salmon from mid-to-late September. Springfield Road past Orchard Park Mall.

10. EECO

    An environmental education centre for the Okanagan offering environmental displays year-round, including a composting education garden. Located in Mission Creek Park.

11. Benvoulin Heritage Church

    Built in 1892 in the Gothic Revival style featuring high ceilings, vaulted arches and steeples, this picturesque church served the community until 1964. 2279 Benvoulin Road.

12. Father Pandosy Mission

    In 1860, Father Pandosy started this mission in order to convert natives, traders an new settlers. Since then it has been completely refurbished and contains Kelowna's oldest structure.

13. Guisachan Heritage Park

    A Gaelic word meaning "place of firs", Guisachan house was designed in the Indian colonial bungalow style. It now includes a restaurant and is surrounded by a marvelous example of an Edwardian garden. 1060 Cameron Avenue

14. Geert Maas Sculpture Gardens

    Internationally acclaimed artist Geert Maas invites the public to explore his exceptional sculpture gardens, indoor gallery and studio. 250 Reynolds Road.