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Family days out in
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Vancouver
Playland offers rides to match the most extreme thrillseeker to the slightly queasy stomach fairgoer. If it's games you seek, Playland's midway games section will keep your brain and hand/eye coordination busy. Interested in an adrenaline rush? Check...
Nanaimo
We definitely know how to please all ages. The facility is open year-round & we offer everything from the toddler friendly Tube 'N' Tunnel, to the adrenaline pumping Quad Lessons.
Osoyoos
Amusement park featuring an 18-hole mini golf, Go Karts (gas powered), bumper boats, Tumble Whirl, Tornado, rock climbing wall, bungee tree, tattoo parlour & ice cream parlour, gift store, arcade, concession stand & more.
Revelstoke
Situated in an old growth forest midway between Revelstoke & Sicamous on the Trans Canada Hwy, this unique attraction appeals to every age.
Nanaimo
Experience fun and adventure at WildPlay Nanaimo! This 7 ha (17 acre) park, set in a beautiful Douglas Fir forest and adjacent to the Nanaimo River, offers 4 outdoor adventures: Bungy Jump, King Swing, Monkido (tree-to-tree aerial adventure course) a...
Victoria
Fun for all the family including batting cages, go karts, mini golf, RV Park, Mr.Tubbs Ice Cream Parlour and family fun zone and lots more.
Surrey
The Newton Wave Pool offers a wealth of fun and excitement for swimmers of all ages! Our public swims are crammed full of great fun, wild activities, and prizes for the youngsters.
Vernon
Located 5 km north of Vernon in beautiful British Columbia, this popular vacation activity provides
hours of sun and water fun for all ages!
Vernon
Located 5 km north of Vernon in beautiful British Columbia, this popular vacation activity provides
hours of sun and water fun for all ages! Atlantis has 10 slides for all ages, including the
ever popular tube ride, the River Riot.
Richmond
A complete aquatic and fitness experience under one roof, including: 57 metre competition pool, 1 and 3 metre spring boards, 5 metre tower, wave pool with interactive water play structure, waterslides, steam room, sauna, and whirlpools.
Vancouver
Only 20 mins from downtown Vancouver, this waterfront property is an oasis for all travellers. Cycle or take a leisurely stroll on 20 km of riverside trails that connect to the hotel.
Osoyoos
One of the best places to be on those hot sunny summer days that Osoyoos is so famous for! We offer our guests grassy tent sites, shaded RV sites , all at very reasonable rates.
Cultus Lake
Whether you are on vacation or just taking a much needed break, watersliding is a great recreational activity. We are a family oriented park and provide our guests with rides for all ages. And for you thrill seekers, we have some of the most extreme ...
Aldergrove
We have many attractions including an educational dairy tour, hayrides, a fall pumpkin festival, apples from our orchard, and Christmas trees too! Check individual attractions for opening dates, times, booking procedures, etc.
North Vancouver
Capilano Salmon Hatchery was built below Cleveland Dam in order to rear and release the diminishing stock of both Coho Salmon and Steelhead Trout. The hatchery is an ideal environment for visitors to learn about the lifecycle of salmon.
Aldergrove
The Greater Vancouver Zoo is dedicated to preserving and protecting endangered species, and creating an educational environment that inspires appreciation and concern about wildlife and wild places, while providing a pleasant recreational setting for...
Surrey
The Historic Stewart Farm is located in Elgin Heritage Park in South Surrey, BC. This picturesque site interprets the time period 1890-1920. Features include a furnished farmhouse, pole barn with agricultural tools and machinery, boathouse, threshin...
Surrey
Honeybee Centre is dedicated to bringing the benefits of the honeybee to people everywhere through our Beekeeping Services, our Country Store, our Visitor and Learning Centre, and our New On-Line Store.
Pitt Meadows
At Honeyland we offer interactive and educational, private and public bee tours where kids and grown-ups will discover the marvelous world of honeybees and modern bee-keeping. The breathtaking view of the surrounding fields is a picture perfect way t...
Richmond
London Heritage Farm is a 4.06 acre historical site that overlooks the south arm of the Fraser River. The site offers a 1880's farmhouse in a park-like setting with lovely heritage and herb gardens, the restored Spragg family barn, old farming equipm...
North Vancouver
Officially opened to the public in 1975, and now home to over 200 domestic animals and birds, Maplewood Farm strives to provide a unique experience, incorporating enjoyment, education and a recollection of the rural heritage of this pastoral 5 acre s...
New Westminster
The Petting Farm is a place of excitement and adventure for visitors of all ages. Learn about animals and the important roles they have in our world. The farm provides summer accommodation for just about every barn yard animal you can imagine..
Maple Ridge
Amongst the tall timbers, fern laden forest floor and gently flowing creek waters, come spend an hour, half the day or a full day in the company of Raptors in this, a very tranquil setting!
Delta
Winter home of the Lesser Snow Goose and one of Canada's top bird-watching sites in the heart of the Fraser River estuary, one hour's drive from the City of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Surrey
The extensive freshwater marshes, and the small tidal brackish water marsh are important to wildlife populations, including birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, fish and insects. The wildlife and habitats of SWA can be experienced via the many kilom...
Delta
We would be delighted for you to visit OWL and have a guided tour of our permanent birds. The Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society is a non-profit organization whose volunteers are dedicated to public education and the rehabilitation and release ...
Langley
Thunderbird Show Park holds Seven Major Hunter & Jumper show tournaments a year and hosts a variety of different equestrian events and shows. We welcome any type of event so please contact us for availability of buildings and dates.
Vancouver
The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre is a self-supporting, non-profit association dedicated to effecting the conservation of aquatic life through display and interpretation, education, research, and direct action. Visit us today!
Brentwood Bay
Victoria Butterfly Gardens were designed and built specifically to showcase the life cycle and free flight of tropical butterflies and moths. The 12,000 sq ft enclosure is a riot of tropical colour, aroma's and personalities.
Victoria
Visit the amazing Pacific Undersea Gardens and GO DEEP in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. See the Live Dive Show in our exclusive Undersea Theatre on the bottom of the sea!
Victoria
Eagle Wing Tours is a locally owned and family operated marine adventure eco-tourism company. Based in our floating sales office and interpretive centre at the historic Fisherman's Wharf in the inner harbour, Eagle Wing offers a premium experience fo...
Kamloops
Be prepared for a major expedition in experiencing indigenous wildlife of Super Natural British Columbia, where there is more species diversity than any other province in Canada! The Park features over 65 species of wildlife spread out over 50 hectar...
Prince George
Noahs Ark Adventureland is a running farm that provides fun and entertainment for the whole family. We offer hay rides, sleigh rides, birthday parties and pony rides. We have a petting zoo, play in the hay, playground, ball tent, gift shop, photo sho...
New Westminster
The Bug Lab is an educational company that offers mail-order sales for educational and teaching products related to arthropods, entomology and nature.
Victoria
Our Farm is located within beautiful Beacon Hill Park in Victoria, B.C. We take pride in being able to bring the farm animal experience into the city where some children may never see such animals up close in real life. Our hands on approach teaches ...
Sidney
The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre showcases the extraordinary marine life in the waters surrounding the Gulf Islands. From plankton to Puget Sound King crabs, wolf eels to giant Pacific octopus, the vast aquatic exhibits fascinate visitors of all ages.
Ucluelet
We provide a stimulating ”hands on“ learning environment. Visitors can take comfort in knowing that the well being of our display specimens is a primary concern.
Vancouver
Dive into another world at the Vancouver Aquarium in Stanley Park, home to over 70,000 fascinating creatures. Come face to face with curious beluga whales, discover marine mammals from the Pacific Northwest including acrobatic dolphins, sea otters an...
Coombs
Imagine strolling through Tropical Gardens filled with trees, plants, flowers and butterflies from around the world. Enjoy rare tropical plants with the exotic aromas and flashes of color. Wonder at the glorious colours of butterfly as they fly, sip ...
Langley
Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre Society is a dedicated Canadian non-profit society, whose mission is to save our Canadian wildlife from extinction by operating 'breeding and return' conservation programs for these very rare & endangere...
VIctoria
Welcome to the amazing world of insects and spiders. A visit to this must see minature zoo offers visitors an excellent opportunity to view and experience multi-legged creatures from around the world in a safe, fun and friendly atmosphere.
Surrey
Visit the Bees & Bugs Lab at Honeybee Centre! Meet live insects, learn about their habitat, discover what they eat and where they live in the wild. See LIVE bees and watch a live beekeeping demonstration on Sat & Sun, May - September, weather permitt...
Fort Langley
Fort Langley is the exact location where, a century and a half ago, a huge fur trade organization called the Hudson's Bay Company established a small post to trade with the First Nations of the West Coast.
Vancouver
The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre is a non-profit community resource. Through innovative programming, exhibits, and activities, our goal is to educate, inspire and evoke a sense of wonder about the Universe,our planet and space exploration.
North Vancouver
Lonsdale Quay features a fresh food market with local products, an international food court, specialty shops featuring local designers, kids shops & play area, restaurants & a boutique hotel and spa, your visit at the market is sure to be an unforget...
North Vancouver
Visit our natural history museum and the temperate rainforest! This stunning and lush forest ecosystem extends from Alaska to northern California. Walk through the trails of Lynn Canyon and its surrounding areas.
Vancouver
The Museum of Anthropology is located on the campus of the University of British Columbia, twenty minutes from downtown Vancouver. The museum is also a ten minute walk from the main bus loop on campus.
New Westminster
Get immersed in the treasures of our exciting past while exploring events and artefacts from the City's early days. From sternwheelers to maypoles, visitors can glimpse back in time and see what life was like for British Columbia pioneers.
Vancouver
Construction has started on a $35 million facelift that will see a renewed, greener building surrounded by hands-on outdoor science experiences that will benefit the community for years to come. But no worries, we’re staying open!
Vancouver
The Gallery stands in the centre of a city recognized as a nurturing ground for artistic talent. Through cutting-edge exhibitions, we feature the work of leaders in the field of contemporary art and Vancouver's internationally renowned artists.
Hudsons Hope
In northeast British Columbia, near the town of Hudson's Hope, is Williston Lake, the largest reservoir in the province. The Peace River flows out of the eastern edge of Williston through the Peace River Canyon.
Barkerville
Each year, thousands of visitors from all over the world travel to the foothills of the Cariboo mountains to take in this one of a kind heritage attraction, much like miners and prospectors did during the original gold rushes.
Vancouver
Due to Phase II construction of BC Place, the BC Sports Hall of Fame is not open to the public. We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused and we look forward to being a part of the BC Place community in 2011. Please keep visiting our we...
Fort Steele
Enjoy old-time farming demonstrations, ice-cream making, train rides and horse-drawn wagon tours. Try gold panning, watch live theatre performances and observe the museum displays. Or simply enjoy the view in a Kootenay Rockies setting.
Victoria
Welcome to the little people's Wonderful World of Smallness, walk down its road -- step into the Story Books of fact, fiction and fantasy. Return to those fond memories of yesteryear, those childhood dreams and history's greatest moments!
Quesnel
Cottonwood House Historic Site is located 26 kilometres east of Quesnel, BC, CANADA. It is a preserved road house on the Gold Rush Trail to Barkerville Historic Town.
Cache Creek
Historic Hat Creek Ranch offers a rare opportunity to explore the original buildings of a key location in the transportation history of the Cariboo.The site also present the story of early use of the valley by people of the Shuswap Nation and their m...
Prince George
The various galleries at the museum explore the history of various themes. Some of the galleries include the First Nations People, the Fort George Sports Hall of Fame, The Exploration Gallery, Critter Kitchen, Nature Exchange and the Paleontology Gal...
Prince George
The Huble Homestead is a living historic site that offers tours of heritage buildings such as the Huble House, Salmon Valley Post Office, and the Animal Shelter.
Hazelton
Found within Gitxan territory, Ksan Historical Village and MUseum stands where the village of Gitanmaax has excisted for centuries. As a replicated ancient village, Ksan illustrates many features of a Gitxsan village from the distant past.
Revelstoke
In the late 19th century, the Selkirk Mountains of south-eastern British Columbia were the last great obstacle to the completion of a transcontinental railway line.
Fort St. James
Originally established by Simon Fraser for the North West Company in 1806, this place displays the largest group of original wooden buildings representing the fur trade in Canada. The story revolves around the relationships and interactions between t...
Vancouver
Adventure Zone is an indoor playground offering loads of fun for children and toddlers. A play space with four levels of climbing structures and nets, slides, tunnels and ball pit will entertain kids for hours and help them burn off some of their see...
Langley
Captain Kid's is located in the Sportsplex adjacent to the Roller Hockey arenas. Captain Kid's recomends long pants, socks and long sleeves to prevent slide burn.
Langley
Chuck E. Cheese's features age appropriate games, rides, prizes, food and entertainment that children of all ages from toddlers to big kids will love. We also provide great food for the family including freshly baked pizzas and a garden fresh salad b...
Maple Ridge
A new way to play and party! Club Cariboo is designed for toddlers and children up to ten years old. Our playground is designed to fulfill your child's expectations for fun.
Coquitlam
Crash Crawly's is a place where fun reigns supreme. It provides a number of fun activities to entertain our small guests. It's best described as a family entertainment centre providing pro-active activities focused on children 3 years to 12 years of ...
Richmond
Fun4Kidz Playcentre at Aberdeen Centre in Richmond and at Park Royal Shopping Centre in West Vancouver offer a Clean, Safe and Fun environment for your whole family to relax and enjoy.
Langley
Go Bananas Playcenter provides safe, fun, and affordable entertainment for children 12 months - 12 years of age. With our multi-level soft playground, concession, seating and birthday party areas, Go Bananas has been a family favorite for nearly 10 y...
Pitt Meadows
Come on down or swing on by our very own, adventure jungle for hours of fun and excitement. Whether it be zapping each other in our 3 storey lazer arena, sliding down our 21ft water effect slides, shooting your friends in our banana splat ball pit, y...
Vancouver
The Kerrisdale Community Centre Society, in partnership with the Vancouver Park Board, brings you the Kerrisdale Play Palace located at the Kerrisdale Arena. The Play Palace runs late April to late August each year and is ideal for families with chil...
Port Moody
At Koko's children are provided with the opportunity to participate in various activities, which promote physical fitness, socialization, and creative expression.
Langley
THE ULTIMATE GAME: Imagine, your heart beats faster than the laser beam that just ripped by you at 186,000 miles per second. You scream with exhilaration, you shake with adrenaline.. your senses come alive!
Langley
Indoor play park for kids! The Great Escape is a brand new Family Entertainment Center that opened in 2008 in Langley. We are a one of kind Indoor Theme park with 20,000 square feet of fun.
There are so many fun places to go with kids in British Columbia - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks,
water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), historical places of
interest, activities and indoor play centres for toddlers as well as the usual family tourist attractions - take a look
below, lots of the best things to do with children in BC
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