Downtown Nanaimo
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Popular places to visit
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
Old City Quarter
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo with a stop at Old City Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Long Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Pipers Lagoon Park
After visiting Pipers Lagoon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Neck Point Park
Neck Point Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Whale Watching Nanaimo Open Boat Tour
Nanaimo Whale Watching in a Semi-Covered Boat
Downtown Nanaimo Hotel Deals
Coast Bastion Hotel
"Awesome"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Nanaimo
"Excellent experience. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Best Western Dorchester Hotel
"Beautiful area and nice property. Located walking distance to multiple restaurants and shopping. I’d definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Painted Turtle Guesthouse (Hostel)
"I enjoyed my stay, for the price you can't go wrong. People's comments on the noise are accurate though! Bring ear plugs!"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
"Great hotel in a perfect location by the harbor. We have stayed here b4 and loved it.....that's why we r back!!"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
"Staff was good. Room had mold in the shower, damaged curtains, peeling wallpaper and artwork removed from the walls."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo
Central Nanaimo might not have many top sights, but Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Maffeo Sutton Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Departure Bay
While visiting Departure Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
Stephenson Point
Though Stephenson Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
