Christie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Hike the shoreline and take in the stunning views of the Salish sea - you’ll be rewarded at the end when you spot the trust CRC lighthouse.
29 locals recommend
Cape Roger Curtis Lighthouse
1652 Whitesails DrHike the shoreline and take in the stunning views of the Salish sea - you’ll be rewarded at the end when you spot the trust CRC lighthouse.
Legend has it that Opa is the oldest living tree on Bowen Island at 1000 years! Located on the beautiful grounds of Xenia retreat.
Opa - The Ancient Tree
1599 Smith RdLegend has it that Opa is the oldest living tree on Bowen Island at 1000 years! Located on the beautiful grounds of Xenia retreat.
Food scene
Riley's Cidery
620 Laura RoadBeautiful venue! Amazing local cider - bring your own picnic :)
Great food, great coffee, great outdoor venue. Perfect for Sunday morning in the cove!
24 locals recommend
tell your friends cafe
400 Bowen Island Trunk RdGreat food, great coffee, great outdoor venue. Perfect for Sunday morning in the cove!
Spirits made locally! Funky vibe, delicious tasting menu. Saturday night - we’ve got you covered.
12 locals recommend
Copper Spirit Distillery
441 Bowen Island Trunk RdSpirits made locally! Funky vibe, delicious tasting menu. Saturday night - we’ve got you covered.
Snug Cafe The
445 Bowen Island Trunk RdDoc Morgan's Marina Pub & Restaurant
439 Bowen Island Trunk RdFun, family friendly dining in the cove.
Paradise Grill
433 Bowen Island Trunk RdDelicious hand helds in the cove! Burger & hot dog stand open seasonally.
Delicious Italian! Make a reservation for the wisteria covered patio dining :)
47 locals recommend
Tuscany Restaurant
451 Bowen Island Trunk RdDelicious Italian! Make a reservation for the wisteria covered patio dining :)
Bowen Sushi To Go
994 Dorman RdSushi & Korean fare at village square
Amazing pastries, delectable sandwiches and an ever evolving menu full of goodness. Beautiful venue with massive views of Howe sound & the mountains
41 locals recommend
Artisan Eats Café & Fine Foods
539 Artisan LnAmazing pastries, delectable sandwiches and an ever evolving menu full of goodness. Beautiful venue with massive views of Howe sound & the mountains
Like chocolate? You’ve found your place. Hot drinks, milk shakes, milk & dark chocolate & truffles ALL made on site!
29 locals recommend
Cocoa West Chocolatier
581 Artisan LnLike chocolate? You’ve found your place. Hot drinks, milk shakes, milk & dark chocolate & truffles ALL made on site!
Delicious Tapas & Spanish style food!!! Remember to reserve at this popular dining spot!
36 locals recommend
Barcelona Tapas & Wine Bar
449 Bowen Island Trunk RdDelicious Tapas & Spanish style food!!! Remember to reserve at this popular dining spot!
Home of tasty treats & the best cinnamon buns in town. Have a BLT made with fresh, thick slices of homemade bread or a mouth-watering brownie.
9 locals recommend
The Village Baker Cafe'
992 Dorman RdHome of tasty treats & the best cinnamon buns in town. Have a BLT made with fresh, thick slices of homemade bread or a mouth-watering brownie.
Retail Therapy
Squirrel on Bowen
435 Bowen Island Trunk RdResponsible shopping with a little spice!
Catching Stars Gallery
479 Bowen Island Trunk RoadAmazing kids toy & book store. Bonus - there’s a section for adults too with charming merchandise for cozy homes
9 locals recommend
Phoenix Books
992 Dorman RdAmazing kids toy & book store. Bonus - there’s a section for adults too with charming merchandise for cozy homes
Charming flower & gift shop - wile away your day browsing the lovely selection of plants & housewares.
Bowen Island Flower Shop
559 Artisan LnCharming flower & gift shop - wile away your day browsing the lovely selection of plants & housewares.
Wren Boutique
589 Artisan Ln
The Real Rapunzel
575 Artisan LaneCharming little shop located up the stairs at artisan square.
Groceries
The Ruddy has been providing healthy, organic & local groceries to residents & tourists alike for years. Coffee bar open from 11-4!
33 locals recommend
The Ruddy Potato
996 Dorman RdThe Ruddy has been providing healthy, organic & local groceries to residents & tourists alike for years. Coffee bar open from 11-4!
Get your hot dogs, Mac n cheese or s’mores supplies here! Bonus - there’s booze too!
27 locals recommend
Snug Cove General Store
471 Bowen Island Trunk RdGet your hot dogs, Mac n cheese or s’mores supplies here! Bonus - there’s booze too!
Health care
Cates Pharmacy
495 Bowen Island Trunk RdFor all your medicinal & personal care needs
Chiropractor, physio, massage therapy, the list goes on…located in the heart of snug cove.
Bowen Island Integrated Health
510 Bowen Island Trunk RoadChiropractor, physio, massage therapy, the list goes on…located in the heart of snug cove.
Acupuncture, Chinese medicine, massage & more. Check out the wellness centre at artisan square.
Bowen Island Wellness Centre
597 Artisan LnAcupuncture, Chinese medicine, massage & more. Check out the wellness centre at artisan square.
Family wellness treatments available by appointment by Acupuncturist & Homeopath Dr. Courtney Morris. Counselling support also offered.
Birch Wellness
566 Artisan LaneFamily wellness treatments available by appointment by Acupuncturist & Homeopath Dr. Courtney Morris. Counselling support also offered.
Visit Rie at her tiny cottage by the beach for a wonderful selection of relaxing massage services.
Whitesails Massage
1589 Whitesails DriveVisit Rie at her tiny cottage by the beach for a wonderful selection of relaxing massage services.
Experience Shiatsu massage with the talented practitioner Vicky. Balance your energy & emerge relaxed & refreshed.
Experience Shiatsu
301 Artisan LaneExperience Shiatsu massage with the talented practitioner Vicky. Balance your energy & emerge relaxed & refreshed.
Fitness
Drop in to pump some iron at the gym on bowen. Locally accessible at artisan square.
The Gym on Bowen
547 Artisan LnDrop in to pump some iron at the gym on bowen. Locally accessible at artisan square.
Nectar yoga holds weekend yoga classes on the pier in snug cove adjacent to the ferry. Get all bendy in the sunshine & head to tell your friends for a coffee post-stretch!
Nectar Yoga Retreat
720 Gardner LnNectar yoga holds weekend yoga classes on the pier in snug cove adjacent to the ferry. Get all bendy in the sunshine & head to tell your friends for a coffee post-stretch!
Beauty
Moss Hair Studio
201-996 Dorman RoadNeed to get your hair did? Kate can help you out!
Internationally recognized skin care products - when you want that Bowen glow!
7 locals recommend
Sangre de Fruta
563 Artisan LnInternationally recognized skin care products - when you want that Bowen glow!
Salon Calypso
301 Artisan LaneImpromptu hair needs? Try out salon calypso located right beside artisan eats.