Guidebook for Kelowna
Food Scene
Warm, cozy, casually elegant. Delicious food, great service and fabulous wine pairings! Walking distance from our house.
May want to make reservations on weekends.
54 locals recommend
The Fixx Cafe
3275 Lakeshore RdWarm, cozy, casually elegant. Delicious food, great service and fabulous wine pairings! Walking distance from our house.
May want to make reservations on weekends.
Excellent authentic mexican food and delicious margaritas to accompany.
21 locals recommend
Hector's Casa
2911 Pandosy StExcellent authentic mexican food and delicious margaritas to accompany.
Small diner tucked away in the north end of Kelowna. Excellent food all made from scratch and to order. Would highly recommend weekend breakfast and the blackberry ketchup is a must try!
20 locals recommend
Okanagan Street Food
812 Crowley AveSmall diner tucked away in the north end of Kelowna. Excellent food all made from scratch and to order. Would highly recommend weekend breakfast and the blackberry ketchup is a must try!
Cute eclectic coffee shop walking distance from our house. Good coffee and tasty food made from scratch. The cosmic cookies are my personal favorite!
26 locals recommend
Bean Scene Pandosy Village
2942 Pandosy StCute eclectic coffee shop walking distance from our house. Good coffee and tasty food made from scratch. The cosmic cookies are my personal favorite!
Really yummy breakfast and tasty mimosas. Eclectic bohemian decor. Suggestions are eggs benedict and the honeybush tea.
146 locals recommend
Bohemian Café & Catering Co.
524 Bernard AveReally yummy breakfast and tasty mimosas. Eclectic bohemian decor. Suggestions are eggs benedict and the honeybush tea.
I recommend the London Fog and their squirrely bar
39 locals recommend
Pulp Fiction Coffee House & Robbie Rare Books
1598 Pandosy StI recommend the London Fog and their squirrely bar
Essentials
Within a 5 minute walk. Largest and most affordable groceries in the area. Also sells Okanagan wine.
62 locals recommend
Save-On-Foods
3175 Lakeshore RdWithin a 5 minute walk. Largest and most affordable groceries in the area. Also sells Okanagan wine.
Within a 5 min walk. Health food store also with a licensed buffet style restaurant and occasional live music. A little more pricey than the Save On Foods next door.
76 locals recommend
Urban Fare
3155 Lakeshore RdWithin a 5 min walk. Health food store also with a licensed buffet style restaurant and occasional live music. A little more pricey than the Save On Foods next door.
Kelowna General Hospital
2268 Pandosy StKelowna General Hospital is only 2km away.
Real Canadian Superstore
2280 Baron RdCheapest grocery store in Kelowna
Drinks & Nightlife
BNA is a social house with indoor bocce and shuffleboard along with a great selection of beer on tap. Comfortable vibe whether you're in jeans and a t-shirt or dressed up for the evening. Growler fills available here. Located downtown Kelowna.
270 locals recommend
BNA Brewing Co. & Eatery
1250 Ellis StBNA is a social house with indoor bocce and shuffleboard along with a great selection of beer on tap. Comfortable vibe whether you're in jeans and a t-shirt or dressed up for the evening. Growler fills available here. Located downtown Kelowna.
Fun place to hang out and try some of their in house beers. They have games and cards that can be used while hanging out. Growler fills are available here.
57 locals recommend
Tree Brewing Company
1346 Water StFun place to hang out and try some of their in house beers. They have games and cards that can be used while hanging out. Growler fills are available here.
Way larger than looks from outside. Warehouse vibe with large wooden tables and couches. Often used for live music venue. Located downtown Kelowna
53 locals recommend
Sandhill Wines
1125 Richter StWay larger than looks from outside. Warehouse vibe with large wooden tables and couches. Often used for live music venue. Located downtown Kelowna
Mission Hill Family Estate welcomes guests throughout the year for inspired Winery Tours and Wine Tastings. Please join us for these signature tour experiences that are renowned for enriching the senses and satisfying curiosities. Our guests will gain first-hand understanding of our winemaking philosophy at Mission Hill Family Estate, as well as insights into the factors that make Okanagan Wine Country so unique and special. Visit the winery's exclusive underground Barrel Cellars and experience the winery's vast art collection, including one-of-a-kind sculptures. Each tour culminates with a personalized tasting of Mission Hill's award-winning wines in one of our Private Tasting Salons.
388 locals recommend
Mission Hill Family Estate Winery
1730 Mission Hill RdMission Hill Family Estate welcomes guests throughout the year for inspired Winery Tours and Wine Tastings. Please join us for these signature tour experiences that are renowned for enriching the senses and satisfying curiosities. Our guests will gain first-hand understanding of our winemaking philosophy at Mission Hill Family Estate, as well as insights into the factors that make Okanagan Wine Country so unique and special. Visit the winery's exclusive underground Barrel Cellars and experience the winery's vast art collection, including one-of-a-kind sculptures. Each tour culminates with a personalized tasting of Mission Hill's award-winning wines in one of our Private Tasting Salons.
Summerhill was officially designated as a member of the Canadian Signature Experiences collection by the Canadian Tourism Commission with the program's launch in 2011. The 'Discover Pyramid Power' Signature Experience invites you to tour our sacred geometric pyramid wine cellar, taste the award winning organic wines, and pair them with farm-to-table cuisine in our Sunset Organic Bistro. The CTC believes that the collection exemplifies a breadth of unique, authentic Canadian travel experiences that shows the world what Canada’s tourism brand is all about.
266 locals recommend
Summerhill Pyramid Winery
4870 Chute Lake RdSummerhill was officially designated as a member of the Canadian Signature Experiences collection by the Canadian Tourism Commission with the program's launch in 2011. The 'Discover Pyramid Power' Signature Experience invites you to tour our sacred geometric pyramid wine cellar, taste the award winning organic wines, and pair them with farm-to-table cuisine in our Sunset Organic Bistro. The CTC believes that the collection exemplifies a breadth of unique, authentic Canadian travel experiences that shows the world what Canada’s tourism brand is all about.
Mission Tap House
3110 Lakeshore RdPub within a 5 minute walk. Pool, darts and shuffleboard.
Kelowna largest casino. Has slot machines and table games including a poker room.
56 locals recommend
Playtime Casino Kelowna
1300 Water StKelowna largest casino. Has slot machines and table games including a poker room.
Parks & Nature
Beautiful Regional District Park with hiking trails and a large concentration of Kelowna's outdoor rock climbing.
10 locals recommend
Johns Family Nature Conservancy
6970 Chute Lake RdBeautiful Regional District Park with hiking trails and a large concentration of Kelowna's outdoor rock climbing.
Originally built by hand at the turn of the last century, this impressive landmark is highlighted by 2 tunnels and 18 trestle bridges that are too spectacular for words. You can hike it. Or you can rent a bike through Myra Canyon Bike Rentals and cycle it.
242 locals recommend
Myra Canyon Trestles - Myra Station
Myra Forest Service RoadOriginally built by hand at the turn of the last century, this impressive landmark is highlighted by 2 tunnels and 18 trestle bridges that are too spectacular for words. You can hike it. Or you can rent a bike through Myra Canyon Bike Rentals and cycle it.
A walking stick is advisable. There is some very steep trail and footing can be slippery, especially on the way down due to loose gravel. Be sure to take water with you. Oh, and a camera as well.
The trek up can take 40-60 minutes. A fit person on a mission to create a personal best, can go from the trailhead gate at Chateau on the Ridge, to the Summit in under 40 minutes. But why rush? There are rest stops along the way, and absolutely beautiful views. You might even see some deer, a garter snake or grouse. If you picnic at the summit, pack out what you pack in.
63 locals recommend
Pincushion Mountain Hiking Trail
4639 Ponderosa DrA walking stick is advisable. There is some very steep trail and footing can be slippery, especially on the way down due to loose gravel. Be sure to take water with you. Oh, and a camera as well.
The trek up can take 40-60 minutes. A fit person on a mission to create a personal best, can go from the trailhead gate at Chateau on the Ridge, to the Summit in under 40 minutes. But why rush? There are rest stops along the way, and absolutely beautiful views. You might even see some deer, a garter snake or grouse. If you picnic at the summit, pack out what you pack in.
Knox Mountain Park is the City of Kelowna’s largest Natural Area Park. The park is 310 hectares (766 acres) in size and is located immediately north of Kelowna’s downtown.
The summit of Knox Mountain rises approximately 300 metres above the high water level of Okanagan Lake. The size, height, central location and natural amenities make this park a landmark that is a highly desirable destination for residents and tourists alike. Views to the park from the City and views from the park of the City, lake, and surrounding mountains are unparalleled. The park supports numerous activities including but not limited to walking, running, hiking, pedal biking (road, cross country and downhill)
401 locals recommend
Knox Mountain Park
450 Knox Mountain DrKnox Mountain Park is the City of Kelowna’s largest Natural Area Park. The park is 310 hectares (766 acres) in size and is located immediately north of Kelowna’s downtown.
The summit of Knox Mountain rises approximately 300 metres above the high water level of Okanagan Lake. The size, height, central location and natural amenities make this park a landmark that is a highly desirable destination for residents and tourists alike. Views to the park from the City and views from the park of the City, lake, and surrounding mountains are unparalleled. The park supports numerous activities including but not limited to walking, running, hiking, pedal biking (road, cross country and downhill)
Kalamoir Beach
3041 Collens Hill RdBeauty Hiking Trails along Okanagan Lake and a nice quiet beach.
Kal lake has the most beautiful green water and is warmer than Okanagan lake. A definite must see if visiting the Okanagan. Great for boating, swimming and hanging out for the day.
119 locals recommend
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park
Kal lake has the most beautiful green water and is warmer than Okanagan lake. A definite must see if visiting the Okanagan. Great for boating, swimming and hanging out for the day.
Massive boulder field that goes on and on and on. Thousands of established rock climbs including sport climbs and bouldering. Even if you don't rock climb this is a very cool place to hike around for the day.
The Boulder Fields
Massive boulder field that goes on and on and on. Thousands of established rock climbs including sport climbs and bouldering. Even if you don't rock climb this is a very cool place to hike around for the day.
Awesome family friendly ski resort in the winter and as of summer of 2017 there will be lift assisted mountain biking trails. Also a beauty spot to hike and explore for the day.
162 locals recommend
Big White Ski Resort Ltd
5315 Big White RdAwesome family friendly ski resort in the winter and as of summer of 2017 there will be lift assisted mountain biking trails. Also a beauty spot to hike and explore for the day.
Crawford Falls
Short, steep hike down to a large, beautiful waterfall.
One of Kelowna's most popular beaches and it's only a 5 minute walk. Great spots for families with a playground a rope swing in water.
198 locals recommend
Boyce-Gyro Beach Park
3400 Lakeshore RdOne of Kelowna's most popular beaches and it's only a 5 minute walk. Great spots for families with a playground a rope swing in water.
Beautiful beach next to bird sanctuary and behind the Delta hotel. One of Kelowna's quieter beaches.
41 locals recommend
Tugboat Bay
Waterfront ParkBeautiful beach next to bird sanctuary and behind the Delta hotel. One of Kelowna's quieter beaches.
Entertainment & Activities
Modo Yoga
2900 Pandosy StWonderful hot yoga studio only a few blocks away
Swimming pool w slides, diving boards, a lazy river, hot tub and indoor flowrider. Also has a fitness facility with a gym, group fitness classes and childminding.
105 locals recommend
H2O Fitness + Adventure Centre
4075 Gordon DrSwimming pool w slides, diving boards, a lazy river, hot tub and indoor flowrider. Also has a fitness facility with a gym, group fitness classes and childminding.
Little platforms way, way above your head. Dozens of ziplines whizzing everywhere. A gravity-powered jump that makes your palms sweat. More suspended ladders, bridges, nets, and obstacle games than you can count. The swing so giant and fast that it makes your vision blur. Some call it crazy, or thrilling – kinda terrifying, or surprisingly intense.
When life feels boring, too cozy, or is just missing something, it’s a signal to push at the edges of your comfort zone. Imagine what a little nudge (or a big ‘ol leap) into a new aerial adventure will bring. Fun? Challenge? Adrenaline? At WildPlay, that’s only the beginning. Let your fear out to play.
21 locals recommend
WildPlay Element Parks Kelowna
5983 Hwy 33Little platforms way, way above your head. Dozens of ziplines whizzing everywhere. A gravity-powered jump that makes your palms sweat. More suspended ladders, bridges, nets, and obstacle games than you can count. The swing so giant and fast that it makes your vision blur. Some call it crazy, or thrilling – kinda terrifying, or surprisingly intense.
When life feels boring, too cozy, or is just missing something, it’s a signal to push at the edges of your comfort zone. Imagine what a little nudge (or a big ‘ol leap) into a new aerial adventure will bring. Fun? Challenge? Adrenaline? At WildPlay, that’s only the beginning. Let your fear out to play.
Shopping
MEC Kelowna
1876 Cooper RdMountain Equipment Co-op. One stop shop for all outdoor gear and clothing needs.
Orchard Park Shopping Centre
2271 Harvey AveKelowna's one and only shopping mall.
Arts & Culture
The Kelowna Art Gallery is located in the heart of Kelowna’s Cultural District in downtown Kelowna, BC. We offer visitors the opportunity to explore changing exhibitions of both historical and contemporary Canadian art in our four gallery spaces, including an outdoor courtyard area.
We offer art classes and workshops for adults and teens in the fall and winter, and art camps during spring and summer breaks for children. Our popular Family Sundays offer visitors the chance to get creative with guided hands-on art activities based on a new theme each week, after they get inspired by the current exhibitions on view. We also have a permanent collection of upwards of 800 works of art.
98 locals recommend
Kelowna Art Gallery
1315 Water StThe Kelowna Art Gallery is located in the heart of Kelowna’s Cultural District in downtown Kelowna, BC. We offer visitors the opportunity to explore changing exhibitions of both historical and contemporary Canadian art in our four gallery spaces, including an outdoor courtyard area.
We offer art classes and workshops for adults and teens in the fall and winter, and art camps during spring and summer breaks for children. Our popular Family Sundays offer visitors the chance to get creative with guided hands-on art activities based on a new theme each week, after they get inspired by the current exhibitions on view. We also have a permanent collection of upwards of 800 works of art.
Kelowna Actors Studio Inc. (KAS) was formed in May of 2003 to produce vibrant, exciting presentations of the world's best loved Broadway productions, present fun, challenging and enriching learning experiences for students of all ages, become the premiere forerunner and prime example of a high quality theatre company and enrich the cultural landscape of the Okanagan valley
24 locals recommend
Kelowna Actors Studio
1379 Ellis StKelowna Actors Studio Inc. (KAS) was formed in May of 2003 to produce vibrant, exciting presentations of the world's best loved Broadway productions, present fun, challenging and enriching learning experiences for students of all ages, become the premiere forerunner and prime example of a high quality theatre company and enrich the cultural landscape of the Okanagan valley