Pictures of British Columbia

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Travel through Canada’s southwestern province to see the largest Pacific island in North America and one of the continent’s biggest ski resorts.

Surrounded by water, British Columbia’s capital is famous for its marine life and harbor, but there are also excellent museums and heritage buildings to explore.

Enjoy the panoramic river and sea views, sandy beaches, scenic forest trails and lively festivals of this charming ocean-side community on Vancouver Island.

Inhale intoxicating fragrances and marvel at the dazzling colors of these gardens, which host engaging events and family-friendly activities.

Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.

Be enticed by lakeside beaches, fertile orchard-lined valleys and a waterfall taller than Niagara in this region that overflows with dramatic scenery and history.

Inhale intoxicating fragrances and marvel at the dazzling colors of these gardens, which host engaging events and family-friendly activities.

Home to Vancouver’s gay village, this neighborhood is one of the city’s most densely populated and liveliest, with popular cafés, shops and nightclubs.

This picturesque city on the banks of Okanagan Lake is famous for its beach parks, golf courses, nature trails and wineries.

Sitting at the highest point in Vancouver on an extinct volcano is this green sanctuary offering panoramic views of the city.

Explore miles of trails that wind through stunning sub-alpine forest and look for wildlife and historical monuments in this expansive park.

Climb aboard the largest surviving stern-wheeler boat in British Columbia and explore the marine museum located on its restored upper decks.

These tranquil Japanese gardens, complete with koi ponds and a tea house, provide the ideal place to escape the bustle of the city. 

Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.

Venture into a coastal rainforest, stroll along waterside trails and study native and foreign plants at these beautiful botanical gardens. 

Experience island life on this Salish Sea archipelago, where you’ll find wineries, artists’ galleries, secluded beaches and protected forest reserves.

Dramatic Rocky Mountain vistas form the backdrop for a town filled with historic charm and exciting adventures. 

Sitting at the highest point in Vancouver on an extinct volcano is this green sanctuary offering panoramic views of the city.

Rise high above the trees to enjoy fabulous views over the beaches and cliffs of the west coast of Vancouver Island.

Look for wildlife in tidal pools, forests and out to sea when you visit this unspoiled beach on Vancouver Island’s west coast.

Inhale intoxicating fragrances and marvel at the dazzling colors of these gardens, which host engaging events and family-friendly activities.