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Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, surrounded by Orchards you will find a wine experience like no other. Voted on Trip Advisor as the Number 1 Winery Experience in British Columbia, and Number 2 in Canada, The Vibrant Vine boasts beautifully crafted wines, amazing art by Phil Lewis, the proprietor’s eldest son, and numerous musical events throughout the year! As soon as you enter new Wine Shop you will be handed 3D glasses that will lead you into another world! Whether it is our Award winning Woops White Wine, or our red Merlin's Merlot, there are a great range of wines on each tasting bar! Join us for a Glass of Vibrante, our traditional method Sparkling Wines, listen to live music every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm, and enjoy delicious food all year long! The Vibrant Vine is an experience you don’t want to miss out on for your vacation at the Okanagan Valley!

TEMPORARILY CLOSED - Urban Distilleries is British Columbia's First Craft Distillery and now winery in the central Okanagan; a small batch micro-distillery producing top-shelf, award winning Okanagan Gin with lavender and apple, Vodkas, Espresso Vodka, naturally infused vodka's and Single Malt Whisky. At Urban Distilleries, each batch is hand crafted in Artesian copper stills Made from 100% British Columbian fruit, grains,and BC's finest pure glacier water without additives, chemicals or artificial flavours. Tasting room open to the public. Tours available.

Discover the natural and human history of Kelowna. Museums are living places, and that’s true of Kelowna’s flagship museum, the Okanagan Heritage Museum too. In fact, the entire permanent gallery has been reimagined! In spring 2019, we wrapped up a multi-year process that saw us overhaul our entire permanent gallery. Pay us a visit and enjoy our ‘new’ museum. Experience fascinating displays and learn how the Okanagan valley was formed, and why it supports tremendous biodiversity. Step into the world of the syilx/Okanagan people, and gain insights into their close connection to the land. Learn about the arrival of traders and settlers, and peer into the windows of an original “Chinatown” shop. Meet some individuals from Kelowna’s past and present, and be inspired by the Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame. This museum is also home to two important facilities: the Kelowna Public Archives and the Ursula Surtees Regional Conservation Laboratory.

The St Hubertus & Oak Bay Vineyards were originally planted in 1928 By J.W. Hughes during a time when agricultural land was plentiful.Since 1984 the Gebert Familys use sustainable farming practices on their 76 acre vineyard to produce wines that reflect the terroir of the north Okanagan Valley under the St Hubertus & Oak Bay Label. In 2003 the Okanagan Mountain Wild Fire destroyed the original winery and over 200 houses.

CedarCreek is founded on connections – to the land we care for and to the Okanagan Valley we call home. On our fifty-acre property along the shores of Lake Okanagan, Winemaker Taylor Whelan is building upon three decades of winemaking history, and defining a new chapter with our bright, expressive north Okanagan Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, and aromatic white wines. Deepen your appreciation for our region at our brand new 120-seat restaurant and tasting room. From the panoramic views of the lake, vines and valley, to the mouth-watering local menu, we create an adventure for all of your senses. Whether you’re stopping by for a tasting or to share a bottle and meal in the dining room, we want to help you fall in love with this land and all it offers.

Rob and Denise would like to welcome you to their estate winery located 15 minutes from downtown Kelowna. Come and visit our charming Medieval themed boutique winery with picnic area outside - we encourage guests to bring a lunch & enjoy the general splendor. Events & activities detailed on our website & Instagram .

We're located in South East Kelowna, in the heart of British Columbia's beautiful Okanagan Valley. Spectacular lake views, an historic old vineyard and our new state-of-the-art LEED Certified winery make visiting Tantalus Vineyards a one-of-a-kind experience. Enjoy premium quality, single-vineyard wines in a stunning gallery-style tasting room, surrounded by works of art from some of Canada's most highly-acclaimed artists. We're open year round, please check our website for hours and directions. A small tasting fee of $4 for 4 wine samples, will be waived with your wine purchase.

Okanagan Spirits is Western Canada's oldest craft distillery spanning over a decade in the production of award-winning B.C. spirits. Internationally acclaimed as North America's only designated World Class Distillery (World Spirits Awards), our portfolio includes a range of spirits from Vodka and Gin, Whisky, to Liqueurs and Brandies (Eau de Vie) as well as Canada's first genuine Absinthe.