The 10 Best Things to do in Ganges, Salt Spring Island

Right on the sandy beach in downtown Ganges, BEACHSiDE is like a mini resort and offers year-round vacation rental, café, spa and adventure options primarily on Salt Spring Island and in the Gulf Islands including: kayaking and paddle board tours, rentals, lessons and sales. This is a completely renovated historic building. Please come by and experience BEACHSiDE for yourself.

A single artist gallery on one of Canada's Gulf Islands. Really an Art Lovers Getaway. Jill travels and paints in various parts of the world. She has many collections on her website and over 300 paintings currently in print. Jill has had galleries of her own for more than 20 years. Her personal gallery on Salt Spring Island is definitely the best place to view her art plus have a chance to meet in person. She paints primarily in watercolour but that tends to be just the start as she then incorporates prayer flags... Pen and ink... Gold leaf and whatever gives the effect she is seeking. Always vibrant and uplifting.The gallery is now open daily in the summer and three days a week the rest of the year.

Join our local guides in a small group setting for a unique tour of Salt Spring Island. We offer tours that can include: guided nature walks, visits to the Saturday Market, artist studios, cheesemaker, vineyards/cideries/distillery/brewery, and farms, walking tour of Ganges, and talks on local history and culture. We offer private tours and charters - please contact us for more information.

This is Ganges new public library with a nice selction of books, open to the public.

Steffich Fine Art, Salt Spring Island was established in 1992 by owner Matt Steffich. Over the last twenty-three years, the gallery has become an island "must see" for artists and collectors. We have hosted shows for nationally noted artists Norval Morrisseau, Jack Shadbolt, Abraham Anghik Ruben and Robert Bateman. Featuring an incredibly talented and diverse group of artists from Salt Spring Island and across Canada, Steffich Fine Art has carefully curated a unique cross section of world class talent. From photography to sculpture, painting to ceramics, we have something for every artistic taste. Drop by for a laugh and a cup full of creative inspiration. We are open 7 days a week, rain or shine.

In the cedar-clad barn, nestled among the lovingly nurtured gardens of our enchanting country estate, we welcome you to experience exceptional service from our expert therapists. The relaxing and healthful offerings at our spa include a variety of massages, facials & body treatments.

ArtCraft is the longest running fine arts and crafts shows in BC and the home to the work of over 100 fine artists and craftspeople, representing the very best of Salt Spring and the Gulf Islands. On show is everything imaginable from fine oil paintings, ceramics, woodwork, jewelry, basketry, fibre arts to handmade soaps.Located in downtown Ganges, in historic Mahon hall, it is one of the "must see" attractions of any visit to Salt Spring.

Looking for some summer adventure? Come see us for a Stand Up Paddleboard or Scooter rental! Both are great ways to explore our beautiful Salt Spring Island. First timers welcome! We give you an operational run down and all the gear you need to be set up for a great outing.