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The 10 Best Things to do in Prince George, Canada
Hub of the North, host of the 2015 Canada Winter Games and one of BC’s friendliest, most outgoing communities, Prince George is a vital crossroad for Northern British Columbia. Located at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, where Highways 97 and 16 launch road-trippers on a variety of adventures, PG is a regional centre for shopping, arts and sports, where industry and innovation coexist, outdoor recreation is a way of life, and northern wilderness and urban amenities converge.
Restaurants in Prince George
1. Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By ReanneLondon
We came here two days in a row on our family visit to Prince George, it is a great place for middle school and under aged children! The park is immediately adjacent to Exploration place and includes and excellent and well kept outdoor playground for all ages (with free washrooms onsite, a huge plus!) as well as a great little splash pad area, plus the train, and children's garden. Hours of fun both indoors and out. I would highly recommend a visit and plan to stay a few hours at least.
2. Cottonwood Island Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
This park is bordered by 2 rivers, lots of walking trails, dogs are welcome, viewing platforms over the Nechako River. And hidden carvings on some of the big cottonwood trees. Picnic tables, benches & covered picnic open buildings at different ends of the park.
Reviewed By Z6765BZsimonp - Prince George, Canada
Feed birds from your hand as you walk along to river. Feels like you have completely left the city. Beautiful!!!
3. Prince George Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By B463VUvivianm
Whether you are local or a tourist, this is a must see location. The train cars are laid out well and kept up... well worth the visit. And walking through the grounds you can see wildlife and get a feel for the history of the railway. Ride the narrow-gauge train - nobody is too young or old to ride it. Near Christmas, they have their spectacular light display and inside the buildings are all done up - they have a bon-fire going and inside the gift shop they have santa and Mrs. Clause.
4. Huble Homestead Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Huble Homestead is a heritage site located at the base of the historic Giscome Portage. Originally a homestead and fur trading post, the site has been restored to its 1915 condition. The site is currently closed for the winter months, but in the summer is open to the public for tours, self guided activities, lunch and shopping in the General Store. Huble Homestead is located 40 km north of Prince George, just off Hwy 97 on Mitchell Road. Admission is by donation.
5. Purden Lake Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By kerrym965 - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
My hubby and I needed to stop along the way for the night and came upon the park we pulled into a spot and the local warden comes around to collect the fees. Make sure to have cash. Its first come first serve. There are flush toilets but no showers. We were in a camper so no big deal. The lots were Beautiful and fully trees and it was very quiet. We didn't do anything else on the park like go to the lake but the campsite was great would stop there again along the way.
6. The Exploration Place Museum & Science Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
The Exploration Place, Museum & Science Centre, is a Northern BC non-profit organization and registered charity whose mission is to preserve our local history and foster lifelong learning in the areas of science, technology heritage and culture. Come discover local history, explore hands-on science, experience new exhibits and shop to your heart's content in our gift shop! We are open 9am to 5pm, 7 days a week including statutory holidays*. (*Please note we are closed Christmas Day and New Years Day.) The Little Prince Steam Engine operates seasonally starting on the May long weekend to the September Labour Day statutory holiday then operates on the Canadian Thanksgiving weekend.
Reviewed By 895veronicab
There is always something to see at the museum. There is a small store downstairs, and exhibits upstairs. Quite often there are visiting exhibits. There are also fun days for the kids and summer programmes.
7. Northern Lights Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Northern Lights Estate Winery is a fruit winery located in Prince George BC. The facility sits at the base of the scenic cut banks and overlooks the Nechako River and downtown Prince George. Services offered at the winery include wine tasting, wine purchases, patio with scenic views, and a 200 seat amphitheater for hosting weddings, concerts, and other events.
Reviewed By Xenalook - Williams Lake, Canada
I had visited NLEW in December of 2018 but was unable to dine at their bistro at that time (had other dinner arrangements) but did purchase some of their lovely fruit wine and promised to dine there upon my next visit to Prince George. The food (I had tapas) and service was simply amazing! Excellent selection of tapas and other dishes and, of course, a nice selection of fruit wines. If you are not into(fruit) wines, they also have a selection of craft beers to choose from. This is not a bistro where one can expect huge portions at discount pricing; it is rather a culinary venue for tasty and lovingly prepared dishes with high-end ingredients. Staff is enthusiastic and cheerful; a sign of great management. Definitely must return there again :) Bernd Williams Lake, BC
8. CrossRoads Brewing & Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
CrossRoads is located in a historic garage in downtown Prince George, BC. We're a local community craft brewery and craft distillery that offers tours with tastings on select days. We have a fantastic tap room, kitchen and patio with fire tables, outdoor curling rink in the winter, and we host 3 street festivals annually. CrossRoads represents the points at which crucial decisions are made. It also represents Prince George as the geographic centre of the province, highlighted by the convergence of the Nechako and Fraser rivers, the intersection of highways 16 & 97, and the crossing of the railway.
Reviewed By DustinReno4 - Prince George, Canada
Crossroads is a staple for our business lunches. Great location and awesome patio. Love the food and beer selection!
9. Connaught Hill Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Tor56 - Prince George, Canada
This park is centrally located and easily accessible, either by car or on foot during the summer (a little more difficult in the winter as I believe the road is closed off) and the yellow stairs going up to it may be covered with ice or snow. During the summer months this park is just beautiful with flowers scattered throughout but the main garden is kind of a sunken garden which makes it an ideal place for special event photo's such as weddings, grads, etc. There are also picnic tables which makes it nice for residents and tourists alike to enjoy a picnic lunch or just to sit and watch the activities and take in the 360 degree views of PG. I highly recommend a visit to this park.
