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The 7 Best Sights & Landmarks in Sidney, Vancouver Island
Discover the best top things to do in Sidney, Canada including Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney Pier, Beacon Park, St. Elizabeth Church, Peace Lutheran Church, St. Paul's United Church.
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1. Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 367 reviews
Explore the underwater beauty of the Salish Sea Bioregion - one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world! The Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea is a not-for-profit aquarium and learning centre devoted to the exploration and conservation of the Salish Sea. The Salish Sea is named after the Coast Salish indigenous peoples of the region. Explore natural aquaria habitats of over 160 live species including a giant Pacific octopus, colourful rockfish, and magnificent wolf eels. Check out the marine mammal artifact exhibit complete with a rare orca skeleton, and take in the permanent exhibit of beautiful Coast Salish art. Journey from seashore to seafloor and discover the amazing diversity of the Salish Sea in 28 aquarium habitats teeming with marine life from anemones and nudibranchs to salmon and sculpins. Then get a close look at the weird and wonderful invertebrates in our shallow "Look" Pool (pre-COVID Touch Pool) overlooking the breathtaking Sidney waterfront.
Reviewed By 19Ros69 - Vernon, Canada
What a great learning experience - went early in the day and before too many people arrived and consequently I had a personal guide who answered many of my questions. This young woman was passionate about the sea life and willingly answered my questions with great information about the sea creatures on display. When I first entered I went straight to the jelly fish, I so enjoy watching the way they move; when I left I appreciated the delightful young octopus because of what I learned from the guide. I will return.
2. Mary Winspear Centre
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By elainebU1629YJ - Langley, Canada
Staff at Mary Winspear are knowledgeable and friendly. The venue is accessible and the choice of offerings wide and suited to all tastes, from theatre to music to art, and including authors and celebrities.
3. Sidney Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 262 reviews
Iconic Pier situated along the waterfront in Sidney BC
Reviewed By LiveVanIsle
A lovely spot to walk out and see local people fishing, catch a sunset or just enjoy the view and watch the boats go by.
4. Beacon Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Small Park located in Sidney B.C.with an ocean view
Reviewed By gulfcoastbreezes - St. Petersburg, United States
We visited on a gorgeous day. Sun was shining,lots of people were out on the rocky beach and walking. Some people were looking for sea glass. A wedding took place in the band shell, reception was held in the hotel bordering the park. We saw a seal by the dock and lots of sea birds.
