Departure Bay Travel Guide
Nanaimo
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Popular places to visit
Maffeo Sutton Park
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo when you spend time at Maffeo Sutton Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
Beach Estates Park
Beach Estates Park is just one of the places to see in Nanaimo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Vancouver Island University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Vancouver Island University during your trip to Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
Stephenson Point
While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Departure Bay Beach.
- Departure Bay Beach
- Beach Estates Park
- Parksville Beach
- Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
- Vancouver Island University
- Rathtrevor Beach
- Paradise Fun Park
- Nanaimo Museum
- Parksville Community Park
- Oceanside Place Arena
- Englishman River Falls Provincial Park
- Sargeant Bay Provincial Park
- Frank Crane Arena
- Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park
- Fairwinds Golf Club
- Ladysmith Marina
- Bastion
- Parksville Visitor Centre