Activities & Attractions

THINGS TO DO WHILE VISITING Kelowna

Over 100 dining options from cafes to fine dining are within walking distance from The Royal Kelowna in the downtown core.

Kelowna is the birthplace of winemaking in British Columbia; known for its top-quality wines that regularly win national and international awards.

With over 40 wineries within a 20 minute drive, you’ll find plenty of terroir to swirl, sip and savour. The area has five unique Wine Trails, Kelowna's Fab Five, Lake Country's Scenic Sip, Westside Wine Trail, Lakeshore Wine Route and Downtown Grapes & Grains. Explore our wine country where you will find an abundance of culinary experiences as well as unforgettable winery & vineyard events.   

Can’t decide which winery to visit? Guided tour operators can build a customized wine tour just for you. Leave the driving to them, while you sit back, take in the flavour, and soak in the scenery.

kelowna concierge Daily wine tours

Daily Wine Tours-20% OFF

Stay at The Royal Kelowna and enjoy 20% off wine tours, where you can embark on half and full-day tours exploring the finest wineries in the region.

Please see current daily tour offerings and prices. Prices below are retail without discount applied.

• Half Day Signature Sip West Kelowna | Departs @ 1 pm | $139 +GST

• Half Day Lush Lakeshore & Southeast Kelowna | Departs @ 1 pm | $139 +GST

• Full Day Lake Country Scenic Wine Experience | Departs @ 10 am | $169 +GST

Averaging over 2,000 hours of sun every year, Kelowna offers one of the longest, driest golf seasons in Canada. Vineyards, orchards, semi-desert terrain, rolling hills, and expansive lakes make the golf courses in the area some of the most picturesque in the country. That’s not all: many golf courses offer amazing dining experiences that range from casual to gourmet.

With courses that range from easy-going to ego-shattering, there is something in Kelowna for every skill level. Build your own golf package, view our sample golf packages or book tee-times to experience our mild weather, stunning scenery and more than 19 exceptional courses that make Kelowna a must-play destination on every golf enthusiast's list!

Big White Ski Resort

Big White’s Main Street is actually a ski run! Hailed as Canada's largest ski-in ski-out resort village, guests can ski to their doorstep or stroll through the village, shopping and dining in world-class restaurants and pubs. Big White provides everything you will need for a great vacation, all within walking distance to your accommodation.

Save time and get your Big White lift tickets right at The Royal Kelowna front desk.

Buckle up for a high-flying heli-wine tour that seamlessly pairs an exhilarating flightseeing excursion with the fruits of the valley's labour.

Full & half day options available, as well as helicopter charters available for sightseeing, hiking, biking, alpine picnics, fishing, skiing or special occasions.

Stunning Okanagan Lake spans 135km (84 miles) from north (Vernon) to the south (Penticton). Kelowna sits just about half way and the east and west sides of the lake are connected by the wondrous 5-lane William R. Bennett Bridge.

Okanagan Lake is known for its beaches with over 30 throughout the region. Many beaches are equipped with playgrounds, concessions, and bathrooms.

Enjoy the lake from a stand-up paddleboard (SUP), wake boat, sailboat, pedal-boat, charter boat, flyboard, kayak, or canoe - we have boats of every kind for water enthusiasts. Okanagan Lake's water temperature in July averages 19-23C (69-71F).

The lake is welcoming and refreshing during the summer but it also has mysteries - creatures, hidden coves and tombs. Search for Ogopogo, hike Paul's Tomb trail at Knox Mountain or snorkel in the crystal clear water of the quiet, secluded bays.

On a souped-up, hydro-powered flyboard, you can go soaring over Okanagan Lake, performing loops in the air and diving into and out of the water like a dolphin. Okanagan Flyboard gives water sports enthusiasts the opportunity to feel that kind of excitement.

The flyboard is hooked up to a jet ski through a large hose that powerfully shoots water into spouts, creating enough force to send flyboarders skyrocketing.

It's an easy sport to master. Most guests are up flying within five minutes.

Guests of The Royal Kelowna receive an exclusive discount on paddle equipment rentals and programming. Also offering sailing and watersport programs/lessons, and even kids summer programs, all available from our close neighbours, the Kelowna Yacht Club.

Visit kangaroos, wallabies and much more without fences in the way. Pet a roo and hold a joey. Learn more about these fascinating animals Kangaroo Creek Farm.

Okanagan Lake is approximately 232m/780 ft deep, and 341m/1000ft above sea level. Best visibility is during the spring, fall, and winter months (15-30 feet). Very low visibility in the summer (2-5 feet). Okanagan Lake has shore and boat dives catering to all levels of scuba divers. Okanagan Lake, 232m at its deepest, has shallower reaches too. Explore rock formations, small caves, overhangs, shelves, and drop offs.

Love hiking or walking in the great outdoors? Hit the trails and enjoy the sites of the Okanagan Valley. The trails and parks below range in level from easy to difficult. For questions or for more information contact the Kelowna Visitor Centre.

Escape Kelowna’s busy life into Kasugai Garden Park. Being one of the most unique parks of the city is was built to demonstrate friendship with Kelowna’s sister city Kasugai, Japan. It visually resembles Japanese gardens and features bamboo fountains, lush vegetation, wooden bridges, stone lanterns, waterfalls, and ponds with Koi fish. The park is located east of Kelowna City hall, near the Queensway transit exchange.

With The Royal Kelowna conveniently located in the Cultural District, there is no excuse not to check out the booming arts and culture scene. Starting with Kelowna’s largest multi-purpose venue, Prospera Place, right across the street. Catch your favorite touring act, a Kelowna Rockets game, or attend the outdoor Rock The Lake Festival in the summertime. The Rotary Centre for the Arts and the Kelowna Community Theatre are also a short walk away, both with theatre, comedy, and music shows and everything in between. For art enthusiasts, the nearby Kelowna Art Gallery and Hambleton Galleries feature both historical and contemporary galleries with a focus on Canadian artists.