My information for what to eat, the place to remain, and what to do in Penticton, BC!
The title Penticton, from nsyilxcən snpintktn, interprets to “a spot the place individuals have at all times been all yr lengthy.” After a go to, you’ll perceive why. It has a lot to supply, from seashores to lakes, eating places, year-round out of doors actions, and let’s not overlook the wineries and craft breweries. There’s plenty of floor to cowl, so let’s get into it!
The place is Penticton?
Penticton is positioned within the Southern Inside of British Columbia, nestled between two lakes (Skaha Lake and Okanagan Lake). It’s also the center of BC’s wine area, with nicely over 90 wineries within the space.
The place to Keep in Penticton
What to do in Penticton
- E book a Wine Tour. Sure, that is #1 for a cause!
- Discover the Kettle Valley Rail (KVR) Path: The KVR is likely one of the most iconic sights in Penticton. It’s a family-friendly path that could be very nicely maintained and excellent for riders and walkers of any capacity. It stretches 660 km throughout BC and is definitely a decommissioned rail path with gorgeous views of the lake, and weaves by vineyards and orchards; don’t miss the long-lasting Little Tunnel lookout!
- Spend a Saturday on the Penticton Farmers Market (April – October). Each Saturday from April to October the streets of downtown Penticton are stuffed with varied native distributors.
- Float the Channel: It is a proper of passage to any summer time go to to Penticton. Seize a floatie or lease from Coyote Cruises (in addition they supply shuttle transport!), and drift down a 7km lazy river from Riverside Drive (close to Okanagan Seashore) and slowly drift all the way in which all the way down to Skaha Lake. It’s excellent for a sizzling summer time day. Tip: deliver a cooler for snacks, drinks and many SPF! Relying on the water ranges it might probably take 3-4 hours.
- Household Theme Park Loco Touchdown: It doesn’t get extra household pleasant than this place! Go carts, mini golf, mountain climbing, bumper boats and extra.
- Try the SS Sicamous: Likelihood is this sternwheeler might be the very first thing you see once you roll into city. It used to move passengers and cargo to distant communities alongside the shores of Okanagan Lake. At the moment the ship is preserved proper on the shore of Okanagan Lake, and is now a museum and heritage web site.
- Head to the mountains and go to Apex Mountain Resort.
- Attempt mountain climbing at Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park.
- Golf at Penticton Golf & Nation Membership.
- Hit the seashore! Okanagan Seashore and Skaha Lake Park & Seashore are the 2 on both finish of town.
- Do the Munson Mountain Hike: Well-known for its iconic PENTICTON signal, this hike identified has breathtaking surroundings of the valley and lake – excellent for images!
- Take a stroll by the Ikeda Japanese Backyard.
- Catch a live performance, occasion or recreation on the SOEC.
- Attempt your luck on the on line casino.
- Store downtown and Entrance Road:
The place to Eat in Penticton
- Cherry On High: dwelling to very insta-worthy shakes.
- Lickity Splitz
- Wayne & Freida: This place is so cute and the espresso is A+. Attempt their breakfast sandwiches, you received’t remorse it. They’ve the cutest little dwelling store positioned beside it.
- The Bench Market: An incredible patio to get pleasure from your espresso on a sunny day! They provide all-day breakfast, weekend brunch, baked items, gourmand lunches, takeaway meals, and a collection of artisan grocery and retail objects on the entrance.
- Elma: A must-visit! Unbelievable Turkish meals and a shocking ambiance—the patio overlooks the seashore! Remember to strive one among their Pide (Turkish flatbread pizza) and a cocktail.
- The Restaurant at Poplar Grove: It doesn’t get extra quintessential Okanagan than this—world-class wine, gourmand native meals, and an unbelievable view as well. Be sure that is in your checklist.
- Pizzeria Tratto: This place provides superb, genuine pizza, and in true Neapolitan model, the pizzas are delivered to the desk uncut, to be loved with a knife and fork or eaten by hand.
- Match Pub
- Sociale
- Patio Burger & Ice cream: Informal, beachfront, family-friendly meals.
- Theos: Genuine Greek dishes in a comfortable, stress-free setting—it really seems like a household dinner.
- Earls Penticton
- Shaughnessys Cove: a brief 15 minute journey from Penticton, however price it for the waterfront patio! An incredible spot for seafood and cocktails.
- Neighbourhood Brewing: a fantastic patio – it’s good to strive the tacos and craft beer!
- The Cannery Yard: Each spring and summer time, Cannery Brewing opens up a enjoyable, household, and dog-friendly area with umbrellas, pergolas, and misters! You’ll be able to order meals from the brewery or get pleasure from choices from rotating meals vehicles.
- Palmer Steakhouse
- The Nest: for breakfast or lunch!
- The Bistro at Hillside Vineyard
- The Patio Restaurant at Lake Breeze Vineyard.
- Native Public Eatery: an informal eatery, and additional handy if staying subsequent door on the Ramada or coming from the close by golf course!
- Il Vecchio Delicatessen: In the event you’re searching for a grab-and-go recent sandwich, look no additional. This family-owned and operated deli is a Penticton icon. Word: Money solely!
Penticton Wineries to Go to
The place do I even start? With over 90 wineries within the surrounding space, there’s a lot to discover. In the event you drive out of Penticton in direction of the Naramata Bench, you’ll shortly lose observe of what number of you’re passing! Right here’s only a style (pun meant) of some to strive:
- Poplar Grove: In the event you’ve adopted me for some time, you realize I ADORE this vineyard and the household that owns and operates it. The wines, views, and meals are all world-class. Think about this a must-visit in your journey to Penticton!
For a full checklist of wineries, go to right here.
Penticton Craft Breweries
Enjoyable truth: Penticton is the Craft Beer Capital of Canada, with extra breweries per capita than some other Canadian metropolis.
Discover a full checklist of breweries, cideries and distilleries right here.
