What to do in Tofino

Activities, attractions and tours

Tofino showing boating, a coastal town and a bay or harbour
Tofino showing boating, a coastal town and a bay or harbour
Tofino showing a bay or harbor and a sunset
Tofino featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
Tofino showing dangerous animals and zoo animals

Tofino Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Tofino is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Tofino to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Tofino Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Tofino attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Top places to visit

1. Chesterman Beach

Grab a board and tackle the gentle breakers at Chesterman Beach or sit back and look on as rookies and experts surf the waves together. The 1.7-mile (2.7-kilometer) white sandy expanse is a popular place for learning how to surf. It's also where you can walk to an island, see migrating whales and explore tidal pools for marine life.
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Chesterman Beach which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a sandy beach

2. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

The Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a natural and cultural wonder with rainforests, beaches and history. It is the main attraction on Vancouver Island, offering something for every type of traveler, from campers and sunbathers to history buffs. Camp and hike in the park, which stretches across more than 123,000 acres (50,000 hectares) of picturesque landscape and ocean.
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Pacific Rim National Park Reserve featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach

3. Mackenzie Beach

Visitors flock to Mackenzie Beach to enjoy its calm waters and family ambiance. The Vancouver Island strip of sand is particularly popular because it is close to the town of Tofino and is protected from high winds by rock formations. Its calm waves create a family atmosphere, since more adventurous swimmers and surfers make their way to tougher waters farther south.
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Mackenzie Beach featuring a sandy beach and mist or fog

4. Tonquin Park

Tonquin Park is comprised of a leafy tract of preserved rainforest, which leads from the edge of Tofino to the sandy shores of Clayoquot Sound. Explore the walking trails that wind through the forest reserve and find scenic boardwalks and two sheltered beaches. Admire views of a magnificent ocean panorama dotted with islands.
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Tonquin Park showing a beach, rugged coastline and general coastal views

5. Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens

Walk among the trees of a temperate rainforest, explore gardens filled with native plants and spot wildlife by the pond when you visit Tofino Botanical Gardens. The 12-acre (5-hectare) site is tucked away on the western coast of Vancouver Island. Its collections include plants from Chile and Japan and art installations.
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Tofino Botanical Gardens showing a park and outdoor art

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What to do in Tofino

Discover the most popular places to visit in Tofino

Tonquin Park which includes rocky coastline and general coastal views

Tonquin Park

Via a network of walking trails, make your way through verdant old-growth forest to gentle waters and a wide sandy beach on the Pacific Coast.

Tonquin Park
Tofino Botanical Gardens which includes a park and a pond

Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens

Venture into a coastal rainforest, stroll along waterside trails and study native and foreign plants at these beautiful botanical gardens.

Naa’Waya’Sum Gardens
Pier in Maquinna Marine Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada.

Maquinna Provincial Marine Park

Explore the great outdoors at Maquinna Provincial Marine Park, a lovely green space in Tofino. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Maquinna Provincial Marine Park

Tofino Art Glass

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tofino Art Glass in Tofino. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Tofino Art Glass

Tofino Bike Park

Enjoy an outing to Tofino Bike Park during your stay in Tofino. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Tofino Bike Park

Eagle Aerie Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Eagle Aerie Gallery in Tofino. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Eagle Aerie Gallery

Explore areas of Tofino

Tofino BC

Tonquin Beach

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While visiting Tonquin Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tonquin Park and Tofino Art Glass.

Tonquin Beach

 

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Day trip destinations from Tofino

Ucluelet featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and mountains

Ucluelet

Long Beach featuring rocky coastline, surfing and waves

Long Beach

Hot Springs Cove

Hot Springs Cove

Frequently asked questions

Is Tofino worth visiting?
Famous for its watersports and coastal beaches, discovering cool things to do in Tofino is a cinch. Make sure to add Chesterman Beach to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Tofino?
After you've visited major attractions like Chesterman Beach and Mackenzie Beach, spend some time enjoying the food and retail options in Tofino.
What is the top tourist attraction in Tofino?
You can't leave without checking out Chesterman Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Tofino.
Is three days enough to stay in Tofino?
You can easily enjoy top attractions like Chesterman Beach, Mackenzie Beach and Cox Bay Beach with a three-day getaway in Tofino. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Ucluelet.
Is Tofino a walkable city?
That all depends on what you want to do and see in Tofino. Several leading attractions, like Chesterman Beach, are reachable on foot. If you feel like a wander through one of Tofino's cool neighbourhoods, Tonquin Beach is 0.97 kilometres away from the city centre.
What are some activities to do in Tofino with kids?
If you're searching for attractions and activities for all the family, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in Tofino with kids.
What to do in Tofino for adults?
Tofino Art Glass is one of the top things to do in Tofino. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Tofino?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Tofino. If you're in need of ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Chesterman Beach is a must for anyone wanting to save on their travelling adventures.

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